Yankees to Utilize PNC Field as Club's Alternate Training Facility
For Immediate Release: July 6, 2020 MOOSIC, Pa. -- The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders announced the club will host the New York Yankees at PNC Field in Moosic, PA as an alternate training facility for the 2020 season. Workout dates, taxi squad roster and media availability information will be announced shortly. “The
Minor League Baseball announces cancellation of 2020 season
MOOSIC, Pa. -- Minor League Baseball has announced that the entire 2020 season has been canceled due to COVID-19. This unprecedented decision was made in conjunction with Major League Baseball to best protect fans, players and staff in each of the 160 MiLB cities across the United States and Canada.
RailRiders offering Season Ticket Members options due to 2020 uncertainty
MOOSIC, PA (June 9, 2020) – Due to the delay of the 2020 season and its current uncertainty, the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders are now offering their season ticket holders flexible options to rollover their tickets or receive a refund. “While we all miss having baseball and seeing our fans at PNC
RailRiders hosting Family to Family emergency food drive-thru May 27
MOOSIC, PA (May 21, 2020) – The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders will serve as the hosts for the Family to Family Emergency Drive-Thru Food Giveaway on May 27. The event is run by the Friends of the Poor in response to the global health pandemic and will take place in the parking
CommUNITY First: SWB partners with MiLB
MOOSIC, PA (April 28, 2020) – The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders have announced that they are joining MiLB CommUNITY First, a new national initiative developed by Minor League Baseball™ (MiLB™) in conjunction with Feeding America®, to raise funds for local food banks and to honor individuals risking their lives on the front
Virtually Playing: RailRiders gaming with IL clubs
MOOSIC, PA (April 28, 2020) – As teams across the country await the start of the 2020 season, clubs from the International League have banded together to form an online competition on PS4 using MLB The Show20. Play begins this week with 10 teams participating. The RailRiders eIL season begins
Book Smart: READing RailRoad Returns for 2020
MOOSIC, PA (April 15, 2020) – The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders are pleased to announce the return of their READing RailRoad program this spring and summer. Schools across the state have been required to remain closed for the remainder of the academic year, with continued education turning to homeschooling and online offerings.
RailRiders Statement on Delayed Start of 2020 Season
MOOSIC, PA (March 12, 2020) - Major League Baseball has suspended Spring Training operations and delayed the start of the 2020 regular season. In conjunction, Minor League Baseball has decided to delay the start of its season to a later date.
At the Top: Adams tabbed as new Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Team President
MOOSIC, PA (January 22, 2020) - On Wednesday, the Scranton/ Wilkes-Barre RailRiders officially announced John Adams as the team's new president. Members of the RailRiders ownership group were on hand to welcome Adams into his new role ahead of the 2020 season.
Something for Everyone: Daily promotions announced
MOOSIC, PA (January 16, 2020) - With Opening Day just over 80 days away, the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders are pleased to announce their daily promotions for the 2020 season. The RailRiders, the Yankees Triple-A affiliate, begin the 2020 campaign at PNC Field on April 9 against the Buffalo Bisons with a
Pinstripe Pals: Little League program returns in 2020
MOOSIC, PA (December 20, 2019) - The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders, in partnership with Maines Food and Party Warehouse, will once again offering the Pinstripe Pals program, supporting area youth softball and baseball leagues. Applications are being accepted now and 10 youth leagues will be chosen to receive a sponsorship from The
Big Gains: Football Squares promo is back
MOOSIC, PA (January 10, 2020) - With Super Bowl LIV weeks away, the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders are bringing back their great ticket promotion with the chance to win ticket upgrades and prizes. Fans can now purchase mini-plans and get involved in the RailRiders Football Squares promotion to win on February 2.
Hey Now: 2020 All-Star Season Schedule Set
MOOSIC, PA (August 21, 2019) - The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders, Triple-A affiliate of the New York Yankees, are pleased to announce their 2020 All-Star season schedule. The 2020 season will open on Thursday, April 9, at PNC Field against Buffalo, kicking off an eight-game homestand to begin the campaign.
Greatest Show: Nitro Circus at PNC Field
MOOSIC, PA (November 12, 2019) - When the spring temperatures heat up, so will the action as Nitro Circus is headed across North America with its explosive 'You Got This' tour. Nitro Circus has announced a tour stop at PNC Field on Friday, June 5, 2020, and the only way
You're Hired: RailRiders holding two job fairs
MOOSIC, PA (December 19, 2019) - The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders are holding two job fairs in January to hire seasonal employees for the upcoming 2020 season at PNC Field. The RailRiders will host the Keystone Mid Summer Classic next summer, featuring the 2020 Triple-A All-Star Game presented by the Lackawanna County
Learning Curve: RailRiders seeking interns
MOOSIC, PA (December 10, 2019) - The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders, Triple-A affiliate of the New York Yankees, are accepting resumes for their 2020 internship program. The team is seeking interns in a variety of areas and will offer both paid and for-credit positions.
Giving Thanks: Student luncheon a success
MOOSIC, PA (November 21, 2019) - The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders and their charitable arm, the SWB Pinstripes Foundation, hosted the first of two holiday luncheons on Wednesday, November 20, at PNC Field in the Geisinger Champions Club. Over 230 middle and high school-aged Life Skills and Special Education students from across
En español: reportaje sobre Deivi García
Con solo 5 pies 9 pulgadas y 163 libras, si te topas con el lanzador de RailRiders Deivi García en la calle, nunca adivinarías que estás experimentando un roce con uno de los mejores prospectos del béisbol. Pero cuando el derecho de 20 años se viste de rayas y sube
GuideRail Feature: Ready for Prime Time
Listed at just 5-foot-9 and 163 pounds, if you bumped into RailRiders pitcher Deivi Garcia on the street you would never guess that you were experiencing a brush with one of the hottest prospects in baseball. But when the 20-year-old right-hander dons SWB pinstripes and climbs the pitcher's mound there's
SWB Pinstripes Foundation hosting holiday luncheons at PNC Field
MOOSIC, PA (November 19, 2019) - The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders and their charitable arm, the SWB Pinstripes Foundation, will host two luncheons this holiday season. The first, a Thanksgiving meal, is slated for Wednesday, November 20, at 11:30 AM in the Geisinger Champions Club at PNC Field and will serve 200