Rochester Red Wings News: August 18 - August 24, 2024

Rochester Red Wings Weekly Recap: A Mixed Bag of Results

A Thrilling Win and a Tough Loss

The Rochester Red Wings, the AAA affiliate of the Washington Nationals, have had a mixed bag of results over the past week. The team has shown glimpses of brilliance, but also faced some tough losses. Here’s a breakdown of their recent performances:

The Red Wings started the week on a high note with a thrilling 4-3 walk-off win over the Lehigh Valley IronPigs. This victory was capped off by their eighth walk-off win of the season, showcasing the team's resilience and ability to come from behind. However, this momentum was short-lived as they fell to the IronPigs in the next game, 11-4, after Lehigh Valley rallied to score six runs in the eighth inning.

Splitting the Twin Bill

In a doubleheader against the Buffalo Bisons, the Red Wings split the games, winning the first 10-5 and losing the second 5-3. This performance highlighted the team's inconsistency, as they have now won six of their last seven games against their Thruway rivals.

Pitching Duel Losses

The Red Wings faced two low-scoring pitcher’s duels against the Omaha Storm Chasers, losing both games. The first game ended 2-0, despite strong innings from RHP Brad Lord and LHP Tim Cate. The second game saw the Red Wings fall 9-1, with their bats failing to make an impact.

Series Finale Loss

In the series finale against the Syracuse Mets, the Red Wings lost 4-3 in a back-and-forth contest. Despite an early lead provided by CF Dylan Crews’ fourth Triple-A home run, the team couldn’t hold on to secure the win.

Player Performances

Dylan Crews has been making a big impression since his AAA debut. He's hitting .281 with two home runs in 11 games and has played good defense in the outfield.

James Wood was named the International League's MVP of the first half and has since been called up to the big leagues.

Cade Cavalli had a disappointing outing against Lehigh Valley, allowing five earned runs in just 0.2 innings, increasing his ERA to 7.62.

Luis Garcia had a rough game against Lehigh Valley, going 0-3 and committing his fifth error of the season, highlighting concerns about his fielding.

The Rochester Red Wings continue to show potential, but their inconsistency remains a challenge. As the season progresses, fans will be watching closely to see how the team addresses these issues and whether they can maintain their positive momentum.