Kane County Cougars News

Cougars Unveil Promotional Lineup for 2019 Season

New theme nights, national entertainment acts and bobbleheads highlight schedule

February 13, 2019 11:50 AM ET

GENEVA, Ill. - The Kane County Cougars have released a preliminary promotional schedule of theme nights, entertainment acts and giveaways for the 2019 season. Highlights include new theme nights such as Parks and Rec Night, a total of seven bobblehead giveaways plus a new Saturday Suds weekly special. In addition, there are 24 post-game fireworks shows on deck set to various musical themes for fans to enjoy.

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Cougars Food & Beverage Job Fair Scheduled for February 2 and 17

Multiple seasonal positions available for 2019 season

January 16, 2019 3:31 PM ET

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Dine with Your Valentine at Cougars Home Field, February 9

Valentine's dinner packages in private suite or group setting now on sale

January 14, 2019 3:30 PM ET

GENEVA, Ill. - The Kane County Cougars have announced the return of the annual Valentine's Dinner at Northwestern Medicine Field. A limited number of Valentine's Dinner packages are now on sale for Saturday, February 9.

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Kane County Cougars Baseball Foundation, Inc. Presents 2018 Community Report

Cougars charitable arm provided over one million dollars to those in need

January 10, 2019 12:12 PM ET

GENEVA, Ill. - The Kane County Cougars Baseball Foundation, Inc. is proud to present the fourth Annual Report to the Community detailing the charitable outreach completed in 2018. The report lists the extensive accomplishments of the Foundation and the notable programs coordinated by the Cougars. This is the first time in the 28 year history of the franchise that donations have exceeded the million dollar level thanks to new charitable partnerships in addition to programs that have become staples in the community, proving that baseball is more than just a game.

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Cougars Announce Field Staff for 2019 Season

Former hitting coach returns to lead Cougars

Headshots courtesy of Sarah Sachs/Arizona Diamondbacks

January 8, 2019 3:58 PM ET

GENEVA, Ill. - The Kane County Cougars, in conjunction with the organization's Major League affiliate Arizona Diamondbacks, have announced the field staff for the 2019 season. Opening Night is Thursday, April 4 against the Clinton LumberKings at Northwestern Medicine Field.

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Cougars Announce Annual Winter Coat Drive Begins December 3

Coat donations accepted at Northwestern Medicine Field distributed to those in need this holiday season

November 28, 2018 11:36 AM ET

GENEVA, Ill. - The Kane County Cougars have announced the dates for the organization's annual Winter Coat Drive. Beginning Monday, December 3 fans are welcome to drop by the Cougars front office located at Northwestern Medicine Field (34W002 Cherry Lane, Geneva, IL 60134) week days between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. to donate winter coats for those in need this holiday season.

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Cougars Nominated for MiLB Community Service Award

Winner to be announced in December at Winter Meetings

Al Mueller Memorial Scholarship Winners are honored on the field before a Kane County Cougars game this season.

October 2, 2018 1:04 PM ET

GENEVA, Ill. - The Kane County Cougars have been nominated by the Midwest League for the John Henry Moss Community Service Award.

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Chisholm Named D-backs Organizational Minor League Player of the Year

Second straight year a former Cougars earns D-backs POY honors

(Justin Edwards)

September 28, 2018 2:49 PM ET

GENEVA, Ill. - The Arizona Diamondbacks have announced infielder and former Cougar Jazz Chisholm as the organization's Minor League Player of the Year.

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Cougars Await Beloit Final for Playoff Fate

Season Finale Loss Puts Cougars in Playoff Limbo

September 3, 2018 9:44 PM ET

The mid-west rain prevented a smooth nine-inning contest, but the Kane County Cougars were determined to complete their regular season finale for a potential playoff clinching scenario. The Wisconsin Timber Rattlers (37-33, 68-71) instead had other plans as they spoiled the party with a 4-1 win over the Cougars from Northwestern Medicine Field Monday night. The Cougars won't know whether they are playoff bound or not until the Cedar Rapids-Beloit game concludes Monday evening. After a 16-6 record to finish off the regular season, the Kane County Cougars finish 2018 with a 72-66 record.

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Cougars Walk Off, Can Clinch Monday

Susnara's Bases Loaded Walk Forces in Game Winner

September 3, 2018 12:18 AM ET

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