“Spring Breakout” – Three 2023 Knights Set to Play for White Sox Squad
As announced on March 7, 2024 by Major League Baseball, the inaugural “Spring Breakout” Prospect Games will be part of Major League Spring Training and will be broadcast live on local RSNs, MLB Network, and streamed on MLB’s Digital Properties from March 14th-17th. These games will feature seventy-two of MLB
As announced on March 7, 2024 by Major League Baseball, the inaugural “Spring Breakout” Prospect Games will be part of Major League Spring Training and will be broadcast live on local RSNs, MLB Network, and streamed on MLB’s Digital Properties from March 14th-17th. These games will feature seventy-two of MLB Pipeline’s Top 100 Prospects entering the 2024 season -- including seven of the top 10 and 15 of the top 20 overall prospects.
The Chicago White Sox will face off against the Chicago Cubs on March 15 at the Spring Training home of the Cubs, Sloan Park. First pitch is set for 2:05 p.m. local time. The game will feature three players from the 2023 Charlotte Knights – catcher Adam Hackenberg, as well as pitchers Johan Dominguez and Jordan Leasure.
ADAM HACKENBERG – CATCHER
C Adam Hackenberg was promoted to Charlotte from Double-A Birmingham on July 28, 2023 and finished the season in the Queen City. At the time of his promotion to Charlotte, Hackenberg was hitting .276 (63-for-228) with 38 runs scored, 10 doubles, five home runs, 25 RBI and two stolen bases. With the Knights, the 24-year-old hit .259 (29-for-112) with 12 runs scored, six doubles, three home runs and 13 RBI over 35 games. He entered the 2023 season ranked by Baseball America as the number 30 prospect in Chicago’s system. He combined for a .271 mark with eight homers and 38 RBI between the two levels last season.
JOHAN DOMINGUEZ – RIGHT-HANDED PITCHER
RHP Johan Dominguez began the 2024 season on Charlotte’s Injured List and was sent to Winston-Salem (High-A) on a rehab assignment on May 18. In five starts with the Dash, he posted a 0-2 record with a 2.45 ERA in 11.0 innings pitched. He compiled 12 strikeouts over that span. He was activated on August 6 by the Knights and went to to make eight starts with the team. The 28-year-old posted a 0-3 mark with a 5.65 ERA over 28.2 innings pitched.
JORDAN LEASURE – RIGHT-HANDED PITCHER
RHP Jordan Leasure was acquired by the Chicago White Sox on July 28, 2023 with Trayce Thompson in Chicago’s trade with the Los Angeles Dodgers. He was added to Charlotte’s active roster on July 30 and went on to post a 0-2 record with two saves and a 6.08 ERA in 15 games with the Knights (13.1 innings pitched). Before making his White Sox system debut, Leasure posted a 2-2 record with nine saves and a 3.09 ERA in 29 games pitched with Double-A Tulsa last season. He compiled 56 strikeouts over 35.0 innings pitched. A native of Brandon, FL, Leasure was drafted by the Dodgers in the 14th round of the June 2021 First-Year Player Draft.
Among the 16 Spring Breakout games, 12 will be played as part of a traditional doubleheader (one admission charge) either before or after the Major League teams square off, providing fans in attendance a sneak peek at the future stars of their favorite team. The four remaining games will be played in the Major League Spring Training stadiums in Arizona and Florida.
Tristan Gray Added to the 40-Man Roster, Called Up to Chicago
CHARLOTTE, NC – Prior to tonight’s game vs. Toronto, the Chicago White Sox recalled Charlotte Knights infielder Tristan Gray. The versatile infielder joins the White Sox as Ryan Noda was placed on the 10-day IL in a corresponding move.
McKendry and Company Silence the Jumbo Shrimp
JACKSONVILLE, FL – The Charlotte Knights took care of business on Saturday with an impressive 7-2 victory over the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp. Charlotte’s pitching staff, led by Evan McKendry, limited Jacksonville to a 3-for-30 performance while the Knights offense pounded out ten hits on their way to seven runs.
Colson Montgomery Joining the White Sox for MLB Debut
CHARLOTTE, NC – Prior to tonight’s series opener at Colorado, the Chicago White Sox recalled Shortstop Colson Montgomery from the Charlotte Knights.
Charlotte Struggles in Jacksonville after Quick Turnaround
JACKSONVILLE, FL – In an ode to the pre-2020 Minor League Baseball calendar, the Charlotte Knights traveled to Jacksonville directly following last night’s win and continued their series against the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp this evening.
Knights Double Up Jumbo Shrimp with 10-5 Victory
CHARLOTTE, NC – The Charlotte Knights went to work offensively Thursday night. In front of the biggest crowd of the season, the Knights provided plenty of fireworks early and often. Charlotte hit three Home Runs, tallied 14 hits, and finished with a 10-5 win over the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp.
Montgomery Delivers in Walk-Off Win for the Knights
CHARLOTTE, NC – The Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp played with fire, and then got burned. In a 3-3 tie game with the Charlotte Knights batting in the bottom of the ninth inning, Jacksonville opted for an intentional walk that put runners at first and second base. Up to the plate came
Knights Drop Rain-Shortened Opener to Jumbo Shrimp
CHARLOTTE, NC – The Charlotte Knights were denied an opportunity to try for a last inning comeback on Tuesday as rain began in the top of the ninth inning. After a 32-minute delay, the game was called and the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp emerged with the win 5-0.
Knights Sweep International League Weekly Awards
CHARLOTTE, NC – The Charlotte Knights swept the International League’s weekly awards thanks to a pair of spectacular performances during last week’s series against the Toledo Mud Hens. Yoendrys Gomez was named the IL’s Pitcher of the Week and Colson Montgomery was awarded the IL’s Player of the Week.
Noah Schultz Named to MLB All-Star Futures Game
CHARLOTTE, NC – Charlotte Knights’ left-handed pitcher and Chicago White Sox top prospect Noah Schultz has been named to the 2025 MLB All-Star Futures Game, scheduled for Saturday, July 12 at Truist Park in Atlanta, Georgia.
Knights Drop Finale to Mud Hens 5-3
TOLEDO, OH – The Charlotte Knights fell to the Toledo Mud Hens 5-3 on Sunday afternoon in a closely contested series finale. Colson Montgomery hit two Home Runs, his second multi-homer game of the series, and pitcher Evan McKendry threw an immaculate inning as part of a strong start for
Gomez Headlines Shutout Win for the Knights
TOLEDO, OH – The Charlotte Knights turned in one of their finest all-around performances of the season on Saturday night. Charlotte earned their second shutout victory of the season with a 9-0 throttling of the Toledo Mud Hens. The pitching, hitting, and defense were all in sync for the Knights
Bullpen Fires Seven Scoreless in 7-5 Knights Victory
TOLEDO, OH – The Charlotte Knights won their third straight game over the Toledo Mud Hens with a 7-5 victory on Friday night. Charlotte’s bullpen held Toledo’s offense scoreless over the contest’s final seven innings while Tim Elko paced the Knights offense with three extra-base hits. The three-game win streak
Montgomery, Knights Outslug Mud Hens for 12-9 Win
TOLEDO, OH – Colson Montgomery broke out in a big way on Thursday night. The Charlotte Knights shortstop collected three hits, three RBI, and hit a pair of Home Runs as the Charlotte Knights bested the Toledo Mud Hens 12-9. Montgomery and the offense totaled 14 hits and recorded a
Baldwin and DeLoach's 10th Inning Heroics Net Knights Exciting Win
TOLEDO, OH – The Charlotte Knights found themselves in another down-to-the-wire contest against the Toledo Mud Hens on Wednesday afternoon. This time, it was Charlotte’s turn to come out with a dramatic victory and the Knights did so in ten innings by a final score of 4-3.
Knights Suffer Eighth Walk-Off Loss This Season
TOLEDO, OH – The Charlotte Knights suffered disappointing result in the first game of the season’s second half. Looking to jump out to a solid start with every team’s record reset, the Knights put together a masterful pitching performance over eight innings and received a tie-breaking two-run Home Run in
Knights Blaze Past Stripers in Fire Themed Jerseys
CHARLOTTE, NC – The Charlotte Knights wore custom fire themed jerseys on Saturday as part of Levine Children Hospital’s (LCH) Night presented by Atrium Health. The jerseys lit a spark and Charlotte topped their opponents, the Gwinnett Stripers, by a final score of 4-1.
Wikelman Gonzalez Set to Join the White Sox
CHARLOTTE, NC- Prior to tonight’s series opener at Toronto, the Chicago White Sox recalled RHP Wikelman González from the Charlotte Knights.
Fast Start by the Stripers Evens Series at 2-2
CHARLOTTE, NC – The Charlotte Knights dropped Friday night’s contest to the Gwinnett Stripers by a final score of 7-3. Gwinnett jumped out to a fast start, hit four home runs as a team, and struck out 15 Knights hitters. Charlotte did keep themselves within striking distance but the visitors
Stripers Take Game Three from the Knights, 8-1
CHARLOTTE, NC – The Charlotte Knights fell to the Gwinnett Stripers 8-1 on Thursday night. Charlotte received a strong pitching performance from Noah Schultz in his Triple-A debut but Gwinnett used some timely hits to break away and earn their first win at Truist Field this season.
Clevinger Continues Dominant Run in Knights 9-3 Win
CHARLOTTE, NC – The Charlotte Knights won their fifth straight home game on Wednesday night, 9-3 over the Gwinnett Stripers. Dominic Fletcher belted his second career Grand Slam and Mike Clevinger spun five solid innings in the winning effort.
Baldwin and the Boys Double Up the Stripers 6-3
CHARLOTTE, NC – The Charlotte Knights opened Tuesday’s game against the Gwinnett Stripers with a bang. Brooks Baldwin hit a leadoff Home Run on the very first pitch thrown by Gwinnett and the Knights never looked back. Baseball legend Dale Murphy was on-hand to witness the home team’s methodical 6-3
Elko Leads the Charge in 6-3 Knights Win
DURHAM, NC – Tim Elko crushed his 12th Home Run of the season as part of a three-hit effort and the Charlotte Knights rallied over the Durham Bulls for a 6-3 victory on Sunday. Elko and the offense overcame a 3-1 deficit while the pitching staff held the Bulls to
Charlotte Pitches and Defends Well in 3-1 Loss
DURHAM, NC – Saturday night in Durham the Charlotte Knights had a tough time finding runs. The Knights were held to one run on three hits but remained in the game thanks to some excellent pitching and defense. The Durham Bulls did just enough offensively and handed the Knights a
Knights Battle Back, Fall in the End
DURHAM, NC – The Charlotte Knights once again displayed their grit and reliance against the Durham Bulls. Unfortunately, the Knights endured a second straight walk-off defeat after a late Charlotte comeback evened the score down the stretch.
Bulls Best Knights on Ninth Inning Walkoff
DURHAM, NC – The Charlotte Knights suffered a tough loss to the Durham Bulls on Thursday night. A low-scoring affair had the Knights in front up until the final inning. The Bulls mounted a last ditch rally and scored a 2-1 walk off win in front of their home crowd.