8 stats to remember from the 2024 Arizona Fall League
There’s no denying that the 2024 Arizona Fall League season was historic. There was a little bit of everything in the desert, with record books being rewritten during the 32nd year of prospects putting their skills on display. It’s always difficult to gauge just how significant six weeks' worth of
8 prospects who stood out in the AFL Championship Game
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. -- And just like that, the curtain has fallen on the 2024 Fall League campaign. The Salt River Rafters thwarted the Surprise Saguaros’ attempt at a three-peat in unconventional fashion as the road club in their home park (by virtue of Surprise finishing with the regular season’s best
Well-rounded Ritter leads Rockies' representatives in Fall League
Coming out of the University of Kentucky, Ryan Ritter had a reputation as a glove-first shortstop who could really defend at the next level, but there were questions about his impact at the plate after hitting .280/.350/.423 in two seasons with the Wildcats. The Rockies thought there was enough there
Goodman, Fernandez headline Rockies' Organization All-Stars
Each offseason, MiLB.com goes position by position across each organization and honors the players -- regardless of age or prospect status -- who had the best seasons in each farm system. Next up in our 2023 Organization All-Stars series are the Colorado Rockies.
2023 Fresno Grizzlies Season Recap
Fresno, CA– The 25th season of Fresno Grizzlies baseball was unforgettable, as the team and city celebrated another year of records and memories. Now in their third year affiliated with the Colorado Rockies, the 2023 Grizzlies club exceeded expectations with yet another memorable season in Downtown Fresno. All About the
The 2023 Single-A All-Stars and award winners
As summer ebbs into fall, Minor League Baseball has started to reveal its end-of-season award winners and All-Star steams. First up are the three Single-A circuits, encompassing 30 teams, as voted on by league managers. There's no shortage of top prospects, noteworthy names and some under-the-radar players who made their
Ryan Ritter Named California League MVP; 3 More Grizzlies Also Announced as All-Stars
Fresno, CA – Minor League Baseball announced Tuesday morning that three Fresno Grizzlies were awarded California League All-Star honors, with two members of the squad receiving League Awards, thanks to their stellar 2023 campaigns. Shortstop Ryan Ritter, manager Steve Soliz, right-handed relief pitcher Zach Agnos and left-handed starting pitcher Michael
Grizzlies INF Ryan Ritter Named California League Player of the Month For June
Fresno, CA – Fresno Grizzlies infielder Ryan Ritter was selected by Minor League Baseball as the California League Player of the Month for June. This is Ritter's fourth award in his first professional season. He won Player of the Week honors from April 17-23, May 15-21 and June 26-July 2.
Grizzlies INF Ryan Ritter Tabbed California League Player of the Week For June 26 - July 2
Fresno, CA – Fresno Grizzlies infielder Ryan Ritter was named by Minor League Baseball as the California League Player of the Week for June 26 - July 2. Ritter's impressive series at Stockton helped the Grizzlies earn a series win against the Ports. In five games last week, Ritter went
Roaring Grizzlies lineup dismantles Ports 10-2 for 9th straight Sunday victory
Stockton, CA (Sunday, July 2) – The Fresno Grizzlies (43-31, 7-1) overwhelmed the Stockton Ports (28-46, 3-5) 10-2 Sunday evening from Banner Island Ballpark. Fresno improved to 10-2 in their last 12 games and 20-5 in their last 25 contests. The Grizzlies enjoyed their ninth straight Sunday victory, dating back
Betancourt, Grizzlies Stock a ton of offense in 13-6 drubbing of Ports
Stockton, CA (Saturday, July 1) – The Fresno Grizzlies (42-31, 6-1) vanquished the Stockton Ports (28-45, 3-4) 13-6 Saturday night from Banner Island Ballpark. Fresno improved to 9-2 in their last 11 games and 19-5 in their last 24 contests. The Grizzlies started July on the right paw, after finishing
Ritter goes deep as Fresno’s win streak snapped by Stockton 5-2 to conclude June
Stockton, CA (Friday, June 30) – The Fresno Grizzlies (41-31, 5-1) dropped a 5-2 affair to the Stockton Ports (28-44, 3-3) Friday evening from Banner Island Ballpark. Fresno saw their season-long seven-game winning streak come to an end, their first loss in the second half. The Grizzlies fell to 18-5
Ferocious Fresno offense launches 5 homers in 11-8 triumph over Stockton
Stockton, CA (Thursday, June 29) – The Fresno Grizzlies (41-30, 5-0) powered past the Stockton Ports (27-44, 2-3) 11-8 Thursday night from Banner Island Ballpark. Fresno improved to 18-4 in their last 22 contests and won their seventh straight game (season-long, all on the road). The Grizzlies moved to 18-6
Just Keep Winning: Grizzlies sink Ports 12-9 in 11 innings
Stockton, CA (Wednesday, June 28) – The Fresno Grizzlies (40-30, 4-0) clawed past the Stockton Ports (27-43, 2-2) 12-9 (11) Wednesday night from Banner Island Ballpark. Fresno improved to 17-4 in their last 21 contests and won their sixth consecutive game (ties season-long, all on the road). The Grizzlies improved
A 4-run 5th backs Staine’s strong start as Grizzlies defeat Nuts 5-4 Saturday
Modesto, CA (Saturday, June 24) – The Fresno Grizzlies (38-30, 2-0) snuck past the Modesto Nuts (34-34, 0-2) 5-4 Saturday evening from John Thurman Field. Fresno improved to 15-4 in their last 19 contests and won their fourth straight road game (ties season-long), earning a series victory. The Grizzlies moved
Pacheco dazzles as Grizzlies roast Nuts 9-2
Modesto, CA (Wednesday, June 21) – The Fresno Grizzlies (35-30) thumped the Modesto Nuts (34-31) 9-2 Wednesday night from John Thurman Field. Fresno improved to 12-4 in their last 16 contests and won their first Wednesday road game of the season (1-4). The Grizzlies are 17-2 when allowing three runs
Tough Tuesday for Fresno in 7-2 setback to Modesto
Modesto, CA (Tuesday, June 20) – The Fresno Grizzlies (34-30) stumbled to the Modesto Nuts (34-30) 7-2 Tuesday evening from John Thurman Field. Fresno fell to 11-4 in their last 15 contests and 4-6 on Tuesdays. The Grizzlies and Nuts have split their first 56 matchups since joining the same
Messinger’s walk-off wallop in 11th caps off Grizzlies 9-8 comeback win over 66ers on Father’s Day
Fresno, CA (Sunday, June 18) – The Fresno Grizzlies (34-29) walked-off on the Inland Empire 66ers (30-30) 9-8 in 11 innings Sunday night from Chukchansi Park. Skyler Messinger sent the electric Father’s Day crowd home happy with a walk-off two-run homer in the bottom of the 11th. The Grizzlies enjoyed
Bugarin and Ritter carry offense in Grizzlies 4-3 loss to 66ers
Fresno, CA (Saturday, June 17) – The Fresno Grizzlies (33-29) dropped a 4-3 contest to the Inland Empire 66ers (30-29) Saturday night from Chukchansi Park. Fresno has won seven of their last nine games and 10 of their last 13 overall. The Grizzlies fell to 12-5 at home against the
Fresno Tigers claw back from early hole, roar past Inland Empire 6-4 Friday
Fresno, CA (Friday, June 16) – The Fresno Grizzlies transformed into the Fresno Tigers Friday night to honor the 1946 West Coast Negro League Baseball team that played under the same name. The Tigers (33-28) clawed past the Inland Empire 66ers (29-29) 6-4 from Chukchansi Park. Fresno has won seven
Red-hot Grizzlies handle 66ers 6-1 in first-ever meeting at Chukchansi Park
Fresno, CA (Tuesday, June 13) – In their first-ever meeting at Chukchansi Park, the Fresno Grizzlies (31-27) snarled past the Inland Empire 66ers (28-27) 6-1 Tuesday night. Fresno extended their winning streak to a season-high five games and have won eight of their last nine overall. The Grizzlies ended their
Anotha’ one (run game) goes Fresno’s way against Lake Elsinore
Fresno, CA (Sunday, June 11) – The Fresno Grizzlies (30-27) outlasted the Lake Elsinore Storm (27-27) 9-8 Sunday evening from Chukchansi Park. Fresno took five of six from Lake Elsinore, including the final four games. All five victories were one-run affairs. The Grizzlies have won seven of their last eight
Comeback complete: Ritter’s walk-off homer in 11th seals Grizzlies 14-13 victory over Storm
Fresno, CA (Friday, June 9) – In a ridiculous back-and-forth game, the Fresno Grizzlies (28-27) clawed past the Lake Elsinore Storm (27-25) 14-13 Friday night from Chukchansi Park. The longest game of the year in both innings (11) and time (3:27) saw the Grizzlies overcome four deficits as they walked
Trio of Grizzlies’ arms calm Storm 1-0 for 3rd shutout of season
Fresno, CA (Thursday, June 8) – The Fresno Grizzlies (27-27) calmed the Lake Elsinore Storm (27-24) 1-0 Thursday night from Chukchansi Park. After allowing a season-high 13 runs the evening before, the Fresno pitching staff flipped the script, tossing their third shutout win of the season. Michael Prosecky, Felix Ramires
Barbosa, Fresno bewilder San Jose 7-2 for 5th straight Sunday win
San Jose, CA (Sunday, June 4) – The Fresno Grizzlies (25-26) stymied the San Jose Giants (32-19) 7-2 Sunday evening from Excite Ballpark. Fresno won their fifth straight Sunday game and took the final two contests of the series from San Jose. The Grizzlies improved to 7-8 against the Giants