By BILLY HEYEN, CHUCKIE MAGGIO and KEVIN OKLOBZIJA The left-center fence at Frontier Field features three prominent words: "Twins of tomorrow." Since the Minnesota Twins became the Rochester Red Wings' parent club in 2003, many talented players have played in front of those three words. Normally this spring, you'd be reading about the next batch of rising stars playing at One … [Read more...] about Rochester Red Wings draft: Building three teams with Twins-era players
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Johnny Antonelli got sweet revenge on May 16, 1954
Note: Biographical information comes from the Society of American Baseball Research’s comprehensive biography of Rochester-native Johnny Antonelli, and statistical information comes from Baseball Reference. By BILLY HEYEN Johnny Antonelli was traded from the Milwaukee Braves to the New York Giants on Feb. 1, 1954. Warren Spahn had suggested that the Braves didn't need a third … [Read more...] about Johnny Antonelli got sweet revenge on May 16, 1954
Marshall High-alum Bob Keegan surprised at the plate on May 14, 1954
By BILLY HEYEN Note: Biographical information comes from the Society of American Baseball Research’s comprehensive biography of Rochester-native Bob Keegan, and statistical information comes from Baseball Reference. Bob Keegan was a professional pitcher, not a hitter. In 1954, for example, he batted .120 in 75 at bats. But on May 14 of that year, Keegan was called upon to … [Read more...] about Marshall High-alum Bob Keegan surprised at the plate on May 14, 1954
NHL contract was always a goal for Jack Dugan
By KEVIN OKLOBZIJA As Jack Dugan prepares to play on the ultimate hockey stage, this much is clear: When he tells you what he intends to accomplish, don't doubt him. The proof is on his resume, a career-accomplishments list that now includes an NHL contract. Dugan, 22 of Pittsford, on Monday agreed to terms on an NHL deal — well, three actually, but more on that in a bit — … [Read more...] about NHL contract was always a goal for Jack Dugan
Red Wings Best Of: Left-Handed Pitchers
By CHUCKIE MAGGIO Editor’s note: The Rochester Red Wings have 121 years of history and have welcomed many spectacular athletes into their clubhouse, whether it be Culver Field, the Bay Street Ball Grounds, Silver Stadium or Frontier Field. To pass the time until they’re playing ball again, we’re counting down the five best players at each position in club history in the “Red … [Read more...] about Red Wings Best Of: Left-Handed Pitchers