By DAN GLICKMAN Stephen Strasburg made only two starts for the Rochester Red Wings, and only one of those starts came at home. And yet, reports on Thursday that the 2019 World Series MVP is about to retire remind us of the unforgettable memories he left fans in the Flower City. That may be because Strasburg's major league career was in some ways bracketed by his trips to … [Read more...] about With his retirement, remembering Stephen Strasburg’s starts in Rochester
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Mendick homers, scores twice in Mets win
By PAUL GOTHAM Danny Mendick (Pittsford Mendon/Monroe CC) connected on a three-run home run, finished 2-for-4 at the plate and scored two runs as the host New York Mets defeated the Chicago Cubs, 11-2 Monday night. Mendick's home run, his first at the MLB level this season and 11th of his career, came with two outs in the seventh inning and gave the Mets a 10-2 lead at … [Read more...] about Mendick homers, scores twice in Mets win
Mendick signs one-year deal with Mets
By PAUL GOTHAM Danny Mendick has signed a one-year deal with the New York Mets for the 2023 Major League Baseball season as originally reported by ESPN's Jeff Passan. The former Pittsford Mendon and Monroe Community College star slashed .289/.343/.443 in 31 games with the Chicago White Sox in 2022 before suffering a season-ending ACL injury in mid-June. The White Sox … [Read more...] about Mendick signs one-year deal with Mets
New York Mets call up former Bonnies pitcher, Grey
By KEVIN L. SMITH The New York Mets called up former St. Bonaventure right-handed pitcher Connor Grey as part of a series of roster moves made prior to the start of the organization's two-game series against the New York Yankees on Tuesday. Grey, who replaced right-hander Jose Butto on the Mets' roster, is the first Bonnies pitcher to be on a major-league team since the … [Read more...] about New York Mets call up former Bonnies pitcher, Grey
Pucko: The Life and Times of Greg Keagle
As seen on the Rochester Press Box Over the 502 episodes of the Rochester Press Box, we have welcomed many guest commentators. Among the most famous; Jim Kelly, Abby Wambach and Senator Rich Funke. Among our favorites; Greg Keagle. Who for several years has provided expertise drawn from a Major League Baseball career. Greg is relocating to Florida and this is his final … [Read more...] about Pucko: The Life and Times of Greg Keagle