By PAUL GOTHAM and CARSON WERNER More than 20 former Section V baseball players were either selected in the Major League Baseball draft or signed free agent deals during the 10-year span from 2010-19. Countless others continued their careers at the collegiate level. From All-League to All-State, All-America and pro All-Stars, Rochester-area players have made their mark on … [Read more...] about Benchmarks: Rochester-Area Baseball All-Decade Team 2010-2019
Minor League Baseball
Maggio: Red Wings are missed on would-be Opening Day
By CHUCKIE MAGGIO The "never leave a game early" crowd gained a vocal member on April 9, 2011. That day was a high-water mark in a fun era of Rochester sports. The Red Wings had their home opener at Frontier Field while the Knighthawks hosted the bitter rival Buffalo Bandits at the Blue Cross Arena that night. First pitch was scheduled for 4:05, while opening faceoff was set … [Read more...] about Maggio: Red Wings are missed on would-be Opening Day
Red Wings donate 30,000 medical grade gloves to Monroe County
By CHUCKIE MAGGIO The Rochester Red Wings are taking proactive measures against the coronavirus. The Red Wings donated 30,000 medical grade gloves from their food and beverage department to Monroe County, sending the materials in a truck on Monday morning. The Wings had the large shipment in storage after receiving a reduced rate from a distributor last year. The county will … [Read more...] about Red Wings donate 30,000 medical grade gloves to Monroe County
Canandaigua’s Cooper learning from experience of others during layoff
By PAUL GOTHAM Tanner Cooper needs to refine a pitch. Adam Scott wants to put in some extra work, and Logan Darnell has wisdom to share. Two former Canandaigua Braves and an ex-Rochester Red Wing are making the most of the situation as pro baseball is put on hold during the COVID-19 pandemic. "It’s easier to stay positive being able to work with guys like them," Cooper said … [Read more...] about Canandaigua’s Cooper learning from experience of others during layoff
Bona alums coping with baseball delay
By CHUCKIE MAGGIO First, Aaron Phillips wanted to make it known that he and his family are safe. Despite an already challenging occupation made even more difficult by the coronavirus outbreak, he is grateful for his health. Phillips and his fellow minor league baseball players, a group that includes five St. Bonaventure University alumni, are home from spring training as they … [Read more...] about Bona alums coping with baseball delay