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Collins enjoyed arguably the greatest season in Red Wings history, batting .376 with a club record 40 home runs and an International League record 180 RBIs in 1930. A member of the Cardinals' legendary “Gas House Gang”, Collins hit 78 round trippers and compiled a franchise-record .348 batting average in two seasons with the Wings while also connecting for the first-ever home run at Red Wing Stadium.

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In an eight-year career, Crabtree emerged as the all-time Red Wings leader in hits (1,041), RBI (542) and games played (934). Between 1933 and 1940, he topped the .300 mark five times on his way to a .308 lifetime average. He clubbed 91 career home runs, none more famous than a ninth-inning three-run shot to propel the Wings past Newark in the 1939 Governors' Cup Finals.

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Rochester’s all-time home run king, Derry slammed 134 long balls from 1947-1952. An outfielder, Derry set a single-season club record with 49 homers in 1949 when he also drew a team record 134 walks. The Missouri native ranks third in franchise history in RBIs (413), fourth in games (683), and fifth in runs scored (410). Was a member of the 1952 Governors’ Cup championship team.

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One of the most beloved players in Red Wings history, the first baseman thrilled fans with home runs and consistent performances on the field. Over six seasons (1959-1964), he hit 66 homers, posted a .278 average, and delivered clutch moments. He returned as a coach in 1965. His #36 is one of three retired numbers in franchise history. Luke was a part of the 1964 team that won the Governors’ Cup.

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In 1971, he delivered one of the best seasons in Red Wings history, winning International League MVP and Minor League Player of the Year. He lead the league with a .336 batting average and 32 home runs, propelling the Wings to the pennant, Governors’ Cup, and Junior World Series titles. He went on to play for the Orioles and Angels and was a six-time All-Star, winning four Gold Gloves, and a Silver Slugger Award.

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Morrie Silver, known as "the man who saved organized baseball for Rochester," became the first President of Rochester Community Baseball in 1957. He organized the stock drive that allowed Rochester to purchase the Red Wings and their stadium from the Cardinals. In 1968, the city renamed the ballpark Silver Stadium in his honor. His retired #8222 represents the number of shareholders who originally invested in the stock drive to save the team.

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As player-manager in the late 1920s and early 1930s, the Wings won the IL four straight years (1928-1931) under Southworth’s leadership while also taking the Little World Series in 1930 and 1931. Southworth later returned to manage the Wings again, winning another Governors’ Cup in 1939, before leading the Cardinals to World Series titles in 1942 and 1944. Was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2008.

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Toporcer spent seven seasons with Rochester from 1928-1934 including three years as a player-manager. “Specs” is the franchise’s all-time leader in stolen bases (113) and runs scored (628) while ranking second in games (880) and hits (950). He won the IL Most Valuable Player Award in 1929 and 1930 while also playing second base for a Wings infield in 1929 that set a professional record turning 225 double plays.

In two full seasons as a Red Wing outfielder, Don awed Rochester fans with speed and power. Baylor won Minor League Player of the Year honors in 1970 batting .327 with 22 home runs, 107 RBI, and 26 stolen bases. He hit .313 with 20 home runs and a team-leading 95 RBIs in 1971 while helping his good friend Bobby Grich and the Wings win a Junior World Series title. Played 19 MLB seasons winning the 1979 AL MVP.

A major league talent who stayed home, Beahon enjoyed a storied career as a Rochester sportswriter and sportscaster. Covering the Red Wings across five decades, he served 10 years as a beat writer and 12 years as a popular columnist for the Democrat and Chronicle. His "In This Corner" column and "That's as far as I go" TV sign-off remain legendary in Rochester sports lore.

While playing third base for the Red Wings from 1964-1968, Steve became a staple of consistency. Appearing in 679 games, fifth on the all-time list, he ranks sixth in RBI (367), hits (731), and tenth in runs scored (325). During his five-year tenure with the Red Wings, he was a two-time club leader in batting average (.299 in 1965 and .313 in 1966) and RBI (88 in 1965, 63 in 1968).

Rochester’s all-time wins leader, “Preacher” Jack compiled an impressive 80-59 (.576) record over his career. A mainstay on the Red Wings' pitching staff in the 1950s, he led the team in wins three times: 1952 (15), 1954 (18), and 1955 (13). His finest season came in 1954 when he posted an 18-9 record with a 3.20 ERA. He anchored the staff on three Governors’ Cup Championship teams during his time in Rochester.

Poholsky spent two outstanding seasons in Rochester (1949-50), compiling a 32-16 (.667) record. On August 13, 1950, he etched his name into baseball history with a 22-inning complete game beating Jersey City, including 20 straight scoreless innings, leading the Wings to a 3-2 win. That season, he was named International League MVP, posting an 18-6 record, and a 2.17 ERA, while guiding the team to first place.

This sweet-swinging lefty played third base for the Red Wings from 1949 to 1954 and remains the only player in franchise history to win back-to-back batting titles, hitting .333 in 1950 and .351 in 1951. He ranks third in hits (857), fourth in runs scored (480), fifth in RBIs (374), and fifth in batting average (.327). Richmond was a member of the 1952 Governors’ Cup Championship team.

Red, a Rochester fan favorite at second base, earned International League MVP honors in 1943, hitting .337 with 20 steals. Called to serve in World War II during the 1944 season, he later managed the Cardinals to two NL pennants (1967, 1968) and a World Series title in 1967. His 48-year career, spent entirely in the Cardinals organization, culminated in 1989 with his Hall of Fame induction.

Before managing three teams in the Major Leagues, Walker guided the Red Wings to a 284-213 record in the early to mid-1950s. His 1952 team won the Governors’ Cup and Junior World Series with Walker also leading the team in hitting with a .365 batting average. Walker’s 1953 squad set a club record with a 19-game winning streak on their way to the International League pennant.

In six Red Wings seasons (1966-71), Beene posted a 46-20 record, holding the best winning percentage (.697) in club history. In 1969, he went 15-7 with a 2.98 ERA before joining the Orioles. He finished 7-1 for the 1971 Governors’ Cup champs. After moving to the Yankees in 1972, he had a stellar 6-0 record with a 1.68 ERA in 1973. His big-league career concluded in Cleveland in 1975.

Pepper, one of Rochester's greatest hitters, batted .316 with 419 RBIs in five seasons (1929-33). He ranks sixth in average (.320), second in RBIs (419), fourth in hits (742), and seventh in runs (345) among Red Wings leaders. In 1931, he hit .356 with 121 RBIs to win the IL batting crown. A member of the "Gashouse Gang," he later hit .298 with 101 RBIs for the 1934 World Series-winning Cardinals.

Ryba helped Billy Southworth’s 1939 team win Rochester’s first Governors’ Cup title. He followed that with a historic 1940 season setting a Red Wings’ record for single-season wins going 24-8 while also winning IL MVP honors. The former pitcher and catcher posted a 2.82 ERA over his two seasons with the Red Wings while compiling a 42-20 record. Ryba later enjoyed a 10-year MLB career, going 52-34 for the Cardinals and Red Sox.

A Rochester native and Benjamin Franklin High School graduate, Sierens dedicated over half a century to baseball as the Red Wings' groundskeeper, starting in 1940. His exceptional career spanned the Cardinals and Orioles affiliations. In addition to his years of service with the ballclub, Dick was a proud veteran of World War II and the Korean War.

One of the top run producers in Red Wings history, Burgess ranks second in team history in home runs (93) and fourth in RBIs (383). The Canadian also ranks in the Top 10 in Wings history in hits (658), runs (370) and games (679). The best of his six seasons as a Red Wing came in 1953 when he batted .346 with 22 home runs, helping lead the Wings to 97 wins and the International League pennant.

Freed’s 1970 season ranks as one of the best during the Orioles’ era of Red Wings baseball. The outfielder led Rochester with a .334 batting average and 24 home runs while leading the International League with 130 RBIs. Freed earned Topps Minor League Player of the Year recognition while sharing the IL Most Valuable Player Award for this remarkable campaign. He would go on to play for five different MLB teams.

This Tennessee native was virtually unbeatable for two full seasons in the International League going 12-3 between Springfield and Rochester in 1953 before a dominant 1954. Jacobs became the first Red Wing to win the International League Most Valuable Pitcher Award going 13-1 with a 2.91 ERA while pitching exclusively out of the bullpen for Harry Walker’s 1954 playoff-bound team.

A pioneer of the Red Wings’ Cardinals and Orioles eras, Sisler became the team’s General Manager in 1955. His leadership began with consecutive Governors’ Cup titles in 1955 and 1956. Sisler and Morrie Silver then guided the transition of control to Rochester Community Baseball, Inc. He remained GM through the affiliation change to the Orioles, eventually becoming IL President from 1966-1976.

For over 50 years, Jay "Red" Stalker was the heart of the Knot Hole Gang, dedicating his energy to giving kids the joy of baseball at an unbeatable price. A fixture at Silver Stadium, he rarely missed a game and greeted members at the Knot Hole Gate with his bullhorn and boundless enthusiasm. His greatest reward was the countless smiles he brought to the faces of young fans at the ballpark.

Whelan earned his place in the Red Wings Hall of Fame for his longstanding service as a trainer and the lasting impact he made on the organization. Whelan also served as a trainer for the NBA Rochester Royals in the 1950s. He won a World Series with the Pittsburgh Pirates in 1960 and went on to work for the NBA New York Knicks from 1967-1978 where he was credited with dubbing Walt Frazier “Cylde”.

Tom Decker served as the voice of the Red Wings from 1954-61, calling two Governors’ Cup titles in 1955 and 1956. He brought to life the heroics of legends like Bob Gibson, Luke Easter, and Boog Powell, broadcasting live at home and recreating road games from a ticker. After eight seasons with the Wings, Decker spent 15 years in local TV, cementing his legacy as a Rochester broadcasting icon.

The Marshall High School grad ended his professional career pitching for his hometown Red Wings in 1959 and 1960. His 18 wins in 1959 led the International League with a win total unmatched by a Red Wings pitcher since. Originally a Yankees farmhand, Keegan didn’t reach the big leagues until he was 32 years old with the White Sox in 1953. The right-hander pitched in the 1954 MLB All-Star Game.

An Orioles franchise legend who married a Rochester native, Powell punished International League pitching as a 19-year-old Red Wings first baseman in 1961. He batted .321 with an IL-leading 32 home runs while also driving in 92 runs that season. The gregarious slugger hit 339 home runs in a 17-year MLB career while being selected to four All-Star Games and winning the American League MVP in 1970.

Ellis "Cot" Deal was a dynamic presence on the mound, at the plate, and in the dugout. A three-time Governors’ Cup champion and an IL pennant winner, Deal played seven seasons with the Red Wings (1952-53, 1955-59), winning 61 games with three seasons of 14 or more victories. Versatile as a pitcher, outfielder, and even catcher, Deal also managed the club from 1957-59 as his playing days ended.

As the Red Wings' General Manager from 1949-54, Devine led the club to six playoff berths, two IL pennants, a Governors' Cup title, and record-breaking attendance in 1949 with 443,536 fans. Promoted to the Cardinals' front office in 1954, he played a key role in the Red Wings' transition to community ownership, ensuring the future of pro baseball in Rochester alongside Morrie Silver.

One of Rochester’s most feared sluggers, Fuller smashed 91 home runs in five seasons (1972-76) with the Red Wings. He earned IL MVP honors in 1973 with a league-best 39 homers and 108 RBIs, helping the Wings win the 1974 Governors’ Cup. Fuller led Rochester in home runs again in 1975 and 1976, as the team averaged 83 wins and made the playoffs every year of his tenure.

The broadcast Voice of the Red Wings from 1962 through 1974, Cullinane called the action for some of the greatest teams and players in Rochester history. He vividly described the exploits of three Governors’ Cup championship teams and one Junior World Series winner with his down-home charm and passion for the game. At the end of his tenure, he had broadcast more Red Wings games than anyone else up to that point.

Between 1977 and 1995, Pat Santillo was a constant at Silver Stadium, embodying the Red Wings' commitment to Rochester fans. In 18 years as executive secretary, she was part of Governors’ Cup titles in 1988 and 1990. Beloved by players, staff, and fans, the East Rochester native’s personal touch and passion for the team endeared her to Red Wings staff and fans.

Before leading the Orioles to a World Series title and four AL pennants, Earl Weaver won 163 games in two seasons managing the Red Wings. His 1966 team posted the IL’s best record, led by MVP Mike Epstein, while his 1967 squad, featuring Pitcher of the Year Dave Leonhard and Rookie of the Year Curt Motton, finished second. Weaver was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1996.

As Red Wings President during the transition from Silver Stadium to Frontier Field, Mr. Curwin played a pivotal role in shaping the team’s future. He also served on the Greater Rochester Outdoor Sports Facility Board, overseeing community use of the new stadium. Under his leadership, the Wings set attendance and revenue records and won the 1997 International League Championship.

A member of the Red Wings Board of Directors from 1975-1990 and Chairperson from 1981-1990, Mrs. Silver demonstrated unmatched dedication to keeping the Red Wings a treasured asset for Rochester. She championed affordability for families, ensured a professional and wholesome atmosphere, and worked tirelessly to make the Red Wings a positive and lasting influence on the entire community.

This outfielder played in the Major Leagues for parts of seven seasons before playing in Rochester from 1953-1957 and becoming one of the International League’s most feared sluggers of that time. Clark hit .306 with 75 home runs and 340 RBIs with the Red Wings. He ranks in the top 10 in many categories in Wings history including seventh in RBIs (340), ninth in home runs (75) as well as games played (579), and tenth in hits (597).

Frank Horton, the first Vice President of Rochester Community Baseball, partnered with Morrie Silver to organize the stock drive that saved the Red Wings. Succeeding Silver as team President (1957-62), he secured the Orioles as the parent club in 1961. Though he left when he was elected to Congress in 1962, Horton remained a loyal supporter, chairing the site selection committee for Rochester’s new stadium.

This stellar left-handed reliever shined in three seasons with the Red Wings, posting a 6-3 record in 1970 before going 9-1 with nine saves as the closer on the great 1971 team when he won Game One of the Junior World Series while pitching in four games to secure the title. His best season came in 1974 when Scott went 8-2 with a league-best 17 saves and a 0.99 ERA.

Al Weber covered nearly 5,000 Red Wings games over 40 years as the Rochester Times-Union’s baseball beat writer and served as the team’s official scorer at Silver Stadium for three decades. He also served as President of the Rochester Press-Radio Club. A frequent contributor to national baseball publications, Weber’s work was once honored with a display at the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown.

Boddicker spent parts of six seasons in Rochester from 1978-1983, earning the Opening Day nod in three straight years (1981-1983). Posting a 40-31 record for the Red Wings, including a stellar 12-9 season with a 2.18 ERA in 1980. In the Majors, he went 131-111 over 13 seasons. One highlight was a three-hit, complete game for the Joe Altobelli-managed Orioles in their 1983 World Series win.

Puccinelli starred in three seasons for the Red Wings (1931-1933). This hard-hitting outfielder hit .295 with 16 home runs in 1931, leading the Wings to the IL Pennant and Junior World Series. In 1932, he set a Red Wings franchise record that year with a .392 batting average while swatting 28 home runs and driving in 115. He also set a Wings record that year with a 31-game hitting streak.

Posting a 19-4 record, this right-hander dominated in his two seasons (1989-1990) in Rochester. His 1.95 career ERA is the lowest in Red Wings history among pitchers with at least 150 innings. In 1990, he went 10-0 before finishing 11-1, anchoring the pitching staff. Weston won two crucial games in the Championship Series, including Game Five, to secure the Wings’ ninth Governors’ Cup title.

This fan favorite ranks with Marty Marion as one the flashiest defensive shortstops in the history of the Red Wings. Known not only for his tremendous range but also his rapport with the fans during his six-year stint with the Red Wings (1979-1984). Named the International League's All-Star shortstop and Rookie of the Year in 1980 after handling more than 700 chances at shortstop.

A proud Temple alumnus, Bill Koenig spent 17 years with the Times-Union, most as the Red Wings’ main beat writer. Known as one of Rochester’s finest baseball writers, he earned Sportswriter of the Year honors from the Rochester Press-Radio Club in 1983. Later, as Senior Writer for Baseball Weekly, Koenig’s dedication to the game endured until his untimely passing in December 1999.

Arguably the best third baseman of the Cardinals era, Kurowski shined with his clutch hitting and stellar defense in three seasons (1939-41) with the Red Wings. A near-unanimous pick for the Red Wings 50th Anniversary Team, he became a four-time All-Star with St. Louis, highlighted by a pivotal home run in the 1942 World Series that helped the Cardinals defeat the Yankees.

Oates accomplished the rare feat of winning a Governors' Cup both as a player (1971) and manager (1988). He caught briefly for the Red Wings in 1970 before hitting .277, with seven home runs and 44 RBI in 114 games during 1971. He led the Red Wings to their eighth Governors' Cup, 17 years later in his only season as manager. He later managed the Baltimore Orioles and Texas Rangers

Named “the best baseball city in the minor leagues” by Baseball America in 1998, Rochester earned the honor for its rich tradition of unmatched fan support. Nearly 20 million fans have cheered on the Red Wings since 1928, building on a legacy that began in 1877. From 500 Norton Street to One Morrie Silver Way, Rochester’s loyal fans are the beating heart of this baseball city.

The right-hander’s 1971 season made him the ace of one of the greatest Red Wings teams ever. Harrison led the International League in wins and strikeouts while going 15-5 with a 2.81 ERA and 182 strikeouts while earning the IL Most Valuable Pitcher Award, and led the Wings to Governors’ Cup and Junior World Series titles. He set a franchise record with 18 Ks in a game and was a .273 career hitter.

Ranking second in club history with 70 wins, this six-foot-two right-hander was the ace of the Red Wings in the 1930s. Kleinke won 19 games in 1934 and had two more seasons with 13 or more victories. In 1937, he led the IL in strikeouts (150) and set a franchise record with 11 straight wins. A native of Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, Kleinke’s legacy endures despite his untimely passing at 38 in 1950.

This scrappy, popular outfielder was a key leadoff hitter for the Red Wings in the early 1970s, batting .303 over parts of five seasons (1970, '73, '74, '76, '77). Shopay’s finest year came in 1974, when he hit .313 with 10 homers and 36 RBIs, leading the Red Wings to a Governors’ Cup title. He also played over 250 MLB games in seven seasons with the Yankees and Orioles.

The original Voice of the Red Wings, Gunnar Wiig, pioneered play-by-play broadcasting, re-creating road games via telegraph. Fans heard the Wings’ 1928 pennant-clinching wins, an accomplishment honored at the National Baseball Hall of Fame. A graduate of Mechanics Institute (now RIT), Wiig became WHEC Radio and WROC-TV’s GM and even called two 1933 World Series games by popular demand.

Before winning 141 MLB games with the Orioles, this left-hander starred for the Red Wings in 1975-1976. He led the IL in winning percentage as a rookie going 13-4 with a 2.50 ERA to lead the Wings to the playoffs. In 1976, he went 6-1 with a 2.12 ERA. His 2.39 ERA ranks second all-time among Wings pitchers with at least 150 innings. Flanagan was named to the Wings All-Century Team in 2000.

This infielder became a fan favorite on and off the field during his brief time with the Red Wings. Joining in May 1994, he delivered an MVP season, leading the IL in homers (31) and RBIs (100) while hitting .297. Known for his dedication, he braved a blizzard to support Frontier Field’s construction at StadiumStock in 1995. In 1997, he earned a standing ovation at Frontier Field after homering as a visitor.

Before his legendary MLB career, this icon starred at third base for the Red Wings in 1981. Playing 114 consecutive games before his promotion to Baltimore, "Junior" hit .288 with 23 homers, 31 doubles, and 75 RBIs, earning IL Rookie of the Year. Named to the Red Wings All-Century Team in 2000, he became baseball’s "Iron Man" with 2,632 consecutive games redefining the shortstop position on his way to Cooperstown.

This massive first baseman thrilled Red Wings fans with tape-measure home runs over six seasons (1948-52, 1963). His best year came in 1949, hitting .310 with 34 homers and 125 RBIs. He contributed to the 1952 Governors’ Cup win with 12 homers, 55 RBIs, and a .322 average. His 77 homers ranks ninth in Red Wings franchise history, he also spent parts of 10 MLB seasons with three teams.

Though he played just one season in Rochester, this powerful first baseman made 1966 unforgettable. He hit .309 with 29 homers and 102 RBIs, leading the Wings to the pennant and earning IL MVP, Rookie of the Year, and The Sporting News Minor League Player of the Year honors. Beloved on and off the field, he spent parts of nine MLB seasons with Baltimore, Washington, Oakland, and California.

Inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1981, "The Big Cat" ranks among the greatest Wings of the Cardinals era. In three seasons (1933-35), his best came in 1934, hitting .339 with 17 homers and 66 RBIs to lead Rochester to the playoffs. Over 15 MLB seasons, interrupted by WWII, he hit .312 with 359 homers for the Cardinals, Giants, and Yankees and was a 10-time All-Star.

This left-handed pitcher posted a 44-20 record over five seasons (1963, 65-66, 69-70) with a .688 winning percentage, fourth-best in team history. He tied the Wings’ career strikeout record (501) and led the league with 188 strikeouts in 1965. In 1966, he went 9-2 with a 2.33 ERA, guiding the Wings to a division title. He later pitched in the majors for Baltimore, Washington, and St. Louis.

The greatest catcher of the Cardinals era, Florence played seven seasons (1929-35) for the Red Wings, ranking seventh in team history with 648 games. He hit .298 with seven home runs and 54 RBIs in 1930, leading the "Wonder Boys" to a Junior World Series title. In 1931, he added 10 homers and 67 RBIs for another championship. Florence also played 76 MLB games for the Giants in 1926.

The first Nicaraguan pitcher to reach the big leagues, he excelled in parts of three seasons with the Red Wings, posting a 16-9 record. In 1976, "El Presidente" captured the IL Triple Crown with 14 wins, a 2.50 ERA, and 140 strikeouts. Named the IL's Most Valuable Pitcher, he anchored an 88-50 staff that won the pennant. Martinez later earned 245 MLB wins in a Hall of Fame-worthy career.

A Frontier Field fan favorite, this scrappy infielder won the hearts of fans with his hustle and friendly demeanor. Playing three seasons (1997-99), he was a 1998 Triple-A All-Star and the sparkplug of the 1997 Governors’ Cup champions. His diving 9th-inning play, "The Catch," sealed the title and became part of franchise lore. A versatile infielder, he later played in MLB for the Orioles and Phillies.

Motton played parts of four seasons (1966, '67, '73, '74) with the Red Wings, excelling in 1967 as IL Rookie of the Year with a .323 average, 19 homers, and a league-best 70 RBIs. This popular outfielder was an offensive catalyst for Earl Weaver's squad, he later played eight MLB seasons. As a coach, he helped the Wings win the 1988 Governors’ Cup and delighted fans by tossing candy into the stands.

This outfielder had a stellar 1954 season in Rochester, leading Harry Walker's Red Wings to an 86-68 record and winning the IL batting title with a .333 average, 22 homers, 98 RBIs, and 12 steals. He enjoyed a 12-year MLB career, helping the Pirates win the 1960 World Series. Virdon later managed the Pirates, Astros, Yankees, and Expos, earning success both on the field and in the dugout.

Posting a 237-197 record, this manager led the Red Wings for three seasons (1989-91),. His best season came in 1990, guiding the Wings to an 89-56 record, a Governors’ Cup title, and earned him IL Manager of the Year honors. That team, featuring All-Stars Chris Hoiles, Leo Gomez, and David Segui, posted the Wings' best winning percentage since 1953. He joined the Orioles' coaching staff in 1992.

This pitcher posted a 47-36 record over six seasons (1970-74, 1976), ranking ninth in team history in wins and sixth in strikeouts (419). In 1974, he led the IL with 15 wins, going 15-7 with a 2.83 ERA. A key contributor to championship teams, he helped the Red Wings win the Governors’ Cup and Junior World Series in 1971, the Governors’ Cup in 1974, and the IL pennant in 1976.

Pitching in six seasons (1993-97, 2000) with the Red Wings, this left-hander ranks fourth all-time in strikeouts (480), and 10th all-time in winning percentage with a 46-27 (.630) record. In 1997, he went 14-2 with a 3.39 ERA, leading the IL in complete games (6) and shutouts (3) as the ace of the Governors’ Cup champions. A Triple-A All-Star (‘94 & ‘97), he also won an Olympic gold medal in 2000.

A devoted fan turned leader, Larder joined the Rochester Community Baseball Board as Treasurer in 1982 and became President in 2000. The longest-serving officer in board history, he championed integrity and sound business practices. He played key roles in the 1997 move to Frontier Field and the 2003 Twins affiliation. Under his leadership, the Red Wings earned the John H. Johnson and PRISM Awards.

A slick-fielding second baseman, Ortiz played five seasons (1950-54) with the Red Wings, ranking third all-time with 689 games. A key player on the 1950 and 1953 IL pennant-winning teams, he hit .263 with 9 HR and 73 RBIs in 1952 as the Wings captured the Governors’ Cup and Junior World Series. Manager Harry Walker honored him as team captain in 1953 and 1954, recognizing his leadership.

President, CEO, and COO of Rochester Community Baseball, Naomi Silver, daughter of Morrie Silver, began as an intern in the '90s, mastering all facets of the organization. She spearheaded the move to Frontier Field and the Twins' affiliation. Honored with numerous awards, including Rawlings Woman Executive of the Year, Naomi has driven the Red Wings' success while giving back to Rochester.

Nicknamed "Bumblebee" for his blazing speed, this outfielder starred in Rochester in 1972-73, hitting .345 to win the 1972 IL batting title while leading the league with 15 triples. He earned IL Rookie of the Year, a Silver Glove, and All-Star honors while adding 6 HR and 47 RBIs. A 14-year MLB veteran with the Orioles and Padres, he posted a .281 career average and 254 stolen bases.

A key figure in Rochester baseball history, he was the first President of the Red Wings franchise, serving from 1928 to 1936. He helped lead the Wings to four straight IL pennants (1928-31). He chose the name "Red Wings" in 1928 and oversaw the opening of Red Wing Stadium in 1929. Later, he served as President of the National League and was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1979.

A Brighton native, this legendary sportswriter began his career in 1970 with the Democrat and Chronicle, covering the 1971 Junior World Series champion Red Wings. A columnist since 1977 and WHAM radio host since 1987, he tirelessly supported the Wings. Honored for sportswriting and broadcasting, he was instrumental in the creation of Frontier Field, ensuring baseball's future in Rochester.

This right-hander pitched in seven seasons (1928-30, 1934-35, 1940-41) with the Red Wings, contributing to four pennants, including three under Billy Southworth. A starter and reliever, his 63 wins rank third in team history. In 1930, he led the IL with a 2.49 ERA and posted an ERA under 3.50 in four seasons. Berly’s excellence earned him induction into the IL Hall of Fame in 1955.

A key player on the 1988 Governors’ Cup championship team, Finley won the IL Rookie of the Year Award while leading the league in batting that season with a .314 batting average to go along with 54 RBIs, and 20 steals. After Rochester, he enjoyed a 19-year MLB career, winning five Gold Gloves, appearing in two All-Star Games, and becoming the sixth player in history with 300 HRs and 300 steals.

President of the Red Wings from 1944 to 1954, the founder of the Fairchild Corporation, was known for his kindness, generosity, and loyalty to Rochester. A beloved leader, he helped make Rochester’s Knot Hole Gang the best in the country. Deeply involved in civic groups like the Chamber of Commerce and the Red Cross, he dedicated his life to repaying what he called his debt to Rochester.

Widely regarded as the best catcher of the Orioles Era, Hoiles played parts of two standout seasons (1989-90) with the Red Wings. A key leader in Greg Biagini’s 1990 Governors’ Cup champions, he hit .348 with 18 HR and 56 RBIs. Hoiles then enjoyed a stellar 10-year MLB career with Baltimore, batting .262 with 151 HR and 449 RBIs, earning a place in the Orioles Hall of Fame.

This right-hander posted a stellar 32-14 record over three seasons (1973-75) with the Red Wings. His .696 winning percentage ranks second in team history. Mitchell’s best season came in 1975, going 10-1 with a 2.06 ERA, leading the Wings to the playoffs. In 1974, he went 14-6 with a 2.89 ERA, helping capture the Governors’ Cup. Mitchell pitched in MLB with Baltimore, Oakland, Seattle, and Milwaukee.

“Marvelous Marv”, managed the Red Wings for five seasons (1995-98, 2000), earning 363 wins, second-most in team history. This Kentucky native led the Red Wings to three playoff appearances, including the 1997 Governors’ Cup win in Frontier Field's inaugural season. Named IL Manager of the Year, Foley also became the only manager to win Triple-A titles in the IL, PCL, and American Association.

Green played three seasons in Rochester (1956, '57, '59), earning IL All-Star honors in 1957 and 1959. This power-hitting catcher and outfielder consistently delivered at the plate, hitting .300 with 23 HR and 96 RBIs in 1956, .299 with 20 HR and 87 RBIs in 1957, and .305 with 19 HR and 71 RBIs in 1959. Green played seven MLB seasons, batting .267 with 46 HR and 160 RBIs in 408 games.

Leonhard pitched four seasons for the Red Wings (1966-67, '71, '73), posting a 34-15 record and 3.41 ERA. The right-hander helped win the 1966 IL pennant, the 1971 Governors’ Cup and Junior World Series. In 1967, he led the IL with 15 wins and a .833 winning percentage. His career .694 winning percentage ranks 3rd in team history. Leonhard pitched in six MLB seasons, going 16-4 with a 3.15 ERA.

This outstanding first baseman played 1,630 Major League games before joining the Rochester Tribe in 1921. Merkle hit over .340 in each of his first four IL seasons, leading the league in RBI in 1922 (130) and 1923 (166). He ranks 3rd in games played (699), average (.343), and hits (915), and 2nd in runs (585) and RBI (471). He was inducted into the IL Hall of Fame in 1953.

This manager revived Rochester baseball in 1909, leading the team to three consecutive pennants (1909-11) with 90 or more wins each season. From 1909-14, he won 549 games. Though he didn’t win another pennant, he managed three more successful seasons. A seven-year MLB career highlight was hitting the first home run in Yankees history in 1903. He also managed the Reds in 1908.

A key player in two Governors' Cup championships and five playoff appearances, Hutto was a super-utility man for the 1971 title team, hitting .285 with 15 HR and 73 RBI across the outfield, infield, and behind the plate. After a stint with the Angels, he returned to Baltimore in exchange for Dave Leonhard. Hutto led the 1974 team with 15 HR and helped the Wings to playoff berths in 1975-76.

This right-hander made two starts for the 1990 Governors’ Cup-winning Wings, then dominated the IL in 1991 with a 10-4 record and 2.87 ERA, earning IL Most Valuable Pitcher honors. He went on to a 270-win MLB career, the most by a former Red Wing. A five-time All-Star, and seven-time Gold Glove winner, Mussina pitched in two World Series with the Yankees before being inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2019.

The Rome, N.Y. native and 1977 Syracuse graduate spent 25 years as a sports columnist for the Democrat and Chronicle. Known for his focus on the human side of sports, he won over 100 journalism awards and was named one of America’s top 10 columnists three times. He co-wrote Silver Seasons and supported Challenger Baseball and the Rochester Baseball Historical Society for years.

This right-handed pitcher for Rochester in 1886 and from 1888-1890 compiled a 97-58 record over four seasons. In 1889, his 30 victories led the International League, and he posted a career-high 35 wins in 1888. Barr anchored the pitching staff for Rochester’s lone Major League season in 1890, pacing the team with 493 innings pitched and 28 wins, solidifying his place in team history.

Martin enjoyed a fantastic 1930 season for the Red Wings, hitting .363 with 71 extra-base hits, including 20 home runs, which propelled him to a 13-year MLB career with the St. Louis Cardinals. A four-time All-Star outfielder, Martin was a career .298 hitter with 59 HR and 501 RBI over 1,189 Major League games. He returned to Rochester in 1943, playing 49 games for the Wings.

This sweet-swinging outfielder was a .314 hitter over 387 games with the Red Wings from 1973-76, leading the team in batting in 1973 (.354) and 1975 (.313). Stillman was a key player on four playoff teams, including Joe Altobelli’s 1974 Governors’ Cup champions, hitting .292 with 7 HR and 49 RBI. He played parts of three MLB seasons with the Orioles and White Sox, finishing with 27 HR and 209 RBI.

One of the few players to play for the Red Wings in both the Twins and Orioles eras, this popular utility player performed at six different positions over five seasons (1998-2000, 2002, 2008). In 2002, he was named team captain, leading the team with a .309 average, while earning Team MVP and Most Popular Player honors. Clark played 134 MLB games with the Orioles, Blue Jays, and Twins.

When he became manager of the Rochester Tribe in 1921, he inherited a team that had won only 45 games the previous year. He led the Tribe to over 100 wins in 1921, 1922, and 1923, finishing second to the Baltimore Orioles. Managing part of 1927, he worked with players like Fred Merkle and Rabbit Maranville. "Gentleman George" won 879 MLB games and led the 1914 Boston Braves to a World Series title.

The first Dominican to play in the Major Leagues and for the Red Wings, this utility player hit .268 with 12 HR and 58 RBI in 1962, and .307 with 11 HR and 75 RBI in 1963. Traded to Toronto for Steve Demeter, he debuted with the Giants in 1956 and broke barriers as the first non-white player for the Tigers in 1958. He played 324 MLB games and later coached for multiple teams.

This slick-fielding shortstop played parts of three seasons for the Red Wings (2004-06), earning promotions to the Twins each year. He hit .331 in 2004, .332 in 2005, and .306 in 2006 when he helped the Wings reach the Governors’ Cup Finals. His .323 career average, ranking 6th in team history, highlighted a stellar Red Wings tenure before a 10-year MLB career with the Twins, Rays, and Padres.

Although he played just one season in Rochester, this powerful outfielder made it unforgettable. In 1968, Rettenmund led the Wings to a third-place finish, hitting a league-best .331 with 22 homers and 59 RBI. He earned International League MVP, Rookie of the Year, and The Sporting News Minor League Player of the Year. Rettenmund went on to a 13-year MLB career with the Orioles, Reds, Padres, and Angels.

This middle-infielder spent parts of two seasons with the Wings (‘70 & ‘71). In 1971, he batted .260 in 66 games while helping Rochester win the Governors’ Cup and Junior World Series. Shelton drew on his time in Rochester while writing and directing his classic 1988 film Bull Durham, which earned him an Oscar nomination for Best Screenplay. He also created films such as White Men Can’t Jump, Tin Cup, and Cobb.

A Buffalo native, this third baseman played five seasons (1928-30, 1932-33) for the Red Wings, helping them win three straight pennants from 1928-30. He hit .304 in that span with 585 hits, 406 runs, and 53 stolen bases. Brown ranks third in career runs (483) and 5th in hits (739) for Rochester. The leadoff hitter for the legendary 1930 team, he was inducted into the IL Hall of Fame in 1962.

Jones played for the Red Wings from 2005-08, ranking first in Twins-era games (518), hits (503), HR (81), RBI (326), doubles (119), and total bases (887). The left-handed slugger led Rochester to the 2006 Governors’ Cup Finals, hitting .406 with three HR and 10 RBI in nine playoff games. In his final game as a Red Wing, he hit a walk-off home run to beat Buffalo. He played 911 MLB games with four different teams.

This infielder played one unforgettable season in Rochester (1976), earning IL MVP and Rookie of the Year honors. He hit .336 with 26 doubles, 11 HR, 78 RBI, and 84 runs, leading the league with 176 hits. Dauer won the batting title on the season's last day and went on to a 10-year MLB career, including a 1983 World Series title with the Orioles and coaching roles with five MLB teams.

A Webster Schroeder and St. John Fisher graduate, Mandelaro spent 24 years (1991-2014) covering the Red Wings for the Democrat and Chronicle. He won three NYS Associated Press awards, two Rochester Press-Radio Club Sportswriter of the Year honors, and was inducted into the Frontier Field Walk of Fame in 2007. He co-authored the definitive Red Wings history book, Silver Seasons.

One of the first marquee players of the Twins Era, this first baseman hit 38 homers in two seasons with Rochester, batting .288 with 34 doubles and 105 RBI in 143 games. A Triple-A All-Star in 2004, Morneau played 14 MLB seasons, earning four All-Star nods, the 2006 AL MVP, and the 2008 Home Run Derby title. He was inducted into the Twins Hall of Fame in 2021, and the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame in 2022.

His dedicated service to the Red Wings spanned 60 seasons, starting in 1963 as Director of Security under Morrie Silver. Known for his blue blazer and kind demeanor, he ensured safety at Silver Stadium and Frontier Field. A 20-year RPD veteran, he was a trusted liaison with umpires. Honored with Blaise DiNardo Day in 2013 and the Spirit of the IL Award in 2017, his legacy endures.

The longest-reigning sports organist in history, this Syracuse native transformed ballpark music as the Red Wings organist, starting in 1977 at Silver Stadium and continuing at Innovative Field since 1997. Costello has played 47 seasons, blending nightclub ambiance with baseball energy. Honored with the 2011 Spirit of the IL Award, he entered the Rochester Music Hall of Fame in 2023.

After seven years in the Independent Leagues, Colabello signed with the Twins in 2012 and made his mark with the Red Wings in 2013. In just 89 games, he hit .352 with 24 HR and 76 RBI, earning IL MVP and Rookie of the Year honors while helping power Rochester to the playoffs. After making his MLB debut in 2013, Colabello returned to the Wings briefly in 2014, adding 10 more HRs to his Rochester resume.

This right-hander pitched for Rochester from 1973-75, starring in the 1974 Governors’ Cup title run with a 12-8 record, 2.70 ERA, nine complete games, and a team-high 138 strikeouts. In 1974 he won 3 playoff games, including Game 7 of the Governors’ Cup. Converted to a reliever in 1975, he posted a 2.20 ERA before his MLB debut. Miller pitched seven MLB seasons and coached 28 years, including 19 with the Cardinals.

Valentine played parts of four seasons with the Red Wings in the 1960s, starring on the 1961 team that reached the Governors’ Cup semis. This outfielder hit .267 with 17 HR and 64 RBI that year, setting up “Finigan’s Rainbow” with a clutch 9th-inning single. Promoted to Baltimore in 1963, he returned in 1969, hitting .287 with 18 HR and 70 RBI. He played five MLB seasons with the Orioles and Senators.