Express Blank Dodgers 6-0 as Baseball Returns with a Bang
ROUND ROCK, Texas – The Round Rock Express (1-0) rode a strong start by LHP Wes Benjamin and two-run homers from both 3B Charles Leblanc and C John Hicks to a 6-0 victory over the Oklahoma City Dodgers (0-1) in Thursday’s Opening Day at Dell Diamond. The victory came in
Sounds Win Season Finale on Walk-Off
Matt Davidson hit a walk-off sacrifice fly in the bottom of the 13th inning to give the Nashville Sounds a 6-5 win over the San Antonio Missions in the season finale Monday afternoon at First Tennessee Park.Davidson hit a 1-1 pitch from catcher-turned-pitcher Tuffy Gosewisch into left field. It was
Sounds Power Past Storm Chasers
Matt Davidson and Jett Bandy hit back-to-back home runs and Wes Benjamin logged another quality start to lead the Nashville Sounds to a 6-1 win over the Omaha Storm Chasers Wednesday night at Werner Park.One night after reaching safely all five times, Davidson stayed locked in at the plate with
Sounds Edge I-Cubs in Series Opener
DES MOINES, Iowa - Tim Federowicz broke a 1-1 tie with a two-run single in the top of the ninth inning on Friday night, and starter Wes Benjamin and three relievers stymied the Iowa offense, propelling the Nashville Sounds to a 3-1 win over the I-Cubs at Principal Park. The
Wisdom Leads Sounds to Rout in Sacramento
SACRAMENTO, Calif. - The Nashville Sounds crushed a season-high six home runs on Saturday night, including two more from Patrick Wisdom, and routed the Sacramento River Cats 13-3 in the opener of a four-game set at Raley Field. The Sounds are 4-0 so far on their seven-game California road trip
Sounds Blow Late Lead, Fall in Extras
The Nashville Sounds blew a late 4-1 lead and eventually lost to the El Paso Chihuahuas, 6-4, in front of 7,086 fans on Tuesday night at First Tennessee Park.The Chihuahuas got a run-scoring fielder's choice by Austin Allen and an RBI single by Seth Mejias-Brean in the top of the
Blown Lead Gets Nashville Swept in San Antonio
A late comeback in the ninth inning for the Sounds could not be completed after losing the lead in the sixth inning, as Nashville lost to San Antonio 5-3. That completed the sweep for the Missions over the Sounds.Nashville took the early lead in the top of the first inning.
Sounds Falter Late, Lose to Baby Cakes
The New Orleans Baby Cakes scored five runs in the top of the eighth inning to grab a come-from-behind 7-4 win over the Nashville Sounds in front of a sellout crowd of 10,208 at First Tennessee Park Friday night.The two teams were even through the first six innings at 2-2.
Davidson's 200th Homer Highlights Sellout Win
The Sounds hosted their eighth-largest crowd in First Tennessee Park history Saturday night, as 11,622 fans watched Nashville beat Salt Lake 5-4. Matt Davidson hit his 200th career home run as a professional to lead the Sounds' offense.Eight batters came to the plate for Nashville in the bottom of the
Maness, Benjamin Lead Sounds to Shutout Win
TACOMA, Washington - Seth Maness and Wes Benjamin combined on a five-hitter Sunday afternoon, leading the Nashville Sounds to a 3-0 victory over the Tacoma Rainiers at Cheney Stadium. It marks the team's first shutout win of the year, and its first winning series in Tacoma since 2002.The Sounds, now
Sounds Score 10 Unanswered Runs in Come-From-Behind Win over Memphis
The Nashville Sounds scored 10 unanswered runs in front of a sellout crowd of 10,068 and split the series against the Memphis Redbirds with a hard-fought 10-6 win Friday night at First Tennessee Park.Adam Moore led the charge with a two-run triple in the third inning and a bases-clearing double
Sounds Drop Series Finale in Memphis
A tight game in Memphis turned into a 9-3 loss for the Nashville Sounds in the series finale at AutoZone Park Tuesday afternoon. Memphis scored seven runs over their final three innings to help run away with a series win.Nashville starter Wes Benjamin turned in a solid outing on the
Sounds' Streak Snapped in Oklahoma City
The Nashville Sounds blew a late lead and suffered a 7-3 setback to the Oklahoma City Dodgers Thursday afternoon at Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark. The team's winning streak was snapped at four games with the loss.The Sounds scored first and held leads of 1-0, 3-1, and 3-2 as late as the
Sounds Fetch a Loss in Homestand Opener
The Round Rock Express spoiled the first Tito's Tail Waggin' Tuesday with an 11-2 win over the Nashville Sounds in front of 5,968 fans and 211 dogs at First Tennessee Park Tuesday night.Express designated hitter Yordan Alvarez hit a grand slam on the seventh pitch of the game and Round
Express Charge Back Late to Defeat Sounds
In a game that was mostly in Nashville's control, a four-run Round Rock inning in the eighth completed a five-run comeback as the Sounds lose to the Express 8-6.Round Rock started with a bang in the bottom of the first when Myles Straw led off with a triple. Next up,
Benjamin dazzles once more but Riders fall 2-0
MIDLAND, Texas (Sept. 2, 2018) - In his final start of the year, Wes Benjamin turned in one more stellar outing but the Frisco RoughRiders, the Double-A affiliate of the Texas Rangers, fell 2-0 to the Midland RockHounds and were eliminated from playoff contention Sunday at Security Bank Ballpark.BIG MOMENTS* Benjamin
Riders hurdle 'Hounds in series finale
FRISCO, Texas (August 27, 2018) - In his final home start of the regular season, Wes Benjamin delivered six innings of one-run ball for the Frisco RoughRiders, the Double-A affiliate of the Texas Rangers, in a 7-1 win over the Midland RockHounds Monday at Dr Pepper Ballpark.BIG MOMENTS* Benjamin carried a
Benjamin shines in 9-0 rout of San Antonio
SAN ANTONIO, Texas (August 21, 2018) - Wes Benjamin led a three-hit shutout and the bats broke out for the Frisco RoughRiders, the Double-A affiliate of the Texas Rangers, in a 9-0 win over the San Antonio Missions Tuesday night.BIG MOMENTS* Benjamin tossed seven scoreless innings and permitted only three hits
Four Riders named Texas League Midseason All-Stars
FRISCO, Texas (June 13, 2018) - Four players from the Frisco RoughRiders, the Double-A affiliate of the Texas Rangers, were selected as Texas League Midseason All-Stars Wednesday: outfielder Hunter Cole plus pitchers Wes Benjamin, Ariel Jurado and Richelson Peña . The league's annual midsummer showcase will take place June 26
Cole's blasts, Benjamin's dandy power Riders to 3-0 win
FRISCO, Texas (May 8, 2018) - Hunter Cole hit a pair of homers and starter Wes Benjamin logged six shutout innings to guide the Frisco RoughRiders, Double-A affiliate of the Texas Rangers, past the Midland RockHounds 3-0 Tuesday afternoon at Dr Pepper Ballpark.BIG MOMENTS* Cole got the Riders on the board with
Wood Ducks Win Finale and Clinch Second-Half Title
BUIES CREEK, NC - The Wood Ducks capped off a remarkable second-half comeback with a resounding 10-3 victory over the Astros. With the win, Down East clinches the second-half title having not led for a single day in the half until the final out.
Wood Ducks Sweep Blue Rocks in Doubleheader
WILMINGTON, DE - In a night of firsts, the Wood Ducks (34-31, 58-76) swept the Blue Rocks (28-36, 67-67) in a doubleheader on Wednesday night. While game one featured the 11th shutout of the year, it was the 4-2 victory in game two that claimed the first four-game winning streak
Wes Benjamin Named Carolina League Pitcher of the Week
KINSTON, NC - On Monday afternoon Minor League Baseball announced its Pitchers of the Week and Down East's Wes Benjamin was recognized for the Carolina League. The left-hander worked 7.2 shutout innings on Tuesday vs. Carolina - marking a career-long for shutout innings.Benjamin, 24, carried a no-hitter into the sixth
Bachar's perfect afternoon earns weekly award
Lake Bachar was perfect for seven innings last Thursday, making him an easy choice when it came to handing out the latest weekly awards. But the right-hander said he wasn't fazed by the gem he threw. "At a certain point, I don't really try to hide from it, because I
Pitching Staff Dominant in Woodies Shutout Victory
KINSTON, NC - A thrilling pitchers' duel didn't feature its first run until the ninth inning in Down East's (26-26, 50-71) 1-0 victory over Carolina (22-30, 58-62). Wes Benjamin worked a career-high seven and two-thirds innings in his second consecutive seven strikeout performance.