By Darryl Harding Sr - Woosox RHP Jason Alexander started on the mound in this fourth game versus the Phillies triple-A affiliate, Lehigh Valley Ironpigs. Alexander spun a doozy, not allowing a base runner until the 4th inning but pitching out of it, stranding two runners. The Lehigh starter RHP Tyler Phillips let up one … Continue reading Woosox Skewer The Ironpigs Winning 4-2
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Woosox Drop One To Lehigh 7-1
By Darryl Harding Sr - On a beautiful 72 degree day at Polar Park the Worcester Redsox play their third of the homestand against the Lehigh Valley Ironpigs. This Philadelphia Phillies triple-A affiliate comes in just below the Woosox in the standings at 11-15. With a game time decision RHP Nick Pivetta took the mound … Continue reading Woosox Drop One To Lehigh 7-1
WooSox Take Charge Of The Bulls And Win 7-1
By Darryl Harding Sr - On a beautiful day for baseball the Woosox host the last of their six game home stand against the AAA affiliate of Tampa Bay, the Durham Bulls. RHP Naoyuki Uwasawa took the mound for the Sox and fell into immediate trouble allowing three singles and a run scored by Bulls … Continue reading WooSox Take Charge Of The Bulls And Win 7-1
Worcester Red Sox 0-3 Against Toughest Opponent – The Weather, Thursday Night Game Postponed
By Tiffany Williams - In Worcester on Thursday, the Worcester Red Sox faced their toughest opponent over their last three seasons at Polar Park in the Canal District and are now 0-3 against the weather. For the third time this season, WooSox have had to postpone a game due to weather conditions. In their first … Continue reading Worcester Red Sox 0-3 Against Toughest Opponent – The Weather, Thursday Night Game Postponed
Red Sox Make Roster Changes And Wrap Up 10-Game Homestand
By Tiffany Williams - The Boston Red Sox made some roster changes in their line-up. On Wednesday, they placed right-handed pitcher Garrett Whitlock on the 15-Day Injured List due to a left oblique strain. To fill Whitlock's spot on the active roster, the club recalled left-handed pitcher Joe Jacques from Triple-A Worcester. The following day, … Continue reading Red Sox Make Roster Changes And Wrap Up 10-Game Homestand
Woosox Bully The Bulls And Win 6-2
By Darryl Harding Sr - On a beautiful spring day, seemingly made for the game of baseball, the Worcester Redsox play their second of six against the Durham Bulls. Considering only two weeks ago there was a snowed out game, Woosox faithful revel in mid afternoon games because of school vacation week. RHP Richard Fitts, … Continue reading Woosox Bully The Bulls And Win 6-2
Read 5 Books, Get 2 Tickets To Hartford Yard Goats Game
By Tiffany Williams - As an avid reader, I find solace in the words of a good book. Reading has been an integral part of my life since childhood, and I have always cherished the experience of walking into a library or bookstore and selecting a new book to read. Recently, I finished reading 'North … Continue reading Read 5 Books, Get 2 Tickets To Hartford Yard Goats Game
Naoyuki Uwasawa Makes Red Sox Debut With Triple-A Worcester
By Tiffany Williams - Japanese RHP Naoyuki Uwasawa, who was traded to the Boston Red Sox from the Tampa Bay Rays in late March for cash, and selected by the Red Sox to the major league roster and optioned to the club’s Spring Training Complex, was optioned to Triple-A Worcester and was seen last week … Continue reading Naoyuki Uwasawa Makes Red Sox Debut With Triple-A Worcester
WooSox Fall To Buffalo Bisons 10-6
By Darryl Harding Sr - In the fourth of five in this Worcester Red Sox homestand, they faced the Buffalo Bison on a dreary overcast day. RHP Van Belle started on the mound for the Sox. Initially having some difficulty locating the strike zone, Van Belle walked first batter Spencer Horwitz, who eventually came around … Continue reading WooSox Fall To Buffalo Bisons 10-6
Romy Gonzalez Hits Grand Slam, Worcester Red Sox And Bisons Split Doubleheader Friday
By Tiffany Williams - Friday afternoon in Worcester, MA. the Worcester Red Sox hosted the Buffalo Bisons for their first doubleheader of the 2024 season. The two clubs first met on Tuesday afternoon for the Worcester Red Sox home opener, and Worcester lost that game, 0-2. In Friday’s DH, Wocester grabbed a 9-7 win in game … Continue reading Romy Gonzalez Hits Grand Slam, Worcester Red Sox And Bisons Split Doubleheader Friday
Larry Lucchino, Chairman of The Worcester Red Sox, Dies At 78
Photo Credit: Worcester Red Sox By Tiffany Williams - Red Sox Nation is in mourning as they remember Red Sox Hall of Famer and former President/CEO Larry Lucchino, who passed away early Tuesday morning at the age of 78. The news of Lucchino's passing came just a few hours before the home opener of the … Continue reading Larry Lucchino, Chairman of The Worcester Red Sox, Dies At 78
Hickey Hammers First Triple-A Homer, WooSox Earn Series Win
On the back of a tremendous pitching performance, the Worcester Red Sox (2-1) capped off their first series of the season with a 6-2 victory over the Lehigh Valley IronPigs (1-2) on Sunday afternoon at Coca-Cola Park, clinching their first series win of the year. In his WooSox debut, starter Jason Alexander threw four innings, … Continue reading Hickey Hammers First Triple-A Homer, WooSox Earn Series Win
Gonzalez Homers Twice as WooSox Fall in Opener in Walk-Off Fashion
By Jim Cain - After scoring eight runs in the bottom of the ninth, the Lehigh Valley IronPigs (1-0) rallied for an 8-4 comeback victory over the Worcester Red Sox (0-1) on Opening Night at Coca-Cola Park. The WooSox led 4-0 going into the final frame, but the IronPigs sent eight batters to the plate, … Continue reading Gonzalez Homers Twice as WooSox Fall in Opener in Walk-Off Fashion
“Smiley’s Open House & Easter Egg Hunt” at Polar Park
The Worcester Red Sox is hosting "Smiley's Open House & Easter Egg Hunt" at Polar Park on Saturday, March 30, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event is free and will include $5 of loaded value on every ticket that can be redeemed for food and drinks. Tickets must be picked up in person … Continue reading “Smiley’s Open House & Easter Egg Hunt” at Polar Park
Worcester Red Sox Announce First Ever WooSox Hall of Fame Inductees
Photo Credit: Worcester Red Sox By Tiffany Williams - The Worcester Red Sox has announced the inaugural 2024 WooSox Hall of Fame inductees. The esteemed class includes Larry Lucchino, the current Chairman of the Worcester Red Sox, Ed Augustus Jr., former Worcester City Manager, and Rich Gedman, former Boston Red Sox catcher, and current WooSox … Continue reading Worcester Red Sox Announce First Ever WooSox Hall of Fame Inductees
WooSox And Bravehearts Anounce New Partnership
Photo Credit: WooSox By Tiffany Williams – Central Massachusetts is in for a treat as the Worcester Red Sox and the Worcester Bravehearts come together to make a difference in the community. They will be participating in various community events such as Earth Day Canal District Cleanup on April 22nd and free WooSox Youth Clinics … Continue reading WooSox And Bravehearts Anounce New Partnership
Recent Transactions New England Sports
By Tiffany Williams - In preparation for the upcoming season, the Boston Red Sox have announced the addition of three non-roster players to their 2024 Spring Training roster. Right-handed pitcher Melvin Adón, infielder/outfielder Joe Dunand, and infielder/outfielder Dalton Guthrie will join the team in Spring Training, bringing with them a diverse set of skills and … Continue reading Recent Transactions New England Sports
Hartford Yard Goat Tickets Go On Sale February 9th
By Darryl Harding Sr Opening up the 2024 The Hartford Yard Goats ticket sales are available for purchase starting February 9th. Tickets can be obtained in three separate ways, one can purchase them In person at Dunkin Park, call 860-246-4628 to order tickets, which will be delivered digitally or go on to the Yard Goat … Continue reading Hartford Yard Goat Tickets Go On Sale February 9th
Coaching Staff Announced For Worcester Red Sox 2024 Season Along With Spring Promo Days
By Tiffany Williams - Thursday morning the Boston Red Sox announced the Minor League Field Staff for the Worcester Red Sox. Chad Tracy will return to the WooSox for his third season as the Manager. Also returning for his third season with the Worcester Red Sox is Jose Flores, as the team's bench coach. Worcester … Continue reading Coaching Staff Announced For Worcester Red Sox 2024 Season Along With Spring Promo Days
WooSox To Implement Hall of Fame In 2024
By Darryl Harding Sr In the fourth year since its creation, the Worcester Red Sox, along with the help of Diamond Baseball Holdings and president Dr Charles Steinberg, will implement the WooSox Hall of Fame. In only the beginning of what's expected to be a rich history, the Worcester Red Sox and Polar Park aim … Continue reading WooSox To Implement Hall of Fame In 2024
A Seven Hills Sendoff – Woo Sox Say Goodbye To Ryan Fitzgerald
By Darryl Harding Sr In perfect synergy, Ryan Fitzgerald moved up from the single A, to double AA Portland Sea Dogs and finally the AAA Worcester Red Sox almost simultaneously as Polar Park’s inaugural season began. Ryan Fitzgerald, in a sense, became the Woo Sox and Worcesters’ first son. With his signature mullet, coupled with … Continue reading A Seven Hills Sendoff – Woo Sox Say Goodbye To Ryan Fitzgerald
WooSox to Celebrate “Farewell to Fitzy Day” Jan. 27
By Darryl Harding Sr Ryan Fitzgerald, long time WooSox player, was drafted by the Kansas City Royals under Rule 5 Draft last December. Lovingly referred to as Fitzy, Fitzgerald, who is the all-time WooSox leader in several categories, including games played, at-bats and runs scored, will be honored on Saturday at Polar Park as he … Continue reading WooSox to Celebrate “Farewell to Fitzy Day” Jan. 27
Diamond Baseball Holdings Agrees to Purchase of Majority Shares of Worcester Red Sox
By Tiffany Williams - Pat Battle, executive chairman, and Peter B. Freund, CEO of Diamond Baseball Holdings (DBH), the owner of the Portland Sea Dogs the Double-A affiliate of the Red Sox and the Salem Red Sox the Red Sox A Affiliate, officially announced on Tuesday the purchase of the majority of shares of the … Continue reading Diamond Baseball Holdings Agrees to Purchase of Majority Shares of Worcester Red Sox
Rhode Island State Police Arrest 2 Sex Offenders For Failure To Register
By Tiffany Williams - Rhode Island State Police Violent Fugitive Task Force this week arrested two known sex offenders for failure to register. On Thursday Shawn Burkhart, age 47, of 737 Cranston Street, Providence, Rhode Island was arrested, and on Friday Brian Hanley, age 33, of 29 29 Spectacle Avenue, Warwick, Rhode Island was arrested. … Continue reading Rhode Island State Police Arrest 2 Sex Offenders For Failure To Register
2nd Annual WooSox Foundation Honors Gala at Polar Park
By Tiffany Williams - The Worcester Red Sox announced Friday afternoon the 2nd Annual WooSox Foundation Honors Gala at Polar Park. The Gala will be held on December 2, 2023 and Boston Red Sox Chief Baseball Officer Craig Breslow, the Worcester Red Sox said will make his first visit to Polar Park as the featured … Continue reading 2nd Annual WooSox Foundation Honors Gala at Polar Park
WooSox Foundation’s Tyler’s Teammates Program Helping Little League Baseball and Softball
By Tiffany Williams - Worcester Red Sox announced Monday the WooSox Foundation’s Tyler’s Teammates program will offer scholarships to those who need help affording Little League Baseball and Softball registration fees. The Worcester Red Sox said "The program also provides the equipment needed to play Diamond Sports, such as bats, gloves, and cleats. Families can … Continue reading WooSox Foundation’s Tyler’s Teammates Program Helping Little League Baseball and Softball
Worcester Red Sox Announce 2024 “Diamond Sports Series” Program
By Tiffany Williams - Monday the Worcester Red Sox announced their continued support of Little League Baseball & Softball programs with a new program for spring 2024 that they say seeks to increase participation in youth Diamond Sports. The program, the Worcester Red Sox said is open to all Little League baseball and softball programs … Continue reading Worcester Red Sox Announce 2024 “Diamond Sports Series” Program
Red Sox Put Luis Urías On IL, Valdez Recalled From WooSox And Hamilton Has Left Thumb UCL Repair
By Tiffany Williams - Friday afternoon the Red Sox confirmed infielder Luis Urías has been placed on the 10-Day injured list due to a left calf strain. Enmanuel Valdez from Triple-A Worcester will fill Urías’ spot on the active roster. The Sox also confirmed Friday afternoon that David Hamilton, on Thursday underwent a successful left … Continue reading Red Sox Put Luis Urías On IL, Valdez Recalled From WooSox And Hamilton Has Left Thumb UCL Repair
Worcester Red Sox Drop Game 3 To Syracuse Mets, 8-5
By Tiffany Williams - Thursday night in Worcester the WooSox continued there final six-game homestand hosting the Syracuse Mets. The Sox for a second straight night were defeated by the Mets 8-5. Syracuse grabbed their first three runs at the top of the second, first with Jose Peroza hiting hitting his first homer and driving … Continue reading Worcester Red Sox Drop Game 3 To Syracuse Mets, 8-5
WooSox Thank Fans With Appreciate Week
By DJ Harding The Worcester Red Sox will have a huge “thank you” to end their third season at Polar Park by holding a “Super Duper Fan Appreciation Week”. The days of SuperFan Week are from Tuesday, September 12 through Sunday, September 17. During SuperFan Week the WooSox will play the Syracuse Mets. The club … Continue reading WooSox Thank Fans With Appreciate Week
Gambrell Tosses 5.2 Shutout Innings in Triple-A Debut, WooSox Beat Red Wings 6-3
The Worcester Red Sox (30-19, 69-55) got some early offense and 5.2 scoreless innings from Grant Gambrell in his Triple-A debut en route to a 6-3 win over the Rochester Red Wings (22-27, 56-66) on Saturday night at Innovative Field.Niko Kavadas began the scoring for Worcester with a leadoff home run in the third inning … Continue reading Gambrell Tosses 5.2 Shutout Innings in Triple-A Debut, WooSox Beat Red Wings 6-3
David Hamilton And Stephen Scott Hit Bombs In WooSox Midweek 8-1 Win Against RailRiders
By Tiffany Williams - Wednesday afternoon was a beautiful day for baseball in Worcester, and sitting in the stands the energy of the fans was electric as the Worcester Red Sox played game two of their 6-game series against the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders (AAA-New York Yankees. Worcester lost to the RailRiders the night before, 5-6. But … Continue reading David Hamilton And Stephen Scott Hit Bombs In WooSox Midweek 8-1 Win Against RailRiders
Ceddanne “Hot Fella” Rafaela
By DJ Harding After making his Triple-A debut in June for Worcester, Ceddanne Rafaela has been on a tear. Through 33 games Rafaela has batted .319 with 44 hits, 11 homers, and 30 RBIs. “My confidence has gone up because of the good start. Usually when you struggle, it’s low, so it’s definitely boosted my … Continue reading Ceddanne “Hot Fella” Rafaela
Worcester Red Sox Win Midday Game 5-4 Against Buffalo Bisons
By Tiffany Williams - On Wednesday the Worcester Red Sox continued their seven-game series with the Buffalo Bisons at Polar Park in Worcester. The WooSox are the owners of two straight against Buffalo hitting three homers in their midweek midday 5–4 win. In the bottom of the first Wilyer Abreu recoded his 15th homer of … Continue reading Worcester Red Sox Win Midday Game 5-4 Against Buffalo Bisons
WooSox GameDay – 8/9/23
By Tiffany Williams - Tuesday night the Worcester Red Sox kicked off a 13 game homestand grabbing a 10-9 win against the Buffalo Bisons (AAA-Toronto). Worcester has won five of their last seven, and are tie with Lehigh Valley for first place atop the entire International League. In Tuesday night's win Worcester had 37 at … Continue reading WooSox GameDay – 8/9/23
Narciso Crook A Patient Man
By DJ Harding Narciso Crook was the 705th overall pick in the 2013 MLB Draft and spent most of his pro baseball career with the Cincinnati Reds and a few seasons with the Chicago Cubs. This is Crook’s first season in the Red Sox Organization. His pregame song is Moli by El Alfa and doesn’t … Continue reading Narciso Crook A Patient Man
Rafaela Homers for Record Fourth-Straight Game in 5-1 Win
By Tyler Murray - One night after a seven-homer outburst, the Worcester Red Sox (18-12, 57-48) belted three more long balls to pummel the Syracuse Mets (10-20, 43-61) 5-1 on Friday night at NBT Bank Stadium. Top prospect Ceddanne Rafaela once again played a starring role, becoming the first player in WooSox history to … Continue reading Rafaela Homers for Record Fourth-Straight Game in 5-1 Win
WooSox Split Two Games On Sunday Versus Red Wings
By DJ Harding The Worcester Red Sox took on the Rochester Red Wings for the final games of their six game series. Rochester struck first as Jake Noll hit a single that scored Jake Alu giving them a 1-0 lead. Worcester tied it up in the bottom of the second when Ronaldo Hernandez hit into … Continue reading WooSox Split Two Games On Sunday Versus Red Wings
Worcester Red Sox GameDay – 7/25/23
By Tiffany Williams and DJ Harding - ROAD TRIPPIN': On Sunday the Worcester Red Sox wrapped up their post All-Star break road trip which first took them to Jacksonville for a three-game matchup with the Jumbo Shrimp, and they next traveled to Moosic, PA for a matchup with the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders (AAA-Yankees). Worcester has won … Continue reading Worcester Red Sox GameDay – 7/25/23
Kavadas Hits First Triple-A HR, WooSox Split Two Games Saturday
By Tyler Murray - MOOSIC, PA – The Worcester Red Sox (13-6, 52-42), took an 8-3 loss and earned a 10-2 win on Saturday against the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders (10-8, 44-48) at PNC Field. Niko Kavadas hit his first Triple-A homer in the Game 2 victory, Ryan Fitzgerald delivered a two-run double in his first game … Continue reading Kavadas Hits First Triple-A HR, WooSox Split Two Games Saturday
Two Clutch Stephen Scott Homers Lead WooSox to Dramatic Win
By Jim Cain - In what might be forever remembered as The Stephen Scott Game, Worcester’s catcher and nine hitter broke a 4-4 tie with a three-run homer in the eighth, then hit an eventual game-winning three-run blast in the ninth to power the Worcester Red Sox (12-5, 51-41) to a dramatic 10-8 win over … Continue reading Two Clutch Stephen Scott Homers Lead WooSox to Dramatic Win
Rafaela, Abreu Blast Home Runs in 5-3 Loss to Scranton
By Tyler Murray - Despite home runs from Ceddanne Rafaela and Wilyer Abreu, the Worcester Red Sox (10-5, 49-41) saw their season-best six-game winning streak come to an end with a 5-3 loss to the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders on Tuesday night at PNC Field. Scranton scored a run in each of the first four innings, and … Continue reading Rafaela, Abreu Blast Home Runs in 5-3 Loss to Scranton
WooSox Win 9-8, Sweep Series with Jumbo Shrimp
By Jim Cain - Despite two different rain delays, the Worcester Red Sox (10-4, 49-40) completed their first series sweep since 2021 as they topped the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp (8-7, 40-49) by a 9-8 final on Sunday at 121 Financial Ballpark. The WooSox have now won six straight games, matching their longest winning streak of … Continue reading WooSox Win 9-8, Sweep Series with Jumbo Shrimp
Worcester Red Sox GameDay – 7/16/23
By Tiffany Williams - YESTERDAY'S NEWS: The Worcester Red Sox have started July winning seven of their first ten games including Saturday night's 8-5 win against the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp. Top of the first Saturday night, Wilyer Abreu got Worcester into the game with an RBI single (Stephen Scott) to put Worcester on top 1-0. … Continue reading Worcester Red Sox GameDay – 7/16/23
Worcester Red Sox GameDay – 7/15/23
By Tiffany Williams - YESTERDAY'S NEWS: The Worcester Red Sox have started July winning six of their first nine games of the month. On Sunday, July 9th, Worcester went into the All-Star break with a 5-3 win against the Syracuse Mets. Friday night, Worcester returned from the All-Star break, grabbing a 9-2 win against the … Continue reading Worcester Red Sox GameDay – 7/15/23