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Brockport wins on homecoming heroics

September 21, 2024 by Liam Hoffmann Leave a Comment

By LIAM HOFFMANN A 93-yard pick-6 by safety Kyle Haettich sealed the deal in Brockport's 31-17 homecoming win over the Wilkes Colonels. After Brockport trailed 10-7 at halftime, the Golden Eagles’ defense collected three second-half interceptions and the offense began the half with three straight scoring drives. "They were making big plays and it was just our turn," … [Read more...] about Brockport wins on homecoming heroics

Over 20 years in, Whetzel a Rochester institution but still hopes for MLB call

September 21, 2024 by Dan Glickman 4 Comments

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

September 20, 2024 by Jonathan Skuza 1 Comment

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

Former Aquinas standout Mason Blackwood commits to Penn State

September 20, 2024 by Tyler Hathaway Leave a Comment

by TYLER HATHAWAY Mason Blackwood has announced his commitment to play college basketball, and the former Aquinas star will be attending Penn State University in 2025. Blackwood, the 102nd ranked recruit in the country according to 247Sports, made his decision on Wednesday and chose between the Nittany Lions and Rutgers University.  "I chose Penn State because all the love the … [Read more...] about Former Aquinas standout Mason Blackwood commits to Penn State

Crazy Eighth: Red Wings revive, beat I-Cubs 4-3 on late rally

September 19, 2024 by Dan Glickman Leave a Comment

BY DAN GLICKMAN ROCHESTER, N.Y. – Despite being only down two, the Rochester Red Wings seemed left for dead as the bottom of the eighth inning began on Thursday. Down 3-1 to the Iowa Cubs, they hadn't had a base hit since the second inning. They hadn't had a run since Jackson Cluff continued his hot streak with a 395 foot home run over the the Red Wings bullpen to lead off … [Read more...] about Crazy Eighth: Red Wings revive, beat I-Cubs 4-3 on late rally

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