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Squirrels drop series opener to Ponies

Bertrand sets career high with nine strikeouts in low-scoring loss
June 10, 2025

RICHMOND, Va. – The Richmond Flying Squirrels opened their homestand with a 2-1 loss to the Binghamton Rumble Ponies on Tuesday night at The Diamond. The Flying Squirrels (17-41) were handed their fourth one-run loss in seven meetings with the Rumble Ponies (39-18) this year. Binghamton, leaders of the Eastern

RICHMOND, Va. – The Richmond Flying Squirrels opened their homestand with a 2-1 loss to the Binghamton Rumble Ponies on Tuesday night at The Diamond.

The Flying Squirrels (17-41) were handed their fourth one-run loss in seven meetings with the Rumble Ponies (39-18) this year. Binghamton, leaders of the Eastern League’s Northeast Division, picked up its 15th win in its last 16 games.

The Rumble Ponies took a 1-0 lead in the top of the first inning on a solo homer by Ryan Clifford. It was his 11th homer of the season, tying the most in the league.

In the second, Nick Morabito worked a bases-loaded walk from John Michael Bertrand (Loss, 1-6) to bring in a second Binghamton run. Bertrand recorded a strikeout to strand the bases loaded, the first of five straight into the fourth inning.

Bertrand finished his outing with a career-high nine strikeouts over five innings and allowed two runs on six hits.

In the bottom of the fourth inning, Turner Hill led off with a triple and scored on a one-out single by Adrian Sugastey to cut the score to 2-1.

Binghamton starter Jonah Tong (Win, 5-3) allowed one run over 5.1 innings with eight strikeouts. T.J. Shook, Dylan Ross and Carlos Guzman (Save, 5) covered the final 3.2 innings.

Richmond relievers Ian Villers and Evan Gates each threw two scoreless innings.

The series continues on Wednesday night at The Diamond. Right-hander Manuel Mercedes (2-6, 8.69) will start for Richmond opposed by Binghamton left-hander Zach Thronton (3-0, 2.13). First pitch is scheduled for 6:35 p.m. at The Diamond.

Wednesday is Salute to Sequins presented by The Collegiate School. It is also Wine & K9s with $7 glasses of wine and $7 wine slushies from 5:30-7:30 p.m. and dogs are admitted free. Tickets are on sale online at SquirrelsBaseball.com/Tickets, by phone at 804-359-FUNN (3866) or in person at the Flying Squirrels ticket office.

All-Diamond Team: Joe Panik

July 12, 2025

In 2025, The Diamond hosts its 40th and final season of professional baseball in Richmond. Between the Richmond Braves from 1985-2008 and the Richmond Flying Squirrels since 2010, countless future major leaguers have taken the steps from the first base dugout onto The Diamond’s playing surface.

Grady Little named recipient of 2025 Paul Keyes RBI Award

Award to be presented July 24 at The Diamond
July 14, 2025

RICHMOND, Va. – Former Richmond Braves manager Grady Little has been named the recipient of the 2025 Paul Keyes RBI Award, the Flying Squirrels announced on Monday.

Lonsway takes no-hit bid into eighth in 7-2 Squirrels win

Squirrels set single-game franchise record with 13 walks to close road trip
July 13, 2025

AKRON, Ohio – Seth Lonsway held the Akron RubberDucks hitless until one out into the eighth inning as the Richmond Flying Squirrels closed their nine-game road trip with a 7-2 win at Canal Park.

Squirrels win Saturday-night battle in Akron, 5-3

Richmond rallies in middle innings to take seventh win in last eight games
July 12, 2025

AKRON, Ohio – A three-run fifth inning moved the Richmond Flying Squirrels ahead of the Akron RubberDucks in a 5-3 win on Saturday night at Canal Park. The Flying Squirrels (31-53, 10-7 second half) maintained their tie for first place in the Southwest Division second-half standings, picking up their seventh

Squirrels' streak snapped with 9-3 loss in Akron

Richmond outhits Akron, 10-9, but early hole too large in loss
July 11, 2025

AKRON, Ohio – The Richmond Flying Squirrels surrendered nine runs in the first two innings and lost to the Akron RubberDucks, 9-3, on Friday night at Canal Park.

All-Diamond Team: Ryan Klesko

July 8, 2025

In 2025, The Diamond hosts its 40th and final season of professional baseball in Richmond. Between the Richmond Braves from 1985-2008 and the Richmond Flying Squirrels since 2010, countless future major leaguers have taken the steps from the first base dugout onto The Diamond’s playing surface.

Squirrels win sixth straight, move into tie for first

Bertrand throws seven scoreless innings, Pomares homers in 6-1 win at Akron
July 10, 2025

AKRON, Ohio – John Michael Bertrand threw seven scoreless innings and Jairo Pomares hit a three-run homer to lift the Richmond Flying Squirrels to a 6-1 win over the Akron RubberDucks on Thursday night at Canal Park.

Dazzling defense downs 'Ducks for fifth straight Squirrels win

Whitman deals solid start in 2-1 homecoming win at Canal Park
July 9, 2025

AKRON, Ohio – The Richmond Flying Squirrels topped the Akron RubberDucks, 2-1, on Wednesday night at Canal Park behind strong pitching and standout defensive plays. The Flying Squirrels (29-52-1, 8-6 second half) extended their season-best winning streak to five games and moved into third place in the Southwest Division’s second-half

Squirrels beat 'Ducks, 4-2, for fourth straight win

Johnson closes first Double-A save to hand Richmond longest win streak of 2025
July 8, 2025

AKRON, Ohio – The Richmond Flying Squirrels picked up their fourth straight win on Tuesday night, beating the Akron RubberDucks, 4-2, at Canal Park.

Squirrels hammer Baysox, 12-2, to take weekend sweep

Richmond scores season-high 12 times behind 14 hits in Bowie
July 6, 2025

BOWIE, Md. – The Richmond Flying Squirrels poured on runs against the Chesapeake Baysox for a 12-2 win on Sunday afternoon at Prince George’s Stadium, capping a sweep in the three-game weekend series.

Squirrels hold off Baysox for 3-2 road win

Sugastey homers, Mercedes ties career high with eight strikeouts for Richmond
July 5, 2025

BOWIE, Md. – Adrian Sugastey homered and threw out a base stealing attempt in the ninth to help the Richmond Flying Squirrels beat the Chesapeake Baysox, 3-2, on Saturday night at Prince George’s Stadium.

The Nutshell: Triumph through trials

Cameron Cotter's conquered through arm surgeries to arrive at Double-A
July 5, 2025

Cameron Cotter’s list of players he grew up competing against sounds like a present-day fantasy baseball roster.

Squirrels rally falls short in 5-4 loss to Baysox

Sugastey drives in three, Ceballos homers in front of sellout crowd at The Diamond
July 3, 2025

RICHMOND, Va. – The Flying Squirrels lost to the Chesapeake Baysox, 5-4, on Thursday night in front of a sellout crowd of 9,810 at The Diamond. The Flying Squirrels (24-52, 3-6 second half) dropped two-of-three in the home series against the Baysox (34-42, 3-6). With the score tied, 2-2, in

All-Diamond Team: Javy López

July 5, 2025

In 2025, The Diamond hosts its 40th and final season of professional baseball in Richmond. Between the Richmond Braves from 1985-2008 and the Richmond Flying Squirrels since 2010, countless future major leaguers have taken the steps from the first base dugout onto The Diamond’s playing surface.

Squirrels split pair with Baysox on Wednesday

Richmond takes completion game, 6-4, before Chesapeake throws shutout in nightcap
July 2, 2025

RICHMOND, Va. – The Richmond Flying Squirrels beat the Chesapeake Baysox, 6-4, on Wednesday night at The Diamond in the completion of Tuesday’s rain-suspended game before a 1-0 loss in the night’s regularly scheduled game.

Squirrels, Baysox suspended for rain on Tuesday

Game will resume on Wednesday night at The Diamond
July 1, 2025

RICHMOND, Va. – Tuesday, July 1, 2025's game between the Richmond Flying Squirrels and the Chesapeake Baysox at The Diamond has been suspended in the middle of the third inning.

The Nutshell: Versatility is Invaluable

Thomas Gavello's ability to adapt has led the utility player to Double-A
June 30, 2025

Thomas Gavello’s childhood eyes were always glued on Dustin Pedroia when watching baseball at home, despite his idol playing over 3,000 miles away.

Squirrels lose series finale to Fightins, 5-3

Richmond buried by five early Reading runs on Sunday afternoon
June 29, 2025

RICHMOND, Va. – The Richmond Flying Squirrels fell behind early and lost to the Reading Fightin Phils, 5-3, on Sunday afternoon at The Diamond.

Series Preview: Red, White and BOOM! Celebrate Independence Day at The Diamond!

Three-game series features a Fourth of July celebration, the return of the Richmond Virginians, JMU Night and more!
June 26, 2025

Start your Independence Day celebration early at The Diamond next week! The Flying Squirrels are facing off against the Chesapeake Baysox for three games at The Diamond from July 1 to July 3 and will then head to Prince George’s Stadium in Bowie, Md. to finish the six-game series at

Early lead holds in 4-2 Squirrels loss to Fightins

Howell, Bericoto homer for only Richmond runs
June 28, 2025

RICHMOND, Va. – A pair of solo homers were the only runs of the night for the Richmond Flying Squirrels in a 4-2 loss to the Reading Fightin Phils on Saturday at The Diamond.

Pomares blasts walk-off homer in 6-3 Squirrels win

Bullpen combines for five scoreless innings in come-from-behind victory
June 27, 2025

RICHMOND, Va. – Jairo Pomares entered off the bench in the bottom of the ninth and hit a walk-off, three-run homer to lift the Richmond Flying Squirrels to a 6-3 win over the Reading Fightin Phils on Friday night at The Diamond.

Squirrels shut out by Fightin Phils on Thursday

Richmond held to three hits in 1-0 shutout loss
June 26, 2025

RICHMOND, Va. – The Richmond Flying Squirrels were held to three hits and lost to the Reading Fightin Phils, 1-0, on Thursday night at The Diamond.

Three-run eighth lifts Squirrels to 6-4 win

Richmond takes back-and-forth game to even series
June 25, 2025

RICHMOND, Va. – The Richmond Flying Squirrels scored three runs in the bottom of the eighth for a come-from-behind, 6-4 win over the Reading Fightin Phils at The Diamond.

All-Diamond Team: Mark DeRosa

June 25, 2025

In 2025, The Diamond hosts its 40th and final season of professional baseball in Richmond. Between the Richmond Braves from 1985-2008 and the Richmond Flying Squirrels since 2010, countless future major leaguers have taken the steps from the first base dugout onto The Diamond’s playing surface.

Season memberships for 2026 season at CarMax Park on sale now

Full-Season Memberships for CarMax Park’s inaugural season now available
June 25, 2025

RICHMOND, Va. – Full-Season Memberships for the Richmond Flying Squirrels’ inaugural season at CarMax Park are now on sale, the team announced on Wednesday.