Bats skipper gets new hurler from Korea -- his son
After spending the past six seasons in the Korean Baseball Organization, Casey Kelly returned to a Triple-A mound in the United States on Sunday and found some things had changed. But at least one thing was very familiar. "It's a little bit of an adjustment. There are new rules, there's
Rios Delivers Walk-Off Hit In 4-3 Bats Victory Over Knights
Edwin Ríos supplied a walk-off double in the bottom of the ninth inning to send the Bats to a 4-3 win and series triumph over the Charlotte Knights on Sunday afternoon at Louisville Slugger Field. Casey Kelly, the son of Bats manager Pat Kelly and in his debut, pitched three
Manager Pat Kelly's Son, Pitcher Casey Kelly, Joins Bats
The Cincinnati Reds today have signed veteran free agent pitcher Casey Kelly, the son of Louisville Bats Manager Pat Kelly, to a minor league contract and assigned him to Triple-A Louisville. This will mark the first time that Pat Kelly has managed one of his children in a regular season
River Cats welcome back Kelly but fall in extras
WEST SACRAMENTO, CA - The Sacramento River Cats (52-81) welcomed back their workhorse on Monday, as Casey Kelly returned to Raley Field to toss six solid innings against the Las Vegas 51s (65-68). The offense would rally late to force extra innings before ultimately falling 4-3 in the 10th.Kelly spent
Jones blasts his 10th homer for Sacramento
NASHVILLE, TN - The Sacramento River Cats (45-67) took an early lead on a home run from Ryder Jones, but recorded just two hits the rest of the way to drop the series opener with the Nashville Sounds (56-55) 3-1.
Schroder powers River Cats to streak-snapping victory
WEST SACRAMENTO, CA - The Sacramento River Cats (44-63) jumped out to an early 7-0 lead, thanks to a pair of solo homers from first baseman Myles Schroder, and hung on to defeat the Iowa Cubs (39-67) 7-4. The win ends a streak of seven straight losses for Sacramento.
Kelly keeps Dorados close but game slips away late
WEST SACRAMENTO, CA -- Right-hander Casey Kelly allowed just one earned run in six and a third innings but the Sacramento River Cats (43-59) dropped game one of the series 6-2 to the Omaha Storm Chasers (45-56).Kelly made it four consecutive games pitching at least six innings with his solid
Kelly strikes out ten as River Cats clobber Grizzlies
FRESNO, CA - An offensive onslaught combined with a dominant pitching performance from Casey Kelly gave the Sacramento River Cats (42-55) a 12-2 win over the Fresno Grizzlies (55-41) on Wednesday evening.
River Cats propelled by six-run second inning
RENO, NV - After getting on the scoreboard early, the Sacramento River Cats (39-49) were able to hold off the Reno Aces (40-48) by the final score of 8-7 behind strong pitching and hitting from starter Casey Kelly.
Slater gets back on track with fifth homer
METAIRIE, LA - The Sacramento River Cats (33-38) fell 7-4 on Monday night to the New Orleans Baby Cakes (34-36). Outfielder Austin Slater chipped in with his fifth home run, but the River Cats let too many opportunities go by, as they were just 1-for-9 with runners in scoring position.
Kelly's seven strong not enough for River Cats
ROUND ROCK, TX -- For the fourth time in his last five outings, right-hander Casey Kelly pitched seven innings and allowed one run or fewer. On Thursday night in Texas, however, it went for naught as three former Giants farmhands led a late-inning comeback to push the Round Rock Express
Kelly stifles Sky Sox offense in series opener
WEST SACRAMENTO, CA - The Sacramento River Cats (30-32) took game one against the Colorado Springs Sky Sox (31-28) 4-1 on Orange Friday at Raley Field behind a stellar outing from right-hander Casey Kelly.
River Cats drop series finale, but win series in El Paso
EL PASO, TX - The Sacramento River Cats (28-30) fell to the El Paso Chihuahuas (28-30) by the final score of 5-0 in the series finale on Sunday evening, but head home taking three of five in El Paso.
Kelly dazzles as River Cats finish series with victory
WEST SACRAMENTO, CA -- For his second consecutive outing, right-hander Casey Kelly shined on the mound and led the Sacramento River Cats (25-28) to victory, this time helping end the homestand with an 8-1 win against the Albuquerque Isotopes (28-25).Kelly struck out a season-high nine batters while walking none and
River Cats walk off in extras for 1-0 shutout win
WEST SACRAMENTO, CA -- In their first shutout of the season, the Sacramento River Cats (23-25) stopped a four-game skid in thrilling fashion with a 1-0 walk-off win against the Las Vegas 51s (20-28).Sacramento blanked the 51s thanks to right-hander Casey Kelly, who pitched seven scoreless frames allowing just one
Kelly helps Dorados win fourth straight
Right-hander Casey Kelly set a team-high for innings pitched, going eight strong to lead the Dorados de Sacramento (17-15) to their fourth straight win in a 7-1 victory over Las Abejas de Salt Lake (20-12).
Shaw homers again in win over 51s
LAS VEGAS, NV -- Left fielder Chris Shaw clubbed his eighth home run of the season as the Sacramento River Cats (13-14) got a 5-3 victory over the Las Vegas 51s (11-17) on Thursday night.Shaw's fence-clearing skills have been on full display lately, as his solo shot in the sixth
River Cats blow late lead as 51s walk off
WEST SACRAMENTO, CA - The Sacramento River Cats (12-14) utilized the long ball, but fell 6-5 against the Las Vegas 51s (11-16) in walk-off fashion. The River Cats entered the ninth inning leading by two runs, but Las Vegas scored three runs in the bottom of the ninth to win
Four-run first not enough for River Cats in loss
WEST SACRAMENTO, CA -- The Reno Aces (7-16) snapped the Sacramento River Cats' (10-12) longest winning streak of the young season. Sacramento put four runs on the board in the first inning thanks to a solo home run from center fielder Steven Duggar -- his second in as many games
River Cats hold on for third straight victory
WEST SACRAMENTO, CA - The Sacramento River Cats (10-11) won their third consecutive game on Friday night, 6-4 over the Reno Aces (6-16). Right-hander Dereck Rodríguez picked up his first win and was backed by home runs from both Steven Duggar and Chris Shaw.
River Cats cannot overcome big Rainiers first inning
TACOMA, WA - The Sacramento River Cats (7-10) fell to the Tacoma Rainiers (9-8) by a score of 12-5 on Sunday afternoon, after River Cats starter Casey Kelly endured his worst start of the season. Kelly walked five batters, allowed six earned runs, and was unable to make it out
Long ball plagues River Cats in Salt Lake
The Bees used four home runs to drive in eight of their 12 runs this evening, bringing their home run season total to 22, good for first in the Pacific Coast League.After two solid starts this season, River Cats starting pitcher Casey Kelly struggled in this one. Kelly allowed nine
River Cats tee off on Aces for lopsided win
WEST SACRAMENTO, CA -- Reno Aces right-hander Taylor Clarke was no match for the Sacramento River Cats (4-3) on Wednesday as the home team posted 11 runs (seven earned) on the opposing starter en route to a 18-4 victory over the Aces (3-4).The River Cats wasted little time getting to Clarke,
Williamson powers River Cats to first win of 2018
After weather delayed the start of Opening Night, game two began on time and with a bang for Sacramento. Chris Shaw crushed a home run in the first inning, his first of the 2018 season. Mac Williamson and Kyle Jensen followed suit with back-to-back home runs in the fourth as
Ciriaco plays hero in River Cats' walk-off win
West Sacramento, CA - The Sacramento River Cats (62-75) completed the series sweep of the Las Vegas 51s (52-86) Thursday night in exciting fashion, answering a late comeback bid by the 51s with an 8-7 walk-off win.