BY JONATHAN SKUZA ROCHESTER, N.Y.— The Rochester Red Wings dropped their home-opener 5-4 to the Lehigh Valley IronPigs as the offense struggled to push across runs outside of a four-run fourth inning Saturday afternoon. ”We didn’t make plays that we should’ve probably made that led to the big inning,” Red Wings manager Matt LeCroy said. “Offensively, it was kind of a … [Read more...] about Errors, inconsistent offense doom Wings in home opener
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Red Wings silenced in season opener
BY MIKE ROSE One day after a media day filled with optimism the Rochester Red Wings were unable to turn it into results in a season-opening loss to the Syracuse Mets, 6-3. A three-run second inning for the Mets was ultimately the difference in the game. The Red Wings' bats woke up late but they weren't able to overcome the early deficit. Trey Lipscomb got the call-up to … [Read more...] about Red Wings silenced in season opener
2024 Rochester Red Wings Preview: Here come the prospects
BY DAN GLICKMAN Every season, the Major League Baseball website publishes a list of each franchise's top 30 prospects. The Washington Nationals are no different: head to MLB's website, and you can find it. In 2024, however, Rochester Red Wings fans only need to go to Innovative Field. That's because, for the first time in the Nationals era, 2024 will likely see several of … [Read more...] about 2024 Rochester Red Wings Preview: Here come the prospects
Matthew LeCroy returns as Rochester Red Wings manager for 2024
BY DAN GLICKMAN The Rochester Red Wings announced Friday that Matthew LeCroy will return as the club's manager for a fourth season. Six more members of his 2023 staff are joining him, including hitting coach Brian Daubach, pitching coach Rafael Chaves, and development coach Billy McMillon. The 48-year-old LeCroy will be the first manager of the Rochester Red Wings for … [Read more...] about Matthew LeCroy returns as Rochester Red Wings manager for 2024
Cullen, VanScoter gearing up for respective campaigns
By PATRICK WALSH When considering the climate of Upstate New York throughout the year, it doesn't scream "baseball powerhouse" like California, Texas or Florida. Days are short. The Summer is shorter and the Winter is long. The odds aren't necessarily in anyone's favor. Don't tell that to Greg Cullen (McQuaid) or Reid VanScoter (Livonia). Cullen, a McQuaid grad, played … [Read more...] about Cullen, VanScoter gearing up for respective campaigns