BY DAN GLICKMAN The 2024 Rochester Red Wings season couldn't have started worse for the team's front office. After three road games in Syracuse, the rains descended upon Rochester, canceling or postponing four straight games. Instead of a long-planned opening day with a large crowd, the home slate began on a cool Saturday in April with just 3,503 in attendance. Thankfully … [Read more...] about Red Wings already planning for next year after successful 2024
Minor League Baseball
Martin continues to thrive with role in Cubs’ organization
By PAUL GOTHAM ROCHESTER, N.Y. -- Given the choice between getting a head start on the off-season or spending time at the ballpark, Ben Martin chose the latter. Less than three hours before first pitch Saturday at Innovative Field, Martin took his spot behind a protective screen at first base. He served as a target for infielders taking ground balls and making throws … [Read more...] about Martin continues to thrive with role in Cubs’ organization
Red Wings end season with 3-2 extra inning loss, finish year 77-71
BY DAN GLICKMAN ROCHESTER, N.Y. – The 2024 Rochester Red Wings season came to an end on Sunday with a 3-2 extra innings loss to the Iowa Cubs. Rochester had the winning run at the plate in the bottom of the eleventh after a walk by second baseman Jake Alu, but couldn't capitalize, as Cubs pitcher Riley Martin struck out the final two batters of the game to end it. VIEW … [Read more...] about Red Wings end season with 3-2 extra inning loss, finish year 77-71
Over 20 years in, Whetzel a Rochester institution but still hopes for MLB call
BY DAN GLICKMAN The nature of Minor League Baseball is one of change. Rosters change as players are called up, sent down, or released. The same goes for managers, coaches, and training staff. There are even changes off the field—new affiliations, new stadium names, new logos, and new promotions. For Rochester Red Wings fans, though, one of the few things that has remained … [Read more...] about Over 20 years in, Whetzel a Rochester institution but still hopes for MLB call
Garrett completes comeback for Red Wings in extras
BY JONATHAN SKUZA ROCHESTER, N.Y. -- Stone Garrett completed a late inning comeback with a walk-off base hit the 10th inning to lift the Rochester Red Wings to a 2-1 victory over the Iowa Cubs Friday evening. ”We used everybody,” Red Wings manager Matthew LeCroy said. “It was a good team effort. It’s one that hopefully we can carry into tomorrow and Sunday to end the … [Read more...] about Garrett completes comeback for Red Wings in extras