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Stefanic, Daniel offer optimism for Angels

Halos hope versatile prospects can help end lengthy drought
@Gerard_Gilberto
November 23, 2021

Each offseason, MiLB.com goes position by position across each system and honors the players -- regardless of age or prospect status -- who had the best seasons in their organization. Click here to locate your favorite club. If a few key players can figure out a way to stick in

Big Second Sinks Trash Pandas In Tennessee 10-5

Diaz’s winning streak ends at four games
August 11, 2021

The Rocket City Trash Pandas surrendered 10 early runs and were never able to climb back into the game in a 10-5 loss to the Tennessee Smokies on Wednesday night in the second game of their six-game series at Smokies Stadium. After a scoreless first inning, Rocket City starter Jhonathan

Trash Pandas Bash Records In Historic 26-3 Win

Rocket City routs Chattanooga for series victory
August 8, 2021

In a remarkable offensive showing, the Rocket City Trash Pandas blasted off early and often for an incredible 26-3 victory over the Chattanooga Lookouts to clinch a series win on Sunday afternoon at AT&T Field. From the first pitch to the last, Sunday’s matchup belonged to the visiting Trash Pandas.

Late Comeback Propels Rocket City To 6-4 Victory

Trash Pandas score three in eighth to even series in Chattanooga
August 4, 2021

The Rocket City Trash Pandas scored three runs in the eighth to turn a deficit into a lead for a 6-4 victory over the Chattanooga Lookouts in the second game of their six-game series on Wednesday night at AT&T Field. Down 4-3 in the eighth, the Trash Pandas turned the

Trash Pandas Drop Slugfest with Smokies, 12-8

Tennessee evens series behind four home runs
July 21, 2021

MADISON, Alabama – In a game filled with home runs from both sides, the Rocket Trash Pandas couldn't finish the comeback in 12-8 loss to the Tennessee Smokies at Toyota Field in the second game of their six-game series at Toyota Field. Rocket City began the ballgame in fine form

Trash Pandas Power Past Smokies 10-5 

Davis, Pompey, Martinez homer in series-opening win
July 20, 2021

MADISON, Alabama – The Rocket City Trash Pandas began their homestand with a 10-5 win over the Tennessee Smokies on Tuesday night at Toyota Field behind a timely power display at the plate and a strong night from the bullpen. After a one, two, three first inning, Rocket City starter

Bats come alive as Riders cruise to victory

Davis reaches four times, drives in three runs
August 6, 2019

FRISCO, Texas (Aug. 6, 2019) - After a quiet last few games at the plate, the Riders broke through Tuesday night, knocking off Corpus Christi 9-3.SYNOPSIS* The Riders scored in every inning between the third and seventh. Brendon Davis and Eliezer Álvarez each drove in three runs as part of the

Wood Ducks Dominate in Victory over the Mudcats

12 strikeouts and 12 hits to go along with zero errors and zero runs allowed snapped the losing streak
August 14, 2018

KINSTON, NC - An offensive barrage backed up the fifth shutout of the season in the Wood Ducks' 8-0 win over the Mudcats. All nine batters for the Woodies had a hit and six had at least one RBI in the victory. Joe Palumbo, Kaleb Fontenot, and Tyler Thomas combined

Altmann's Late Heroics and Mendez's Tremendous Debut Fuel the Woodies in Win

Wood Duck pitching combined for 12 strikeouts and only five singles allowed
June 25, 2018

KINSTON, NC - Josh Altmann blasted his third homer in two games and put the Wood Ducks (2-3, 37-38) on top late in a 5-1 victory over the Nationals (1-3, 38-33) on Monday night. The three-run blast were the first runs of the game for Down East and marked is

Jenkins and Davis Go Yard in Loss to Dash

The pitching staff also struck out 15 batters in the defeat
June 23, 2018

WINSTON-SALEM, NC - The Wood Duck offense was stymied by Dash starter Jimmy Lambert as his performance overshadowed big days at the plate for Brendon Davis and Eric Jenkins in a 5-3 loss on Saturday afternoon. Jenkins and Davis both connected on home runs and had four of the five

Martinez and Davis Lead the Way in Win over the Astros

The Woodies get back on track by salvaging the final game of the series
June 10, 2018

KINSTON, NC -Brendon Davis stayed hot at the plate and the Wood Ducks (32-30) received huge contributions from the pitching staff in a 4-2 victory over the Astros (34-28). The third baseman connected on his third homer of the season and second of the series to lead the way for

Hernandez Delivers Massive Performance in Pivotal Win over the Astros

He has collected 32 strikeouts over his last 20 innings pitched
May 30, 2018

KINSTON, NC - Jonathan Hernández turned in the best start of his career on Wednesday night to help the Wood Ducks (30-22) claim first place in the southern division again in a 1-0 victory over the Astros (29-22).

Down East Rides Out Another Hot Start in Win Over the Dash

The Woodies scored at least five runs in the first two innings for the second straight night
May 13, 2018

WINSTON-SALEM, NC - For the second straight game, the Wood Ducks (20-16) jumped out to an early lead against the Dash (20-16) and never relinquished it to win 7-5. Andretty Cordero had his team-leading 12th multi-hit game with a pair of RBIs in the victory.Down East also received another strong

Matuella Dazzles and Offense Produces in Win

The right-hander finds the right combinations for his first win of 2018
May 10, 2018

WINSTON-SALEM, NC - Michael Matuella's career night was supported by nine runs from the Wood Duck (18-16) offense in the series-opening win over the Dash (20-14) by a 9-3 final. Matuella posted career-highs in innings pitched (7.2) and strikeouts (8) in his first win of 2018.Offensively, five different Wood Ducks

Davis and the Wood Ducks Walk-Off on the Mudcats Again

Walker Weickel turned in his best start as a Wood Duck to help the Woodies claim the series
April 28, 2018

KINSTON, NC - The Wood Ducks walked-off on the Mudcats for the second consecutive night as Brendon Davis's single down the third base line brought home Blaine Prescott in a 5-4 victory at Grainger Stadium.In his second start at Grainger Stadium, Walker Weickel dazzled on the mound as he set

Rangers acquire Calhoun, more for Darvish

Dodgers ship their No. 4, 17 and 27 prospects for All-Star righty
July 31, 2017

The Dodgers and Rangers pulled off a last-minute trade Thursday that could greatly affect this year's playoff picture and the future of at least one prominent prospect.Texas acquired Willie Calhoun, A.J. Alexy and Brendon Davis from Los Angeles for All-Star right-hander Yu Darvish. The three Minor Leaguers were ranked by

Dodgers' Davis sets career high with five RBIs

No. 28 prospect accomplishes feat in third game with Quakes
July 26, 2017

Brendon Davis is happy to be home in Southern California and he's given his new teammates plenty of reasons to be happy he's joined them."I played with most of these guys, whether last year or in Spring Training, so I already have good relationships with a lot of them," the