Bats Homestand Highlights: July 1-3
The Louisville Bats are back home for their first second-half series at Louisville Slugger Field with a three-game set full of excitement to begin July. In Louisville’s only Monday action of the year, the Bats will become the 121st MiLB team to play as the Malmö Oat Milkers in a
Bats Drop Pitcher's Duel In Toledo 2-0
Despite a stellar outing from starter Lyon Richardson, the Louisville Bats offense was unable to produce behind him, suffering a 2-0 loss to the Toledo Mud Hens on Saturday night at Fifth Third Field. The Mud Hens took advantage of an early Bats mistake, and that would prove to be
Bats Even Series With Twin Bill Sweep
The Louisville Bats held to earn a pair of close victories against the Toledo Mud Hens on Friday night at Fifth Third Field, winning an extra-inning thriller 4-2 in the opener than taking advantage of Toledo mistakes in a 6-5 win in the nightcap to even their six-game series with
Bats Fall 9-4 In Second Game Against Mud Hens
The Louisville Bats scored four runs on eight hits but ultimately struggled late in a 9-4 loss against the Toledo Mud Hens on Thursday night. Though the defeat set the Bats back at .500 at 38-38, Conner Capel went 2-for-3 with two RBIs and Jacob Hurtubise went 2-for-4 with one
Persistence, Perspective Power Randy Wynne’s JourneyÂ
From making his professional debut in an independent league in 2016, to debuting in the Majors for the Cincinnati Reds seven years later, and now to being in the midst of his best professional season to date, Randy Wynne’s journey has been nothing short of unique. Wynne began the 2024
Konner Steiner Makes Bats Debut As Norton Children's "Super Kid"
On Sunday, June 2, the Louisville Bats added a new player to their roster: 12-year-old Konner Steiner. Originally from Greenville, Indiana, Konner’s MiLB debut was also his first time at a Bats game. He signed a one-day contract on Friday, May 31 and returned to the field two days later
Edwin Rios Brings Championship Experience To Bats
When the sports world shut down in 2020, months before what would prove to be the greatest triumph of his professional career to date, Edwin Rios found a unique way to stay in shape. A steady climb through the Los Angeles Dodgers system had Rios primed for a big 2020
Levi Jordan Off To Hot Start In Louisville Debut
Levi Jordan was drafted by the Chicago Cubs in the 29th round of the 2018 draft and spent the first six years of his career with the organization. He had stints with the South Bend Cubs, Myrtle Beach Pelicans and Tennessee Smokies, but spent most of his time playing at
Tony Santillan's Fearless Attack Leading to Dominance
Tony Santillan has been one of the top closers in baseball thus far this season as he is currently ten for ten in save opportunities, giving him the sole lead in that category in all of Minor League Baseball. Santillan emphasizes that he lives for those adrenaline-pumping moments on the
Blake Dunn Doing It All In Triple-A Debut
Injuries derailed the first two seasons of Blake Dunn’s professional career. After being selected by the Cincinnati Reds in the 15th round of the 2021 draft, Dunn sustained a broken nose and a sprained right shoulder, limiting him to 48 games between 2021-22. Last season, the Michigan native took the
Louisville Drops Opener In Toledo 14-4
Despite a four-run ninth inning to get on the board, the Louisville Bats fell to the Toledo Mud Hens in game one of their six-game series at Fifth Third Field on Tuesday night with a final score of 14-4 in the first game of the second half. Toledo took the
Bats Rally In Ninth For Series Win At Omaha
The Louisville Bats rallied in the ninth inning for the second night in a row to earn a 4-2 victory in the series finale over the Omaha Storm Chasers on Sunday night at Werner Park. The victory extends the Bats’ winning streak to four games, clinches a series victory for
Bats Storm Back For Thrilling 5-4 Victory
Down to their last three outs, the Louisville Bats rallied back from the brink to tie the game in the ninth before winning 5-4 in 10 innings over the Omaha Storm Chasers on Saturday night at Werner Park. The win extends the Bats’ winning streak to three games and guarantees
Bats Tie Series With 5-3 Win Over Omaha
The Louisville Bats tied the series against the Storm Chasers with their 5-3 win on Friday night at Werner Park. P.J. Higgins led the way at the plate, notching the Bats’ third four-hit game this season and adding two RBI. Hernán Pérez remained on fire with two hits and an
Bats Snap Losing Streak With 4-1 Victory Over Omaha
The Bats claimed their first win of the series against the Storm Chasers on Thursday night at Werner Park with a final score of 4-1, snapping their nine-game losing streak and putting the Bats back within one game of .500. Omaha got off to a quick start, recording three consecutive
Louisville Falls 7-1 Against Homer Happy Omaha
The Louisville lineup fell flat in game two of their six-game set against Omaha, losing 7-1 on Wednesday night at Werner Park. The loss extended the Bats season-long hitting streak to nine games and dropped Louisville two games below .500 at 34-36. The Storm Chasers claimed an early lead in
Bats Struggles Continue In 9-4 Loss To Omaha
The Louisville Bats fell below .500 for the first time since May 5 with a 9-4 loss in the series opener against the Omaha Storm Chasers on Tuesday afternoon, extending their season-long losing streak to eight. Omaha clinched the 2024 First-Half International League Championship with the win. Lyon Richardson recorded
Bats Drop Father's Day Finale To Saints 6-3
The Louisville Bats fell behind early, and a late comeback couldn’t get them all the way back into the game in a 6-3 loss to the St. Paul Saints on Sunday afternoon at Louisville Slugger Field. The win completes a series sweep for the Saints and extends the Bats’ season-long
Louisville Falls 3-1 In Pitcher's Duel Against St. Paul
Despite a comeback attempt in the bottom of the ninth, the Louisville Bats dropped game five of their series against the St. Paul Saints with a final score of 3-1 on Saturday night in front of a crowd of 7,272 at Slugger Field. St. Paul attempted to score in the
Early Deficit Too Much For Bats In 9-5 Loss
Louisville Bats starter Connor Phillips struggled from the outset, putting his team in a hole too big to climb out of in a 9-5 loss to the St. Paul Saints on Friday night at Louisville Slugger Field. The Saints took the lead before Phillips even got an out in the
Bats Fall 18-4 To St. Paul
The Louisville Bats fell 18-4 in game three of the series against St. Paul on Thursday night at Louisville Slugger Field. Rece Hinds homered twice, scored two runs, and drove in three to finish as the lone bright spot in the loss. St. Paul made started hot in the first
Walks Sting Bats In 7-2 Loss Against Saints
Edwin Ríos homered late, but it was not enough to get the Louisville Bats back into the game in a 7-2 loss to the St. Paul Saints on Wednesday afternoon at Louisville Slugger Field. After a scoreless first inning, Tony Kemp got the effort started for the Saints with his
Bats Lose 3-2 To St. Paul In Series Opener
The Louisville Bats were unable to land a big punch at the plate, leaving 12 men on base and hitting 1-8 with runners in scoring position in the 3-2 series-opening loss to St. Paul on Tuesday night. Nick Martini tallied just the second four-hit game for the Bats this season
Louisville Bats Homestand Highlights June 11 - 16
The Louisville Bats return to Louisville Slugger Field for their only home series of the month, but it’s a fun-filled set full of exciting nights! Come out to the ballpark to get your own personalized bobblehead on Tuesday, join the Bats in dedicating the night to our loved ones affected