The Washington Nationals selected 17-year-old Fort Cobb-Broxton High School shortstop Eli Willits with the first pick of the 2025 MLB Draft on Sunday, possibly setting the Oklahoman on a path that could see him play for the Rochester Red Wings. The pick, made possible thanks to the Nationals winning the draft lottery last December, was a bit of a surprise. Many … [Read more...] about Future Red Wing? Nationals select 17-year-old Eli Willits with top pick of MLB Draft
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Rain-shortened loss sends Red Wings into All-Star break
BY DAN GLICKMAN ROCHESTER, N.Y. – The all-star break in the International League isn't the actual half-way point to the season- the first half of the league's split-season came weeks ago. Still, the prospect of days of rest away from the daily grind of professional baseball no doubt was on the minds of many on Sunday at Innovative Field. Also on Innovative Field, however, … [Read more...] about Rain-shortened loss sends Red Wings into All-Star break
Morales hits first-ever walk-off homer to bring Wings win, 6-4
BY DAN GLICKMAN ROCHESTER, N.Y. – Rochester Red Wings third baseman Yohandy Morales, better known as "Yoyo," has been in baseball for most of his 23 years. The son of former Cuban national team infielder Andy Morales, the Miami-born righthander has played in almost every level of baseball except the majors. But at no point in his life, he said, had he ever hit a walk-off … [Read more...] about Morales hits first-ever walk-off homer to bring Wings win, 6-4
Two more former Red Wings join Home Run Derby: Buxton, Rooker to take part
BY DAN GLICKMAN Washington Nationals outfielder James Wood won't be the only former member of the Rochester Red Wings hitting in next Monday's 2025 Home Run Derby at Atlanta's Truist Park. In the days since the 6'7'' slugger announced his participation, two Red Wings alumni from the Twins era have also confirmed they'll take their swings: Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron … [Read more...] about Two more former Red Wings join Home Run Derby: Buxton, Rooker to take part
Nunez, Cluff lead Red Wings to 4-3 win over Houck and WooSox
BY DAN GLICKMAN ROCHESTER, N.Y. – Nasim Nunez isn't known for his offense- he's been able to make it to the big leagues for two straight seasons thanks to his speed and defense. But on Wednesday afternoon, it was both his hitting and his baserunning- aided by some good defense and timely hitting from Jackson Cluff and others- that helped the Red Wings even up their series … [Read more...] about Nunez, Cluff lead Red Wings to 4-3 win over Houck and WooSox