Clingstones and GHSA Join Forces for 2026 State Finals at Synovus Park
COLUMBUS, Ga. — The Columbus Clingstones, in partnership with the Columbus Sports Council, today announced that Synovus Park will host the 2026 Georgia High School Association (GHSA) Baseball State Championships from May 22–25.
“We are excited for the opportunity to host the GHSA Baseball State Championships at Synovus Park,”
Three-Run Ninth Inning Home Run from Knoxville Stuns Clingstones in 4-3 Loss
The Columbus Clingstones (19-19) had the Knoxville Smokies (21-18) down to their final strike on two occasions in the ninth inning, but a three-run home run from Edgar Alvarez with two outs turned the game around and sent Columbus to a stunning 4-3 defeat in the series finale at Synovus
Baumann Sets Franchise Strikeout Record in 6-2 Win Over Knoxville
The Columbus Clingstones (19-18) fired on all cylinders Saturday night, defeating the Knoxville Smokies (20-18), 6-2, in a brisk two-hour, 15-minute victory at Synovus Park. Decisive Plays: For the first time in this series, Columbus struck first as Ambioris Tavarez delivered an RBI single in the second inning. Knoxville answered
Clingstones Rally Late to Walk Off Smokies, 6-5
The Columbus Clingstones (18-18) battled back in the bottom of the ninth inning to walk off the Knoxville Smokies (20-17), 6-5, on Friday night at Synovus Park. Decisive Plays: Knoxville struck in the first inning for the fourth straight game this series as Karson Simas scored on an error to
Refrescos De Fuente Fall to Knoxville, 5-1, in Debut Night
The Columbus Clingstones (17-18), playing as the Refrescos De Fuente for the first of three games this season, fell to the Knoxville Smokies (20-16), 5-1, on Thursday night at Synovus Park. Decisive Plays: Knoxville struck in the first inning for the third straight game this series as Carter Trice (5)
Groshans’ Four-Hit Night Powers Columbus Past Knoxville, 9-5
The Columbus Clingstones (17-17) bounced back in a big way on Wednesday night, using timely hitting and six extra-base hits to defeat the Knoxville Smokies (19-15), 9-5, at Synovus Park. Decisive Plays: Knoxville struck first for the second straight game as Alex Ramirez delivered an RBI double in the opening
Clingstones Drop Series Opener to Knoxville, 8-2
The Columbus Clingstones (16-17) dropped the series opener to the Knoxville Smokies (19-15), 8-2, on Tuesday night at Synovus Park. Decisive Plays: Karson Simas (4) wasted no time for Knoxville, launching a leadoff home run on the first pitch of the game to give the Smokies an early lead. Columbus
Columbus Splits Mother's Day Doubleheader with Biloxi
A career performance at the plate for Luke Waddell pushed the Columbus Clingstones (16-16) to a doubleheader split with the Biloxi Shuckers (14-18) on Sunday at Keesler Federal Park. Columbus won the series 3-2. Decisive Plays (Game 1): Waddell delivered an RBI double to put Columbus in front 1-0. A
Rain Postpones Game Between Columbus, Biloxi on Friday Night
Persistent rain throughout the afternoon and into the evening in Biloxi forced the postponement of game four of a six-game series between the Columbus Clingstones (15-15) and the Biloxi Shuckers (13-17). The game will be made up as part of a doubleheader on Saturday, May 9. The first pitch is
Comeback Attempt Falls Short in 7-6 Loss to Biloxi
The Columbus Clingstones (15-15) put the pressure on the Biloxi Shuckers (13-17) with a three-run ninth inning, but another incredible comeback win was not in the cards in a 7-6 loss on Thursday night at Keesler Federal Park. Decisive Plays: Biloxi broke out for five runs in the third inning,
Homestand Highlights: Clingstones Series vs Knoxville Features the Refrescos de Fuente Debut and Military Appreciation Weekend
COLUMBUS, Ga. — The Columbus Clingstones welcome the Knoxville Smokies (Double-A, Chicago Cubs) for their lone 2026 visit to Synovus Park with a series that includes the debut of the Refrescos de Fuente alternate identity, Friday Night Fireworks and a Drake Baldwin NL Rookie of the Year Bobblehead Giveaway to
Stones Erase Six-Run Deficit, Stun Shuckers in 8-7 Thriller
Matthew Wood’s first-inning grand slam gave the Biloxi Shuckers (12-17) a commanding 6-0 lead, but the Columbus Clingstones (15-14) clawed back with six unanswered runs to steal an 8-7 victory Wednesday night at Keesler Federal Park. Decisive Plays: The grand slam from Wood capped a six-run first inning from Biloxi.
Three-Run Ninth Inning Pushes Columbus Past Biloxi in 7-4 Win
The Columbus Clingstones (14-14) grappled with the Biloxi Shuckers (12-16) through three ties and two lead changes before a three-run ninth inning gave the Stones a lead they wouldn't relinquish in a 7-4 win on Tuesday night at Keesler Federal Park. Decisive Plays: Columbus opened the scoring with an RBI
Herick Hernandez Named Southern League Pitcher of the Week
COLUMBUS, Ga. – Minor League Baseball today named Columbus Clingstones left-hander Herick Hernandez the Southern League Pitcher of the Week for April 27–May 3. The award marks the first weekly honor of Hernandez’s professional career and makes him the sixth Clingstones player in franchise history to receive a weekly league
Historic Offensive Outburst Lifts Montgomery Over Columbus in Series Finale
The Columbus Clingstones (13-14) dropped the series finale to the Montgomery Biscuits (14-13), 18-10, on Sunday afternoon at Synovus Park in a historic offensive showcase. Decisive Plays: Montgomery set the tone immediately as Austin Overn homered on the first pitch of the game, sparking an offensive barrage that never slowed.
Clingstones Drop Both Games of Second Doubleheader of Series
The Columbus Clingstones (13-13) dropped both games of a Saturday doubleheader against the Montgomery Biscuits (13-13) at Synovus Park. Game One Decisive Plays: Columbus trailed 1-0 entering the bottom of the first inning but answered quickly with a two-run home run from David McCabe (9). In the second inning, the
Rain Postpones Friday's Ballgame Against Montgomery
Around the scheduled 7:05 p.m. , first pitch steady rainfall continued throughout the afternoon and evening at Synovus Park, forcing the postponement of game four of the six games series. The game will be made up as part of a doubleheader at Synovus Park on Saturday, May 2nd. Next Game
Clingstones Split Doubleheader on Final Day of April
The Columbus Clingstones (13-11) split a doubleheader against the Montgomery Biscuits (11-13) on Wednesday at Synovus Park, falling 1-0 in game one before responding with an 8-3 win in game two. Game One Decisive Plays: Neither team scored through the first seven innings as LHP Herick Hernandez (Columbus) and RHP
Clingstones Drop Series Opener to Montgomery, 6-5
The Columbus Clingstones (12-10) fell behind early and could not complete a late comeback, dropping the series opener to the Montgomery Biscuits (10-12), 6-5, in a Wednesday morning Education Day matchup at Synovus Park. Decisive Plays: Montgomery built an early 5-0 lead over the first three innings, highlighted by a
Rain Postpones Series Opener Against Montgomery
Steady rainfall around the scheduled 6:05 p.m. first pitch continued throughout the afternoon at Synovus Park, forcing the postponement of the series opener. The game will be made up as part of a doubleheader at Synovus Park on Thursday, April 30th. Next Game (Wednesday, April 29): Columbus vs. Montgomery, 11:05
Brett Sears Named Southern League Pitcher of the Week
COLUMBUS, Ga. – Minor League Baseball today named Columbus Clingstones right-hander Brett Sears the Southern League Pitcher of the Week for April 20-26. The award marks the first weekly honor of Sears’ professional career and makes him the fifth Clingstones player in franchise history to receive a weekly league award.
Ha-Seong Kim Joins Columbus Clingstones for First Major League Rehab Assignment in Franchise History
COLUMBUS, Ga. – The Atlanta Braves today announced that infielder Ha-Seong Kim has joined the Columbus Clingstones on a Major League rehab assignment, marking the first MLB rehab assignment in franchise history. Kim, 30, joins Columbus as a five-year Major League veteran with experience at shortstop, second base, and third
Late Lead Slips Away as Columbus Drops Series Finale
The Columbus Clingstones (12-9) took a four-run lead into the bottom of the seventh, but a six-run barrage from the Birmingham Barons (9-12) turned the game around and sent Columbus to an 8-5 loss in the series finale on Sunday at Regions Field. Columbus split the series with Birmingham 3-3.
Dominant Offensive Night from English Drives Columbus to 6-4 Win Over Birmingham
Tristin English opened the scoring with a home run and added critical insurance runs in the ninth inning to help the Columbus Clingstones (12-8) hang on and win 6-4 over the Birmingham Barons (8-12) on Saturday night at Regions Field. Decisive Plays: After three scoreless innings to open the game,
Clingstones Secure Spirited 5-3 Extra-Inning Win Over Birmingham
A game-tying ninth inning home run from Jordan Groshans set off a wild extra-inning sequence that saw the Columbus Clingstones (11-8) grab a gritty 5-3 win over the Birmingham Barons (8-11) in 10 innings on Friday night at Regions Field. Decisive Plays: Columbus scored first in the first inning on