TACOMA, Wash. — When Mike Ford told his current manager, John Russell, about his 2022 season, Russell had an apt response: “That’s not a season. That’s a career!” That about sums it up. Ford, a heavy-hitting first baseman and designated hitter, is currently a member of the Triple-A Tacoma Rainiers.
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TACOMA, Wash. — When Mike Ford told his current manager, John Russell, about his 2022 season, Russell had an apt response: “That’s not a season. That’s a career!” That about sums it up. Ford, a heavy-hitting first baseman and designated hitter, is currently a member of the Triple-A Tacoma Rainiers.
DAYTON, Ohio — TinCaps pitchers Jairo Iriarte, Alan Mundo, and Adam Smith combined to throw a no-hitter as Fort Wayne beat the Dayton Dragons (Cincinnati Reds affiliate), 6-0, on Tuesday night at Day Air Ballpark. This was just the third no-hitter thrown in Fort Wayne’s 30-year franchise history, and the
The Erie SeaWolves, Double-A Affiliate of the Detroit Tigers, are excited to introduce the team’s new ‘Pepperoni Balls’ alternate identity. The team will play as the Erie Pepperoni Balls during the Erie-est Weekend, August 4-5, at UPMC Park. Pepperoni Balls, a savory treat of dough stuffed with pepperoni and cheese,
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The Lakeland Flying Tigers annual Holiday Merchandise Sale starts this Friday with store wide savings of 30-50% off Flying Tigers, Detroit Tigers and Spring Training items. The D Shop will be open Dec. 2-3 and Dec. 9-10 from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Fans can shop online during the sale The Lakeland Flying Tigers annual
BELOIT, Wisconsin — 2021 marked the end of the line for Pohlman Field, home of Beloit, Wisconsin’s Midwest League team since 1982. During that farewell campaign, the High-A Miami affiliate, then known as the Snappers, had seven full-season ticket holders. Not 700, 70 or even 17. Just seven. Pat and
BELOIT, Wisconsin — 2021 marked the end of the line for Pohlman Field, home of Beloit, Wisconsin’s Midwest League team since 1982. During that farewell campaign, the High-A Miami affiliate, then known as the Snappers, had seven full-season ticket holders. Not 700, 70 or even 17. Just seven. Pat and
BELOIT, Wisconsin — 2021 marked the end of the line for Pohlman Field, home of Beloit, Wisconsin’s Midwest League team since 1982. During that farewell campaign, the High-A Miami affiliate, then known as the Snappers, had seven full-season ticket holders. Not 700, 70 or even 17. Just seven. Pat and
Lakeland, FL – Today’s rescheduled Florida State League game against the Dunedin Blue Jays at Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium has been postponed due to inclement weather. The make-up game was from the August 2 postponement. The game will be made up as part of a doubleheader on Thursday, Lakeland, FL – Today’s rescheduled
In the Minors, it’s not just the players and coaches who are grinding toward a big league opportunity. This “Getting the call” series tells the story of Minor League broadcasters receiving their own Major League experience this season. Check out the first edition, featuring Birmingham’s Curt Bloom, here. Next up,
MANCHESTER, N.H. — After graduating high school, Mike Georgiadis joined the Navy and traveled the world. After leaving the Navy, he became a groundskeeper and traveled all over the country. Throughout these global and domestic journeys, there’s been one constant: a unique and personally meaningful American flag. Georgiadis, currently the
MANCHESTER, N.H. — After graduating high school, Mike Georgiadis joined the Navy and traveled the world. After leaving the Navy, he became a groundskeeper and traveled all over the country. Throughout these global and domestic journeys, there’s been one constant: a unique and personally meaningful American flag. Georgiadis, currently the
Cards No. 11 prospect Hence sets tone with three perfect frames After a tough May, Single-A Palm Beach is turning things around in June, going 7-3 to start the month. And on Wednesday, the club was given the perfect opportunity to recognize their efforts — a no-hitter. Cardinals prospects Tink Hence, Jose Moreno and Roy
Phillies right-hander fans 12 over eight innings in resumed start On May 1, Matt Russell got off to a good start. Six weeks later, he finished the job. In a quirk of scheduling, Russell got to pick up his own outing from a weather-suspended game and nearly went the distance — combining for a wild
ROUND ROCK, TEXAS — Baseball is a sport that loves its round-numbered milestones, which don’t necessarily have to be related to on-field accomplishments. Note, for instance, the hoopla that surrounded April 24’s Sunday afternoon matinee between the Round Rock Express and visiting Albuquerque Isotopes. Mike Capps, the first and only
One week prior to the start of the 2022 season, the Louisville Bats announced an unorthodox new hire. Now working for the grounds crew, the Husqvarna CEORA. In a press release touting their new, non-human addition, the Cincinnati Reds’ Triple-A affiliate declared that “With the low noise, emission-free CEORA robotic
One week prior to the start of the 2022 season, the Louisville Bats announced an unorthodox new hire. Now working for the grounds crew, the Husqvarna CEORA. In a press release touting their new, non-human addition, the Cincinnati Reds’ Triple-A affiliate declared that “With the low noise, emission-free CEORA robotic
TACOMA, WA (12/8/2021) – Tim Federowicz, a former Major League catcher in parts of nine seasons, has been named by the Seattle Mariners as Manager of the Tacoma Rainiers (Triple-A West). Federowicz, 34, becomes the 11th manager of the club in the “Rainiers” era and Seattle affiliation (since 1995), following
The Lakeland Flying Tigers annual Christmas merchandise sale starts this Friday with store wide savings of 50-75% off Flying Tigers, Detroit Tigers and Spring Training items. The D Shop will be open November 26-27 and December 3-4 from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Customers who purchase $100 or more will The Lakeland Flying Tigers annual