By KEVIN OKLOBZIJA Baseball purists surely don't like the extra-inning rule implemented throughout the minor leagues this season, but it has accomplished the primary goal of saving wear and tear on the limited number of arms in the bullpen. Under the new rule, every inning beyond regulation begins with a runner on second base. The result: a much quicker end to … [Read more...] about It’s mission accomplished for minor league extra inning rule
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Wings start second half with 2-1 win
Courtesy of RedWingsBaseball.com The Red Wings ended their four-game losing streak with a 2-1 win Thursday in Scranton to start the second half of the season. Adalberto Mejia turned in six strong innings and Nick Gordon provided two clutch, two-out hits to propel the Wings (42-44) to their first win since July 3. Mejia allowed just one run on three hits as he … [Read more...] about Wings start second half with 2-1 win
Amerks announce 2018-19 regular season schedule
Courtesy of Amerks.com ROCHESTER, N.Y. -- The Rochester Americans announced today their schedule for the 2018-19 American Hockey League regular-season. The Amerks will open their 63rd AHL season – and 37th as the affiliate of the Buffalo Sabres – on Friday, Oct. 5 at 7:05 p.m. against the Charlotte Checkers at The Blue Cross Arena. The Home Opener will be part of a … [Read more...] about Amerks announce 2018-19 regular season schedule
Rupp, Carter never gave Wings the HRs they expected
By KEVIN OKLOBZIJA When the Minnesota Twins traded for Chris Carter in late May and signed Cameron Rupp in early June, they knew they'd see strikeouts but expected both players to provide power bats for the Rochester Red Wings. They got the strikeouts but not the power, which is why both players are no longer in the organization. Carter was cut loose on Saturday and … [Read more...] about Rupp, Carter never gave Wings the HRs they expected
Scott McDonald departs as RIT women’s hockey coach
Courtesy of RITAthletics.com ROCHESTER, NY – Scott McDonald, RIT's Bruce B. Bates Women's Hockey Coach, is stepping down after leading the Tigers for 12 years and becoming the program's all-time victory leader. The decision was announced today by Lou Spiotti, executive director of athletics. A national search for a new head coach will commence immediately. McDonald, who … [Read more...] about Scott McDonald departs as RIT women’s hockey coach