Introducing the Michigan Snowbirds!
MICHIGAN SNOWBIRDS FLOCKING TO LMCU BALLPARK AUGUST 1st Comstock Park, MI — Wednesday, March 11, 2026 — The West Michigan Whitecaps are thrilled to introduce their latest identity, the Michigan Snowbirds! Equal parts celebration and spectacle, the Michigan Snowbirds are a love letter to everything that makes Midwest summers worth
'Caps Come Up Short in 5-3 Loss
COMSTOCK PARK, MI – The West Michigan Whitecaps rallied late but couldn’t complete the job, falling to the Lake County Captains 5-3 in front of 5,027 fans Sunday afternoon at LMCU Ballpark. The ‘Caps scored two runs in the ninth inning on a two-run single by Junior Tilien, but it
'Caps Fall to Captains in Ten, 3-2
COMSTOCK PARK, MI – Despite a strong showing from the West Michigan Whitecaps pitching staff, it was one swing that doomed them in a 3-2 extra-innings loss in front of 5,071 fans Saturday afternoon at LMCU Ballpark. Whitecaps pitchers held the Lake County Captains to 1-for-15 with runners in scoring
Pennington Carries ‘Caps in Walk-Off, 7-6
COMSTOCK PARK, MI – West Michigan Whitecaps first baseman Garrett Pennington played the hero, delivering the two biggest swings of the night in a 7-6 walk-off victory over the Lake County Captains on Friday night at LMCU Ballpark. WATCH: PENNINGTON WALKS IT OFF Pennington finished 3-for-5 with a run scored
‘Caps Fall to Captains, 7-1
COMSTOCK PARK, MI – The West Michigan Whitecaps took an early lead but couldn’t build on it, as Lake County Captains pitchers stifled the 'Caps offense in a 7-1 loss Thursday night at LMCU Ballpark. Whitecaps catcher Ricardo Hurtado delivered a solo home run in the first inning — his
‘Caps Sink Captains, 7-1
COMSTOCK PARK, MI – West Michigan Whitecaps starting pitcher Hayden Minton escaped a couple of early jams as infielder Junior Tilien added the biggest swing of the day in a 7-1 win over the Lake County Captains in front of 4,008 fans Wednesday at LMCU Ballpark. Minton left six total
‘Caps Win Streak Snapped in 4-2 Defeat
COMSTOCK PARK, MI – The West Michigan Whitecaps saw their seven-game winning streak come to an end as part of a 4-2 loss to the Lake County Captains Tuesday night at LMCU Ballpark. Despite allowing three solo home runs, Whitecaps pitchers held Lake County to just one hit after the
‘Caps Go Deep for Six-Game Sweep
LANSING, MI – The West Michigan Whitecaps used two huge home runs and a great performance from various members of the pitching staff to complete a six-game sweep Sunday at Jackson Field with a victory by the final score of 12-4. West Michigan plated its first seven runs on just
‘Caps Jump into First-Place Tie with 9-5 Win
LANSING, MI – The West Michigan Whitecaps used outstanding defense to stake themselves to an early lead before the bats took over in the later innings as part of a 9-5 victory over the Lansing Lugnuts Saturday at Jackson Field. The Whitecaps got multiple diving catches and a slick play
Pennington Powers 'Caps to Doubleheader Sweep
[email protected] FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Whitecaps Media Department Pennington Powers 'Caps to Doubleheader Sweep LANSING, MI — West Michigan Whitecaps infielder Garrett Pennington delivered two massive swings as the pitching staff stifled the Lansing Lugnuts offense, winning the first game 6-4 before following with a 4-1 victory to complete the doubleheader
Whitecaps-Lugnuts Postponed; Doubleheader Friday
LANSING, MI — The West Michigan Whitecaps experienced their first postponement of the 2026 season, as their Thursday night contest against the Lansing Lugnuts was rained out due to unplayable field conditions. Constant rain moving through Lansing began in the early hours of Thursday morning and continued throughout the day,
Whitecaps Walk to 7-5 Win in Lansing
LANSING, MI – The West Michigan Whitecaps put themselves back over the .500 mark with a 7-5 win over the Lansing Lugnuts on Wednesday night at Jackson Field, giving them a three-game winning streak for the first time this season. The Whitecaps were as patient as they were aggressive, drawing
‘Caps Ride Extra Effort to 8-6 Win
LANSING, MI – The West Michigan Whitecaps offense was clicking on all cylinders Tuesday night, as the team clubbed a season-high nine extra-base hits as part of an 8-6 win over the Lansing Lugnuts at Jackson Field. An early onslaught by West Michigan set the tone early, with three extra-base
'Caps Steal 4-3 Win in Series Finale
COMSTOCK PARK, MI – The West Michigan Whitecaps weathered a late offensive push from the Great Lakes Loons, while ‘Caps outfielder Andrew Sojka delivered the biggest swing in his debut in a 4–3 win Sunday afternoon at LMCU Ballpark. The Loons brought the potential go-ahead run to the plate in
Dobbins, Pennington Go Deep in Defeat
COMSTOCK PARK, MI – The West Michigan Whitecaps and Great Lakes Loons exchanged blows in a game that featured four combined home runs, but a four-run third inning proved too much to overcome in a 9–4 loss Saturday afternoon at LMCU Ballpark. ‘Caps catcher Hunter Dobbins hit the second home
Whitecaps Drop Close Contest to Great Lakes
COMSTOCK PARK, MI – The West Michigan Whitecaps were snakebitten by strikeouts as part of a 3-2 loss to the Great Lakes Loons on Friday night at LMCU Ballpark. Whitecaps starting pitcher Lucas Elissalt ran into trouble in just one inning, as Great Lakes plated three runs in the third
‘Caps Come Up Short in 5-2 Defeat
COMSTOCK PARK, MI – The West Michigan Whitecaps gave up an early lead as the bats went ice cold, managing just two hits in a 5–2 loss to the Great Lakes Loons Thursday night at LMCU Ballpark. West Michigan batters struck out 14 times while finishing 0-for-2 with runners in
Whitecaps get First Home Win in ‘26
COMSTOCK PARK, MI – The West Michigan Whitecaps rallied late as the bullpen weathered a late storm from the Great Lakes Loons in a 5–2 win Wednesday afternoon at LMCU Ballpark. West Michigan piled on three runs in the eighth inning on the strength of five hits—highlighted by an RBI
‘Caps Fall in Home Opener, 7-3
COMSTOCK PARK, MI – The West Michigan Whitecaps offense went cold as they dropped their home opener to the Great Lakes Loons, 7–3, in front of 4,352 fans on a chilly Tuesday night at LMCU Ballpark. The Whitecaps managed just three hits while finishing 1-for-7 with runners in scoring position—coming
Whitecaps Settle for Series Win in 6-3 Defeat
EASTLAKE, OH – The West Michigan Whitecaps struggled to solve tough opposing pitching as part of a 6-3 loss to the Lake County Captains on Saturday afternoon at Classic Park. West Michigan heads home for Opening Night at LMCU Ballpark with a series victory and a winning record in advance
‘Caps Big Seventh Highlights Friday Rally, 6-4
EASTLAKE, OH – West Michigan Whitecaps outfielder Patrick Lee delivered offense in key moments as the ‘Caps pitching staff weathered a late rally in a 6-4 seesaw win over the Lake County Captains Friday evening at Classic Auto Group Park. Lee finished the game with three RBI and a run
Whitecaps Post Fourth Straight Opening Day Shutout
EASTLAKE, OH – The defending Midwest League champion West Michigan Whitecaps have made a habit of keeping opposing offenses quiet in season openers, with the latest example coming in a 1-0 shutout victory over the Lake County Captains Thursday night at Classic Park. Thursday’s win marks the fourth consecutive season
Whitecaps Announce 2026 Opening Day Roster
Whitecaps Roster Returns with Championship-Level Talent 14 Midwest League Title Winners Head Back to West Michigan COMSTOCK PARK, MI – The West Michigan Whitecaps will have plenty of players with winning experience headed to Comstock Park, with 14 players who were part of the 2025 Midwest League title team on
Whitecaps Reveal New Menu Items for the 2026 Season
WHITECAPS ROLL OUT NEW FOOD AND BEVERAGE ITEMS FOR 2026 Fans heading to LMCU Ballpark this season should come hungry! If there's one thing the West Michigan Whitecaps are known for (besides great baseball), it's delivering a ballpark food experience that hits it out of the park every year, and
WHITECAPS INTRODUCE WAVE ‘N’ SAVE MENU FOR 2026 SEASON
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Eight Fan-Favorite Concession Items Available for Just $5 where fans can Ride the Wave of Savings All Season Long at LMCU Ballpark
Comstock Park, MI — Monday, March 16, 2026 — The West Michigan Whitecaps and LMCU Ballpark are making it