Mets Promote Catcher Kevin Parada to Double-A Binghamton
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. – The New York Mets announced Tuesday that catcher Kevin Parada has been promoted to Double-A Binghamton. Parada, MLB Pipeline’s fifth-ranked prospect in the Mets' organization and 94th in all of baseball, was selected by the Mets with the 11th overall pick in the first round of the
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. – The New York Mets announced Tuesday that catcher Kevin Parada has been promoted to Double-A Binghamton.
Parada, MLB Pipeline’s fifth-ranked prospect in the Mets' organization and 94th in all of baseball, was selected by the Mets with the 11th overall pick in the first round of the 2022 MLB Draft out of Georgia Tech.
The 22-year-old, in the midst of his first full professional season, hit .265 with 11 home runs, 42 RBIs, and a .768 OPS in 87 games with High-A Brooklyn before his promotion. Parada’s 2023 campaign with the Cyclones was highlighted by two multi-homer games and four three-hit contests.
The Pasadena, California, native enjoyed a storied career on The Flats. In 2022, Parada hit .360 with 88 RBIs and a .715 slugging percentage for the Yellow Jackets. He also set a Georgia Tech single-season record with 26 home runs, which tied for the sixth-most in Division I. Following the season, he was named a unanimous First-Team All-American, earned All-ACC First Team honors, and received the 2022 Buster Posey Award, which recognizes the nation’s top collegiate catcher. Additionally, Parada was one of three finalists for the Golden Spikes Award.
The Rumble Ponies' roster now includes three of the Mets' top five-ranked prospects (Luisangel Acuña #1, Drew Gilbert #2, Parada #5).
The Rumble Ponies are back at home on Tuesday to open a six-game series with the Harrisburg Senators, the Washington Nationals' Double-A Affiliate. First pitch is at 6:35 p.m with the NYCM Insurance Pregame Show getting underway at 6:20 p.m.
Fans can purchase tickets by visiting www.BINGRP.com, calling 607-722-3866, or in person at the Visions Federal Credit Union Starting Gate Box Office at Mirabito Stadium.
Binghamton Drops Series Opener in Reading
READING, Pa. – The Binghamton Rumble Ponies (3-5) fell to the Reading Fightin Phils, 12-2, in the series opener at FirstEnergy Stadium on Tuesday night. New York Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez began a rehab assignment with Binghamton and went 1-for-3 with a solo home run, single, and was hit by
Mets C Francisco Alvarez to Begin Rehab Assignment with Double-A Binghamton Tuesday
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. – New York Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez will begin a rehab assignment with Double-A Binghamton on Tuesday night against the Reading Fightin Phils. Alvarez has played 228 games with the Mets since making his Major League debut at the end of 2022. Over the past two seasons, he
McLean, Suarez Dazzle in Ponies’ Win Over Goats
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. – The Binghamton Rumble Ponies (3-4) defeated the Hartford Yard Goats, 2-1, in the series finale on Sunday afternoon at Mirabito Stadium. Right-hander Nolan McLean (1-0) made the start for Binghamton and earned the victory. He struck out six batters over five innings and allowed just one run
Saturday’s Rumble Ponies Game against Hartford Postponed
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. – Due to inclement weather in the area throughout the day, Saturday’s Rumble Ponies game against the Hartford Yard Goats at Mirabito Stadium has been postponed. It will be made up during the Rumble Ponies series in Hartford May 13-18. The #42 Rumble Ponies jersey giveaway to honor
Binghamton Splits Doubleheader with Hartford
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. – The Binghamton Rumble Ponies (2-4) split their doubleheader with the Hartford Yard Goats (5-2) on Friday at Mirabito Stadium. Binghamton won the first game and Hartford came-from-behind to win the second game. Game One: Rumble Ponies 10, Yard Goats 1 (Final/7) Right-hander Jack Wenninger (2-0) made the
Thursday’s Rumble Ponies Game Postponed, Doubleheader to be Played Friday
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. – Due to inclement weather in the forecast, Thursday’s Rumble Ponies game against the Hartford Yard Goats at Mirabito Stadium has been postponed. It will be made up as part of a doubleheader (two seven-inning games) on Friday. The first game will get underway at 3 p.m., with
Binghamton Drops Both to Hartford in Home-Opening Doubleheader
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. – The Binghamton Rumble Ponies (1-3) were swept by the Hartford Yard Goats (4-1) in Wednesday’s doubleheader at Mirabito Stadium. These games were Binghamton’s first two home games of the season. Game One: Yard Goats 4, Rumble Ponies 0 (Final/7) Binghamton right-hander Jonathan Pintaro (0-1) allowed two runs
SNY to Broadcast Binghamton Rumble Ponies Games Again on Television in 2025
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. – The Binghamton Rumble Ponies, Double-A Affiliate of the New York Mets, are pleased to announce that for a second straight year, SNY, the flagship television home of the New York Mets, will be carrying Rumble Ponies games on television this season. The Rumble Ponies will appear on
Tuesday’s Rumble Ponies Home Opener Postponed, Doubleheader to be Played Wednesday
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. – Due to forecasted evening wind chills in the teens and other weather considerations, Tuesday’s Rumble Ponies home opener presented by M&T Bank against the Hartford Yard Goats has been postponed. It will be made up as part of a doubleheader (two seven-inning games) on Wednesday. The first
Binghamton Falls Despite Strong Pitching Performances
MANCHESTER, N.H. – The Binghamton Rumble Ponies (1-1) fell to the New Hampshire Fisher Cats, 1-0, on Sunday afternoon in the series finale at Delta Dental Stadium. One unearned run was the difference in the game. Binghamton’s pitching staff has not allowed an earned run over 18 innings across the
Saturday’s Rumble Ponies Game at New Hampshire Postponed, Doubleheader to be Played Sunday
MANCHESTER, N.H. – Saturday’s game between the Binghamton Rumble Ponies and the New Hampshire Fisher Cats at Delta Dental Stadium has been postponed due to inclement weather in the forecast. The game will be made up as part of a doubleheader (two seven-inning games) on Sunday with the first game
Binghamton Pitchers Dominate in Season-Opening Win
MANCHESTER, N.H. – The Binghamton Rumble Ponies (1-0) used dominant pitching to defeat the New Hampshire Fisher Cats, 3-1, in the season opener at Delta Dental Stadium on Friday night. Binghamton’s four pitchers combined to allow just three hits, one unearned run and zero earned runs. Right-hander Jack Wenninger (1-0)
Rumble Ponies Announce Preliminary 2025 Opening Day Roster
BINGHAMTON, NY – The Binghamton Rumble Ponies, Double-A Affiliate of the New York Mets, announced their preliminary 2025 Opening Day roster Tuesday. This year’s roster is headlined by four of the top six Mets Prospects according to MLB Pipeline. IF/OF Jett Williams (#2), 1B Ryan Clifford (#4), RHP Nolan McLean
Townsquare Media Continues to Serve as Radio Home for Rumble Ponies Radio Broadcasts as part of Multi-Year Extension
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. – The Binghamton Rumble Ponies, Double-A Affiliate of the New York Mets, and Townsquare Media announced a multi-year extension that continues a four-decade relationship keeping Townsquare Media as the radio home of all Rumble Ponies games. All 2025 Rumble Ponies games will air on WNBF News Radio 1290
’24 Rumble Ponies Shine in 2025 Mets Prospects Spring Breakout Win
2024 Rumble Ponies Ryan Clifford, Jonah Tong, Jett Williams, Kevin Parada, and Jonathan Pintaro led the way for the 2025 New York Mets Spring Breakout squad in their 5-1 win over the Washington Nationals Prospects Sunday at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches. Clifford, MLB Pipeline’s #4 ranked prospect in
“Spicy Meatballs” Alternate Identity Reveal Receives Rave Reviews
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. – Another Binghamton Rumble Ponies alternate identity reveal has received widespread acclaim and national media attention. The Binghamton Rumble Ponies announcement Sunday that they will be playing as the Southern Tier Spicy Meatballs, presented by Mirabito, August 14-16 has generated unprecedented excitement ahead of the start of the
Binghamton Rumble Ponies To Rebrand as Southern Tier Spicy Meatballs For Select Games This August
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. – In honor of National Meatball Day, the Binghamton Rumble Ponies are excited to unveil the Club’s newest alternate identity for the 2025 season, the Southern Tier Spicy Meatballs. The introduction of the Southern Tier Spicy Meatballs comes following the successful unveiling of the Binghamton Bathtub Donkeys, which
Five Members of ’24 Rumble Ponies Selected to Spring Breakout Roster
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. – Major League Baseball announced Thursday that five members of the 2024 Binghamton Rumble Ponies will be on the 2025 New York Mets Spring Breakout roster. The New York Mets top prospects will face the Washington Nationals top prospects on Sunday, March 16 at 5:05 p.m. ET at
Tickets for Revamped “Meet the Ponies” Evening Now on Sale
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. – Tickets are now on sale for Meet the Ponies, the annual kick-off event signifying the return of baseball in the Southern Tier. This year’s event, taking place on Wednesday, April 2 at the Holiday Inn Downtown Binghamton, is new and improved! This year’s Meet the Ponies will
Rumble Ponies to Host Upcoming Job Fairs At Mirabito Stadium February 15th and 22nd
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. – The Binghamton Rumble Ponies, Double-A Affiliate of the New York Mets, announced Monday they will host two upcoming Job Fairs at Mirabito Stadium this Saturday, February 15 and Saturday, February 22. The job fairs will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day. The Rumble
Binghamton Rumble Ponies Announce 2025 Coaching Staff
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. – The Binghamton Rumble Ponies, Double-A Affiliate of the New York Mets, are pleased to announce their 2025 coaching staff. Reid Brignac returns for a fourth season at the helm in the Southern Tier. He is joined by Pitching Coach Dan McKinney, Hitting Coach Nate Irving, Bench Coach
Rumble Ponies Announce 2025 Promotional Schedule Ahead of Individual Game Tickets Going on Sale Sunday
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. – The Binghamton Rumble Ponies are pleased to announce their 2025 Promotional Schedule ahead of individual game tickets going on sale this Sunday, February 2 at 10 a.m. The promotional schedule is highlighted by 13 Miller Auto Team fireworks shows, 12 giveaways, and five traveling acts/appearances. This year,
Jacob Wilkins, Rumble Ponies’ Play-by-Play Voice, Returns to Call MLB Postseason Games Airing in India
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. – Jacob Wilkins, the Voice of the Binghamton Rumble Ponies, is returning to the big leagues. The Rumble Ponies announced on Wednesday that Wilkins, who just completed his fifth season behind the mic of the New York Mets’ Double-A affiliate, will return to handle play-by-play duties for Major
RHP Brandon Sproat Named Eastern League Pitcher of the Year
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. – Minor League Baseball announced on Tuesday that RHP Brandon Sproat has been named the Eastern League Pitcher of the Year, as part of the Double-A League Awards. Sproat is the fifth Binghamton pitcher in franchise history to win the award, and the first since Corey Oswalt in
RHP Brandon Sproat Named Mets Minor League Pitcher of the Year
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. – The New York Mets announced on Friday that RHP Brandon Sproat was named the Mets Minor League Pitcher of the Year as part of the organization’s year-end Player Development Awards. He will be honored at Citi Field prior to the Mets game tonight against the Philadelphia Phillies.