Late Sacramento Surge Falls Just Short at Oklahoma City
OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. – An early home run from Chase Pinder and a pair of runs late were not quite enough to lift the Sacramento River Cats to a seventh straight victory, as they saw an end to their winning streak with a 4-3 decision at the hands of the
Schmitt’s Homer Enough for Sacramento on Tuesday
OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. – Casey Schmitt provided all the offense needed for the Sacramento River Cats to win their sixth consecutive game, launching a three-run homer that resulted in a 3-2 decision over the Oklahoma City Baseball Club on Tuesday. The River Cats (11-5) wasted no time in taking the
Black’s Five Hitless Innings Earns PCL Pitcher of the Week Honor
WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Coming off a dominant performance in his last outing, Sacramento River Cats starting pitcher and No. 7 prospect Mason Black was named the Pacific Coast League Pitcher of the Week for the week of April 8-14 on Monday. In his only start of the week on
Sacramento Shuts Out El Paso in Series Finale on Sunday
WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Finishing their series against the El Paso Chihuahuas on a strong note, the Sacramento River Cats crushed three homers and had sharp pitching efforts from three Sacramento hurlers as they captured their fifth consecutive win thanks to a 4-0 shutout over El Paso. All four runs
Cats Take Fourth Straight with Seven Unanswered
WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. – First pitch had to wait nearly an hour after a rainy day forced a delayed start to game five, but the Sacramento River Cats stayed ready to play as they scored seven unanswered runs from the third through the eighth as they clinched an 8-2 victory
Early Lead Holds for Sacramento over El Paso
WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. – There was no shortage of offense for the Sacramento River Cats on Friday night, scoring seven runs by the fourth which proved more than enough in Sacramento’s 9-2 victory over the El Paso Chihuahuas. The River Cats’ (8-5) offense matched the postgame fireworks, as they scored
Cats Claw Back from Early Deficit for 10-9 Win
WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Facing a seven-run deficit just two frames into the contest, the Sacramento River Cats showed their grit as they rallied for a trio of multi-run innings including six runs in their final two at-bats as they stormed all the way back for a 10-9 win over
Six Straight Runs Send Sacramento to Victory
WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Six unanswered runs helped the Sacramento River Cats take the lead late in game two of their series against the El Paso Chihuahuas, storming back with a solo home run from Heliot Ramos in the seventh before a four-run rally in the eighth to capture a
Cats Fight but Fall Short in Opener Against Chihuahuas
WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The Sacramento River Cats returned to the confines of Sutter Health Park for the first time in a week but were met with a similar result to the end of their last series, as a pair of runs in the fifth inning from the El Paso
River Cats and Aces Seesaw but Reno Nabs Final Tally
RENO, Nev. – The Sacramento River Cats and the Reno Aces traded shots in the middle innings of the series finale of their six-game set, but it was Reno that had the last laugh to split the series as they secured a 6-4 victory on Sunday. For a second straight
Rallies Not Enough for Sacramento against Reno
RENO, Nev. – The Sacramento River Cats did their best to keep up with the bats of the Reno Aces on Saturday, but six unanswered runs in the second through the fourth innings sent Reno on their way to a victory over Sacramento by a score of 12-5. Tonight marked
Sacramento Suffers First Road Loss at Hands of Reno
RENO, Nev. – All good things must come to an end, and so did the unblemished road record for the Sacramento River Cats as they were handed a 9-1 defeat at the hands of the Reno Aces in game four of their series on Friday. The Aces (3-3) took the
Cats Need Extras Once More to Top Reno 9-8
RENO, Nev. – Thursday marked another extra-innings game for the Sacramento River Cats, their third in seven games this season, and they walked out victorious in comeback fashion capped off by a solo homer from Heliot Ramos as the deciding run in an 11-inning 9-8 victory over the Reno Aces.
Cats Run to 12-7 Victory Over Reno
RENO, Nev. – The Sacramento River Cats continued their high-scoring ways during game two of their series against the Reno Aces, tallying multiple runs in four of nine innings en route to a 12-7 victory on Wednesday. Two quick outs were no deterrent for the River Cats (4-1) in the
Sacramento Secures 12-Inning, 9-8 Victory in Battle Against Reno
WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Tuesday’s series opener between the Sacramento River Cats and the Reno Aces had a little bit of everything including scoring in eight innings, a pair of two-homer games, and even a position player earning the victory on the mound as Sacramento was able to hold on
Cats Fight to End but Split Doubleheader
WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Fans of pitching were in for a treat in the doubleheader on Sunday between the Sacramento River Cats and the Salt Lake Bees, as the two sides kept each other at bay and wound up splitting the twin bill after Sacramento took game one by a
New Gold Diamond Membership Coming to Sutter Health Park
WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Some of the best views inside Sutter Health Park are about to get even better, as the Sacramento River Cats have announced the addition of the new Gold Diamond Membership, an elevated luxury seating experience. The new Gold Diamond Membership will be for tickets in either
Wisely Walks Cats to Victory In 2024 Season Opener
WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. – It took a day longer than it was originally scheduled for, but the Sacramento River Cats celebrated their first win of the 2024 season in walk-off style thanks to a solo home run from Brett Wisely in the bottom of the ninth to give Sacramento a
Friday, March 29 River Cats Season Opener Postponed
WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Tonight’s season-opening contest for the Sacramento River Cats has been postponed due to rain. The River Cats and the Salt Lake Bees will make up tonight’s scheduled game with a doubleheader on Sunday, March 31. Both contests will be scheduled seven-inning contests, with the first game
River Cats Bigger Than Giants in Exhibition Contest
WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. – WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. – In a rare battle between a parent club and its affiliate, the Sacramento River Cats showed their big-league fortitude against the San Francisco Giants, staking a 5-0 lead before ultimately sealing an 8-1 win on Sunday. Immediately the River Cats went to
River Cats to Sponsor Divide Little League, Gold Country Girls Softball
WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Continuing a dedication to youth sports, the Sacramento River Cats have announced they will be sponsoring two youth baseball and softball leagues for the 2024 season, providing jerseys and hats for both Gold Country Girls Softball and Divide Little League. For the first time as an
The Nine: Garvin Alston—Beyond the Dugout
Throughout February, MLB, MiLB and the Sacramento River Cats will celebrate the contributions and achievements of the Black baseball community, past and present, during Black History Month.
Sacramento River Cats Announce 2024 Coaching Staff
WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. – With the first game of the season just 37 days away, the Sacramento River Cats, proud Triple-A affiliate of the San Francisco Giants, have announced their full coaching staff for the 2024 baseball season. The 2024 coaching staff features three returning coaches in Manager Dave Brundage,
Annual River Cats Preseason Party Announced for March 3
WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Ready for the beginning of baseball season? The Sacramento River Cats, proud Triple-A affiliate of the San Francisco Giants, are celebrating their 25th anniversary season and the start of the 2024 campaign with their annual Preseason Party on Sunday, March 3. Gates for the Preseason Party
The Nine 2024
Throughout February, MLB, MiLB and the Sacramento River Cats will celebrate the contributions and achievements of the Black baseball community, past and present, during Black History Month. While some of these standout performers went on to long and illustrious Major League careers, others simply had great Minor League careers or,