Henley collects three hits, Hunter records first pro hit in 10-2 loss
LAKELAND, Fla. — Kyle Henley turned in his first three-hit game of the season and Henry Hunter notched his first professional hit, but the Daytona Tortugas dropped their fifth straight game in a 10-2 loss to the Lakeland Flying Tigers on Thursday morning at Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium.
Early deficit too much to overcome, Tortugas fall 8-1
LAKELAND, Fla. — The Daytona Tortugas fell behind early and couldn’t recover, dropping their fourth straight game in an 8-1 loss to the Lakeland Flying Tigers on Wednesday night at Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium. The Rundown Lakeland struck quickly in the first inning. The Flying Tigers loaded the
Lewis, Friend Spark Rally in 6-5 Loss
Lewis, Friend Spark Rally in 6-5 Loss LAKELAND, Fla. — Tyson Lewis and Jacob Friend helped fuel a late push, but the Daytona Tortugas came up just short in a 6-5 loss to the Lakeland Flying Tigers on Tuesday night at Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium. The Rundown Daytona
Tortugas drop series finale, turn focus to road trip
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — The Daytona Tortugas struck first but were unable to keep pace as the Jupiter Hammerheads pulled away for a 14-1 win on Saturday night in front of a sold-out crowd at Jackie Robinson Ballpark. The Rundown Daytona wasted no time grabbing the lead in the first.
Lewis homers, drives in two in 3-2 loss
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Tyson Lewis accounted for both Daytona runs, but the Tortugas came up just short in a 3-2 loss to the Jupiter Hammerheads on Friday night in front of a sold out crowd at Jackie Robinson Ballpark. Chris Arroyo powered Jupiter at the plate, while Daytona’s pitching
Friend, Moon homer as Tortugas take opener, 4-2
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — The Daytona Tortugas opened the 2026 season with a complete performance on both sides of the ball, knocking off the Jupiter Hammerheads, 4-2, Thursday night at Jackie Robinson Ballpark. Jake Brink and Nick Lodolo combined to lead a dominant pitching effort, while Jacob Friend and Bernard
Daytona Tortugas Announce 2026 Break Camp Roster
Daytona Tortugas Announce 2026 Break Camp Roster DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — The Daytona Tortugas, in conjunction with the Cincinnati Reds, have announced the club’s 2026 Break Camp roster ahead of Opening Day on April 2 at Jackie Robinson Ballpark. The initial 29-man roster is subject to change prior to the
THE BEST SINGLE-A BALLPARK IN AMERICA
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — In a national landscape filled with new stadiums, modern amenities, and state-of-the-art facilities, one historic ballpark in Daytona Beach continues to stand out above the rest. Jackie Robinson Ballpark, the home of the Daytona Tortugas and the oldest Minor League ballpark still in use, has been
Tortugas Provide Ballpark Renovation Update Ahead of 2026 Season – Fans First
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (March 6, 2026) — With construction progress bringing exciting improvements to Jackie Robinson Ballpark, the Daytona Tortugas are preparing to welcome fans for the 2026 season with managed capacity while work continues along the Riverwalk and third‑base side of the concourse. As the Tortugas prepare for the
Nine Former Tortugas Set to Compete in 2026 World Baseball Classic
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — When the 2026 World Baseball Classic begins on Friday, March 6, nine former Daytona Tortugas will take the field representing six different countries on baseball’s biggest international stage. From rising prospects to established Major League veterans, the group spans nearly a decade of Tortugas history, proof
Jackie Robinson Ballpark Nominated for USA TODAY 10BEST Best Minor League Ballpark Award
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — USA TODAY has announced that Jackie Robinson Ballpark, home of the Daytona Tortugas, has been selected as a nominee for the USA TODAY 10BEST Readers’ Choice Award for Best Minor League Ballpark. Voting is open now and runs through Monday, March 16 at 11:59 a.m. EDT.
Daytona Tortugas Announce 2026 Coaching Staff, Highlighted by Return of Ricky Gutiérrez as Manager
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Feb. 13, 2026) – The Daytona Tortugas, in conjunction with the Cincinnati Reds, have announced the club’s coaching staff for the 2026 season. The staff will be led by manager Ricky Gutiérrez, alongside bench coach Lenny Harris, pitching coach Jason Immekus, hitting coach Jose Leon, and coach
Daytona Tortugas Announce Matthew Mounsey as New Broadcast Voice for 2026 Season
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Feb. 11, 2026) — The Daytona Tortugas have announced that Matthew Mounsey will serve as the team’s broadcaster and media relations manager for the 2026 season, becoming the new voice of Tortugas baseball at Jackie Robinson Ballpark. Mounsey will call all 132 Tortugas games during the 2026
Tortugas Season Ends With Finals Defeat
LAKELAND, Fla—The 2025 season came to a close as the Lakeland Flying Tigers scored the final seven runs over five consecutive innings to pull away from the Daytona Tortugas and sweep the Florida State League Championship Series on Tuesday night at Joker Marchant Stadium. Lakeland (2-0) won their FSL title
Duno Named FSL MVP; Stafura and Sanchez Tabbed All-Stars
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla—Catcher Alfredo Duno was named Florida State League Most Valuable Player while infielders Carlos Sanchez and Sammy Stafura were also named to the postseason FSL All-Star team on Tuesday. Duno was also named catcher on the postseason All-Star team and was tabbed as the circuit's top MLB prospect.
Tortugas Held to One Hit in Championship Series Opener
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla—The Daytona Tortugas were held to just one hit as the Lakeland Flying Tigers moved one win away from a Florida State League championship by defeating Daytona 6-1 on Sunday afternoon at Jackie Robinson Ballpark. Lakeland (1-0) used a pair of two-run triples and scored five of their
Tortugas Twirl Two-Hitter to Punch Ticket to FSL Championship
PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla—Alfredo Alcantara homered and four pitchers combined on a two-hit shutout as the Daytona Tortugas shut out the St. Lucie Mets 2-0 to win the deciding Game 3 of the Florida State League East Division Series and advance to the FSL Championship Series. Daytona (2-1) did not
Tortugas Stave Off Elimination With Brilliant Bullpen in 7-2 Win
PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla—The Daytona Tortugas scored seven runs in the first three innings and Jacob Edwards and Ben Brutti each spun 3.0 scoreless innings in relief to stymie the St. Lucie Mets as Daytona kept their season alive and forced a decisive game three after a 7-2 victory in
Tortugas On the Brink After 4-2 Defeat to Open Playoffs
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla—The Daytona Tortugas and St. Lucie Mets hobbled through a game with five errors and five of the six runs scored were unearned, but St. Lucie made enough plays to defeat Daytona 4-2 in game one of the Florida State League playoffs on Wednesday night at Jackie Robinson
Game One of Postseason Postponed
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla—The opener of the Florida State League East Division series between the Daytona Tortugas and St. Lucie Mets has been postponed to Wednesday due to rain. Game one of the series will now take place at 6:35 p.m. on Wednesday, September 10 at Jackie Robinson Ballpark. All tickets
Alfredo Duno Named FSL Player of the Week for Third Time
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla—Daytona Tortugas catcher Alfredo Duno finished off an outstanding regular season with one more dominant week as he was named Florida State League Player of the Week for the second time in three weeks and the third time this season. The 19-year-old Venezuelan played in only four games
Ninth-Inning Rally Comes up Short in Regular Season Finale
JUPITER, Fla—The Daytona Tortugas scored twice in the ninth, but they ended the 2025 regular season with a 4-2 defeat to the Palm Beach Cardinals on Sunday afternoon at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium. Palm Beach finished the season with three straight wins to go 63-67, while the Tortugas finished 65-66,
Ortiz’s Excellence, Pair of Homers Not Enough
JUPITER, Fla—Alfredo Duno and Alfredo Alcantara homered while JP Ortiz spun 4.0 shutout frames, but the Palm Beach Cardinals stymied the rest of the Daytona Tortugas offense in a 3-2 defeat on Saturday night at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium. Palm Beach (30-34, 62-67) earned their second win in a row,
Duno Homers Among Four-Hit Night in 12-7 Defeat
JUPITER, Fla—Alfredo Duno homered, broke a Tortugas record, and stroked four hits, but the Daytona Tortugas were down in by seven runs over the sixth and seventh innings that sent the Palm Beach Cardinals to a 12-7 victory on Friday night at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium. Palm Beach (29-32, 61-67)
Tortuga Pitching Leads the Way Again in Fifth-Straight Win
JUPITER, Fla—The Daytona Tortugas allowed nine hits, but three pitchers got the outs when they needed them, as they held the Palm Beach Cardinals to just a single tally for the third night in a row, winning by a score of 3-1 on Thursday night at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium.