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Bats Split Both Doubleheader and Series Against Indianapolis

Late comeback effort unsuccessful in 10-7 opening loss, but Louisville rallies for a 5-3 win in series finale
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The Louisville Bats split the final two games of their series in a doubleheader against the Indianapolis Indians on Sunday afternoon, losing the first game 10-7, but rallying back for a 5-3 win to split the series against their regional rivals. In game one, Chase Petty had a rocky start,

Bats 5K Back For Fourth Year On June 13

Tickets on sale now for race finishing at Louisville Slugger Field
May 7, 2026

The Louisville Bats announced that the fourth annual Bats 5K race will be held on Saturday, June 13. The race provides runners with the one-of-a-kind opportunity to run the final quarter mile around the Louisville Slugger Field warning track. It begins promptly at 8 a.m., and the course will begin

From The Bench To The Bats With Trevor Kuncl

How Trevor Kuncl went from a utility bench bat to an elite minor league closer
April 24, 2026

Trevor Kuncl isn’t a household name yet, but he’s certainly pitching like one. The George Washington University Alum and Cincinnati-native has transferred his independent ball success to the Minor Leagues and has worked his way into a high-leverage spot in the Louisville Bats bullpen. He was an elite closer for

Tejay Antone Is Still Writing His Own Story

Recovering From Surgery, Writing A Book, and Becoming a Leader: How Antone’s Chase for a Comeback Goes Beyond the Diamond
April 16, 2026

Tejay Antone was prepared to hang up his cleats. After his Tommy John surgery in 2021, countless hours of injury rehab and recovery were put in to claw his way back to the Cincinnati Reds in 2023. While he accomplished the comeback that season, 2024 was a chance to cement

Noelvi Marte Named International League Player of the Week

Bats outfielder posted 14 hits, .560 batting average at Iowa last week
April 27, 2026

After a dominant week in the Louisville Bats’ series win over the Iowa Cubs on the road last week, outfielder Noelvi Marte was named International League Player of the Week for the period of April 20-26. The award is the second for a Louisville player this season and the first

Louisville Bats and TARC Partner to Offer 20% Discount for Riders at Friday Night Games

Discount available beginning with Opening Night on March 27
March 24, 2026

The Louisville Bats and the Transit Authority of River City (TARC) today announced a new partnership to make getting to the ballpark easier and more affordable for fans throughout the 2026 season. Through the partnership, TARC riders will receive 20% off tickets to all Friday night home games at Louisville

Bats Fall To Indians 11-5 In Another High Scoring Affair

Pitching struggles, and the offense can’t keep pace in loss
May 15, 2026

The Louisville Bats fell behind early and couldn’t rally, ultimately suffering a 11-5 loss to the Indianapolis Indians on Friday night at Louisville Slugger Field. Darren McCaughan (L, 4-2) made his seventh start of the season for the Bats. He began the evening with a strikeout before surrendering a walk

Noelvi Marte Walks Off Indy, Secures 6-5 Win

18 strikeouts and late-game heroics aid in the Bats win over Indianapolis
May 13, 2026

The Louisville Bats escape multiple close calls in the field, as clutch plays against the Indianapolis Indians led to a 6-5 walk-off victory at Louisville Slugger Field on Wednesday afternoon. In the bottom of the ninth, Garrett Hampson doubled and moved to third on a groundout. An intentional walk would

Homer Happy Evening Powers Bats Past Indians 4-2

Louisville’s bullpen backed Daniel’s strong start
May 14, 2026

Three different Bats crushed longballs in Louisville’s 4-2 win over the Indianapolis Indians on Thursday night at Louisville Slugger Field. Edwin Arroyo continued his offensive tear with a solo homer to lead off the bottom of the first and give the Bats an early 1-0 lead. Arroyo has a hit

Bats, Indians Postponed Saturday

Teams will play doubleheader on Sunday, May 17 at 12:05 p.m.
May 16, 2026

Saturday night’s matchup between the Louisville Bats and Indianapolis Indians has been postponed due to inclement weather and unplayable field conditions. Saturday night’s game will now be made up as a part of a doubleheader on Sunday, May 17 at 12:05 p.m. Louisville Slugger Field gates will open at 11:30

Bats Stay Home For Second Series Against Indianapolis

Star Wars Night, Dessert Day, and Nothing Night are featured during the homestand
May 12, 2026

The Louisville Bats are back in action at home this week for their next series at Louisville Slugger Field. The 26th season of baseball in downtown Louisville continues with a six-game series from Tuesday, May 12 to Sunday, May 17 against the Indianapolis Indians, Triple-A affiliate of the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Bats Lose 10-8 For First Series-Opening Loss To Indianapolis

Teams combine for 10 home runs, but 17 hits from the Indians' offense take command in tight finish
May 12, 2026

A five-run fourth inning wasn’t enough as the Louisville Bats were handled emphatically by the Indianapolis Indians on Tuesday, allowing plenty of offense in a 10-8 loss in the series opener at Louisville Slugger Field. The two teams combined for 10 home runs, but the Bats' pitching staff surrendered a

Bats Partner With Whiskey Thief Distilling Co. To Introduce Bourbon-Focused Club Experience At Louisville Slugger Field

Whiskey Thief Backstop, Stadium Club to debut in 2026 season
March 3, 2026

The Louisville Bats and Whiskey Thief Distilling Co. today announced an exciting multi-year partnership centered around enhancing the fan experience at Louisville Slugger Field. This agreement brings together two Louisville staples to elevate the ballpark’s premium hospitality spaces. Beginning with the upcoming 2026 season, two of the ballpark’s signature club

Bats Return From Away Hiatus For Series Against Nashville

Cinco de Mayo, Mother's Day, and Redbirds Night all highlight the homestand
May 4, 2026

The Louisville Bats are back in action at home this week for their next series at Louisville Slugger Field. The 26th season of baseball in downtown Louisville continues with a six-game series from Tuesday, May 5 to Sunday, May 10 against the Nashville Sounds, Triple-A affiliate of the Milwaukee Brewers.

Bats Drop Series Finale To Sounds 8-0

Louisville’s offense struggles in a loss to finish series split
May 10, 2026

The Louisville Bats fell short of a fifth straight series victory by dropping the finale of a six-game set against the Nashville Sounds, 8-0, at Louisville Slugger Field on Sunday afternoon. Chase Petty (L, 2-3) took the ball for the Bats, returning from a start earlier this week with the

Tom Backemeyer Named Louisville Bats' New General Manager

Greg Galiette will remain in his role as President of the Bats
April 9, 2026

The Louisville Bats, in conjunction with ownership group Diamond Baseball Holdings, today announced the hiring of experienced baseball executive Tom Backemeyer as the club’s General Manager. Team President Greg Galiette will continue in his role. “I am honored to join one of the most iconic franchises in Minor League Baseball,”

Bats Win Wild Slugfest Over Sounds 10-8

Arroyo's four hits, long homer from Rodriguez power win
May 9, 2026

The Louisville Bats got just enough offense and timely relief pitching late in the game to emerge victorious 10-8 in a slugfest with the Nashville Sounds on Saturday night at Louisville Slugger Field. Making the spot start for the Bats, righty Sam Benschoter got off to an inauspicious start as

Seven Run Third Sets Tone For Bats' Victory

The Bats' powerful offense stood out again in 9-6 win over Nashville
May 8, 2026

The Bats’ biggest offensive inning of the season powered Louisville to a 9-6 victory over the Nashville Sounds on Friday night at Louisville Slugger Field. Bats starter Darren McCaughan cruised through a perfect first inning before being roughed up in the second. He allowed back-to-back doubles from Luis Matos and

Bats Swept In Thursday Doubleheader Against Nashville

May 7, 2026

The Louisville Bats dropped both legs of Thursday's doubleheader against the Nashville Sounds, keeping things close in a 3-1 loss in the afternoon and dropping the second game in the evening, 9-6. In game one, Edwin Arroyo crossed the first run for the Bats after scoring on a wild pitch

Clutch Eighth Inning Leads Bats To 6-4 Victory

Louisville takes series opener over Nashville to reach eight games over .500
May 6, 2026

Late game drama would make things interesting; however, the Louisville Bats would bear down and emerge victorious, winning 6-4 in the series opener against the Nashville Sounds at Louisville Slugger Field Wednesday afternoon. The Sounds got on the board early in the contest with a two-run home run. Michael Toglia

Bats, Sounds Series Opener Postponed Tuesday

Teams will play doubleheader on Thursday, May 7 at 4:35 p.m.
May 5, 2026

Tuesday night’s series opener at Louisville Slugger Field between the Louisville Bats and Nashville Sounds has been postponed due to inclement weather. A doubleheader is now scheduled for Thursday, May 7 at 4:35 p.m. Gates will open at 4 p.m. Both games will be seven-inning contests. The start of the

Bats Clinch Series With 14-8 Win Over Omaha

The Bats walk season-high 12 times in the finale to end a successful road trip
May 3, 2026

The Louisville Bats walked their way to a 14-8 triumph over the Omaha Storm Chasers on Sunday afternoon at Werner Park. The win clinches the Bats' third straight road series win to begin the season, after only notching one series win on the road all last year. In a rematch

Big Innings Sink Bats In 8-4 Loss

Bats have game slip away in the late stages, as Omaha offense takes over
May 2, 2026

The Louisville Bats fell 8-5 at Werner Park Saturday night against the Omaha Storm Chasers. Late inning offense by Omaha proved to be the deciding factor, as big innings in the sixth and eighth propelled them to the victory. Nick Lodolo earned the starting nod for the Bats in his