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Henley collects three hits, Hunter records first pro hit in 10-2 loss

April 9, 2026

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

April 8, 2026

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

April 7, 2026

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

April 4, 2026

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

April 3, 2026

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

April 3, 2026

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

March 31, 2026

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

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Jackie Robinson Ballpark Earns Top 5 National Recognition in USA TODAY 10Best Minor League Ballpark Awards
March 25, 2026

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 

March 6, 2026

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

March 2, 2026

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

Voting runs through Monday, March 16 at 11:59 a.m. EDT; Top 10 announced Wednesday, March 25
February 20, 2026

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

After three year big league stint, familiar face returns to lead Daytona for 2026 campaign.
February 13, 2026

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

February 11, 2026

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

Daytona bows out in two-game sweep
September 16, 2025

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 lands three on postseason All-Star team
September 16, 2025

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’s final lap at The Jack in ’25 a dud in 6-1 setback
September 14, 2025

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

Daytona wins twice on road to reach first championship series in seven years
September 12, 2025

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

Seven early tallies more than enough for pair of electric relievers
September 11, 2025

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 goes to St. Lucie facing elimination
September 10, 2025

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

Opener of East Division series between Daytona and St. Lucie pushed to Wednesday
September 9, 2025

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

Tortugas catcher first FSL hitter to earn three weekly honors since 2011
September 8, 2025

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

Daytona will begin postseason on Tuesday vs. St. Lucie
September 7, 2025

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

Tortugas drop nail-biter in penultimate game of the regular season
September 6, 2025

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

Slew of walks sink Tortugas in late innings
September 5, 2025

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

Daytona has allowed just five runs in current win streak
September 4, 2025

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.