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RidgeYaks Blanked by FredNats 7–0 in Series Finale

April 26, 2026

SALEM, Va. – The Salem RidgeYaks (10–11) fell into an early hole and couldn’t recover from a Fredericksburg Nationals (14–7) offensive surge, dropping a 7–0 decision Sunday afternoon at Carilion Clinic Field at Salem Memorial Ballpark. With the loss, Fredericksburg claimed the series outright, winning four of six games in

RidgeYaks Stomped by FredNats 11-4 on Saturday Night

April 26, 2026

SALEM, Va. – The Salem RidgeYaks (10–10) dropped their second consecutive game to the Fredericksburg Nationals (13–7), falling 11–4 on Saturday evening at Carilion Clinic Field at Salem Memorial Ballpark. After a 14–4 loss on Friday night, Salem looked to bounce back and earn a share of the series against

RidgeYaks Run Past FredNats In 10-4 Win

April 24, 2026

SALEM, Va. – Led by Dylan Brown’s sensational start and Stanley Tucker's two-run shot, the Salem RidgeYaks (10-8) picked up their third victory in the last four games in a 10-4 victory over the Fredericksburg Nationals (11-7) on Thursday evening at Carilion Clinic Field at Salem Memorial Ballpark. The Yaks

RidgeYaks Erase Six-Run Deficit but Fall Short in 7-6 Loss to Nationals

April 22, 2026

SALEM, Va. – The Salem RidgeYaks (9-8) erased a six-run deficit and forced extra innings but ultimately fell 7-6 to the Fredericksburg Nationals (11-6) on Wednesday morning at Carilion Clinic Field at Salem Memorial Ballpark. After trailing 6-0 entering the third inning, Salem scored six unanswered runs to send the

RidgeYaks Topple Fredericksburg 12-2 in Series Opener

April 21, 2026

SALEM, Va. – Behind 12 runs on 14 hits, the Salem RidgeYaks (9-7) defeated the first-place Fredericksburg Nationals (10-6), 12-2, on Tuesday night at Carilion Clinic Field at Salem Memorial Ballpark. The Yaks returned home after a six-game road trip to Hickory, North Carolina, where they dropped five of six

RidgeYaks Strike For 16 Runs in One-sided win over Wilson

April 12, 2026

SALEM, Va. – Behind 16 runs, 14 hits and an 8-for-20 clip with runners in scoring position, the Salem RidgeYaks (7-2) closed their nine-game homestand with a 16-3 victory over the Wilson Warbirds (3-6) on Sunday afternoon from Carilion Clinic Field at Salem Memorial Ballpark. Devin Futrell set the tone

Wilson Snaps Salem's Five-Game Winning Streak In 6-3 Loss To Warbirds

April 12, 2026

SALEM, Va. – Despite Kleyver Salazer’s solo home run and 2-for-3 night, the Salem RidgeYaks (6-2) saw their five-game winning streak come to a close in a 6-3 loss to the Wilson Warbirds (3-5) on Saturday evening at Carilion Clinic Field at Salem Memorial Ballpark. The setback was Salem’s first

RidgeYaks Secure Fifth Straight In 5-4 Win Over Wilson

April 11, 2026

SALEM, Va. – Led by Skylar King’s go-ahead solo homer and Ethan Walker’s four and one-third innings of shutdown frames, the Salem RidgeYaks (6-1) picked up their fifth consecutive win in a 5-4 victory over the Wilson Warbirds (2-5) on Friday evening at Carilion Clinic Field at Salem Memorial Ballpark.

RidgeYaks Pick Up Fourth Straight In 2-1 Win Over Wilson

April 10, 2026

SALEM, Va. – Led by D’Angelo Ortiz’s two-hit day and four members of the Salem pitching staff not allowing an earned run, the Salem RidgeYaks (5-1) won their fourth consecutive contest in a 2-1 victory over the Wilson Warbirds (2-4) on Thursday evening at Carilion Clinic Field at Salem Memorial

RidgeYaks Win Third Straight In 6-3 Win Over Warbirds

April 9, 2026

SALEM, Va. – Led by Andrews Opata’s 2-for-3 night and Ty Hodge’s game-tying single, the Salem RidgeYaks (3-1) picked up their third consecutive victory in a 6-3 win over the Wilson Warbirds (2-2) on Wednesday evening at Carilion Clinic Field at Salem Memorial Ballpark. The Yaks have won the first

RidgeYaks Blast Warbirds In 10-2 Win

April 8, 2026

SALEM Va. – Led by Kleyver Salazar’s 4-for-5 day with two RBIs, the Salem RidgeYaks (3-1) ran by the Wilson Warbirds (2-2) in a dominant 10-2 victory on Tuesday evening at Carilion Clinic Field at Salem Memorial Ballpark. Tuesday’s game marked the first time Salem and Wilson met on the

RidgeYaks Best Shorebirds In 5-3 Win

April 5, 2026

SALEM Va. – Paced by Christian Foutch’s dominant start and Devin Futrell’s four scoreless in relief, the Salem RidgeYaks (2-1) picked up their first series win of the season in a 5-3 victory over the Delmarva Shorebirds (1-2) on Saturday evening at Carilion Clinic Field at Salem Memorial Ballpark. Foutch

ALL NEW NITRO CIRCUS TOUR COMES TO SALEM!

April 6, 2026

ALL NEW NITRO CIRCUS TOUR COMES TO SALEM! NITRO CIRCUS 2.0 TOUR PRESENTED BY RAM TRUCKS THURSDAY, AUGUST 27 CARILION CLINIC FIELD NEVER BEEN DONE. NEVER BEEN SEEN. ABSOLUTELY UNREAL. You gotta see it to believe it!100+ STUNTS. 20 ATHLETES. BUILT FOR BIG AIR AND BAD IDEAS.

RidgeYaks Fall To Shorebirds In 11-10 Shootout

April 4, 2026

SALEM Va. – Despite both Stanley Tucker and Ty Hodge’s 2-for-3 days, the Salem RidgeYaks (1-1) dropped their first game of the 2026 season in an 11-10 loss to the Delmarva Shorebirds (1-1) on Friday evening at Carilion Clinic Field at Salem Memorial Ballpark. The scoring got started early on.

RidgeYaks Win First Game on Opening Day 5-4 in Nail-biter Over Delmarva

April 2, 2026

SALEM Va. – The Salem RidgeYaks (1-0) opened a new era Thursday night with a 5-4 victory over the Delmarva Shorebirds (0-1) to win their first game in RidgeYaks identity history at Carilion Clinic Field at Salem Memorial Ballpark. After 16 years of being known as the Salem Red Sox,

The Salem RidgeYaks Announce 2026 Opening Day Roster

April 1, 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | April 1, 2026 | Salem RidgeYaks: (540) 389-3333 | [email protected] The Salem RidgeYaks Announce 2026 Opening Day Roster SALEM, Va. – It’s that time of year again! This Thursday, April 2nd at 6:35 p.m., the Salem RidgeYaks will take the field under their new identity for

Salem RidgeYaks Release 2026 Promotional Schedule

February 12, 2026

Salem RidgeYaks Debut New Identity at Carilion Clinic Field on April 2 SALEM, Va. – The Salem RidgeYaks, Single-A affiliate of the nine-time World Series champion Boston Red Sox, are thrilled to announce their 2026 promotional schedule and the launch of single-game ticket sales. Fans now have a variety of

Salem RidgeYaks Announce Partnership with New River Electrical Corporation

March 27, 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | March 27, 2026 | Salem RidgeYaks: (540) 389-3333 | [email protected] SALEM, VA — The Salem RidgeYaks and New River Electrical Corporation (NRE) expanded their partnership, reinforcing a shared commitment to community impact across the Roanoke and New River Valleys. As part of the agreement, NRE will

Salem RidgeYaks Announce 2026 Coaching Staff, Chavez Returns as Manager

January 16, 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | January 16, 2026 | Salem RidgeYaks: (540) 389-3333 | [email protected] SALEM, Va. — The Salem RidgeYaks, in conjunction with the Boston Red Sox, have announced their coaching staff for the 2026 Carolina League season. The staff is highlighted by the return of manager Ozzie Chavez and

RidgeYaks Celebrate National Girls and Women in Sports Day

February 4, 2026

SALEM, Va. — The Salem RidgeYaks are proud to partner with Minor League Baseball in support of National Girls and Women in Sports Day (NGWSD). NGWSD, which is powered by the Women’s Sports Foundation, is an annual day of observance to acknowledge the accomplishments of female athletes, recognize the influence

Salem RidgeYaks, Virginia Tech School of Communication Extend Partnership, Schenck Returns to Be the Voice of the RidgeYaks

January 22, 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | January 22, 2026 | Salem RidgeYaks: (540) 389-3333 | [email protected] SALEM, Va. – The Salem RidgeYaks and the Virginia Tech School of Communication will partner for the sixth consecutive season to broadcast all 66 RidgeYaks home games in 2026. Virginia Tech junior Braden Schenck returns for

Adventure Awaits as Salem RidgeYaks Introduce Outdoors-Themed Identity to Southwest Virginia

Inspired by Salem Community, RidgeYaks name pays tribute to Blue Ridge and region’s boundless spirit
November 8, 2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | November 8, 2025 | Salem Red Sox: (540) 389-3333 | [email protected] SALEM, VA — Adventure has a new name in Southwest Virginia as the Salem Red Sox proudly unveiled their new identity, the Salem RidgeYaks, during a free community launch party Saturday evening at Carilion Clinic

Salem Red Sox Invite Fans to Free Community Rebrand Launch Party

October 27, 2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | October 27, 2025 | Salem Red Sox: (540) 389-3333 | [email protected] November 8th Launch Party Details Announced, Unique Team Name Inspired by Community SALEM, VA — Carilion Clinic Field will host a celebration as the Salem Red Sox unveil their highly anticipated new identity during a

Salem Red Sox Put a Wrap on 2025 Season with 3-2 Victory over Fayetteville

September 7, 2025

SALEM, Va. — The Salem Red Sox (56-74, 30-36), playing in their final game under the Red Sox identity, claimed both a series win and Sunday afternoon win 3-2 over the Fayetteville Woodpeckers (69-63, 33-33) from Carilion Clinic Field at Salem Memorial Ballpark. In 2009, the Colorado Rockies turned the

 Salem Red Sox to Celebrate New Identity with Community Launch Party

August 25, 2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | August 25th, 2025 | Salem Red Sox: (540) 389-3333 | [email protected] Unique Team Name Inspired by Fans, Region will Debut Following 2025 Season SALEM, VA — The Salem Red Sox invite fans and community members alike to Carilion Clinic Field on Saturday, November 8th, as the