By BOB CHAVEZ These are words that no one wants to write. And they’re words that no one wants to read. They’re words that, quite honestly, are difficult to even believe. But they are true. And there is no way to overstate how unfortunate this truth is. Because a world without Dave Nieman is a lesser world. Nieman was a coach, yes. And a teacher, husband and … [Read more...] about Remembering the impact of Dave Nieman on and off the field
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Dunn delivers for the Red Wings
Jack Dunn delivered the game-winning RBI in the seventh inning as the Rochester Red Wings closed their series at PNC Field with a 5-4 victory over Scranton Wilkes-Barre in International League action on Sunday afternoon. Tied 4-4 heading in the seventh, Stone Garrett got things rolling for the Red Wings with a double to left field. Dunn followed and singled to bring home … [Read more...] about Dunn delivers for the Red Wings
Darren Baker latest Red Wing to get MLB call-up
Utilityman Darren Baker, one of the most beloved Rochester Red Wing of the Washington Nationals era, is heading to the big leagues for the first time. VIEW MORE PHOTOS FROM JOE TERRITO. According to multiple reports, the 25-year-old will join the Nationals on Sunday when Major League rosters expand for September. Although best known to many baseball fans as the son of … [Read more...] about Darren Baker latest Red Wing to get MLB call-up
Red Wings sweep doubleheader
Jackson Rutledge hurled four innings striking out eight as the Rochester Red Wings went on to sweep host Scranton/Wilkes Barre in International League action, Friday night. The Red Wings are now 70-58 overall, 32-23 in the second half while they keep hopes for first place alive with wins of 6-2 and 4-1. Scranton now sits 73-55 overall, 30-24 in the second half. The Red … [Read more...] about Red Wings sweep doubleheader
Inclement weather postpones Game 3 between Rochester and Scranton/WB
Thursday night's scheduled contest between the Rochester Red Wings and Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders has been postponed due to inclement weather. Tomorrow, the two teams will play a seven-inning doubleheader. Game 1's first pitch will be at 5:05 p.m. Instead of Jackson Rutledge (4-8, 7.06) getting the ball tonight as was scheduled, the right-hander will take the mound … [Read more...] about Inclement weather postpones Game 3 between Rochester and Scranton/WB