Vince Bulik Named Blue Rocks New General Manager
Wilmington, DE – The Wilmington Blue Rocks, new Advanced-A affiliate of the Washington Nationals, today announced Vince Bulik as the team’s new general manager. Bulik most recently led ticket operations for New York Yankees’ Triple-A affiliate, the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders. He previously held management positions for the Baltimore Orioles’ minor league
Washington Nationals Extend Affiliation Invitation To Blue Rocks
Washington, D.C. – The Washington Nationals have invited the following four organizations to become Minor League affiliates in Major League Baseball’s new player development structure, pending acceptance of the invitation. Those affiliates are as follows:
Blue Rocks Well-Represented In 2020 MLB Postseason
Wilmington, DE – The 2020 Major League Baseball postseason is here, and there are plenty of former Blue Rocks to root for in the upcoming playoffs. Of the 16 MLB teams in the postseason, 18 former players represent the Rocks as a member of a 40-man roster, or as a
Blue Rocks a Finalist For Minor League Baseball Golden Bobblehead
Wilmington, DE – A first-time community program led by Blue Rocks outfielder Tyler Hill has been selected as a finalist for Minor League Baseball’s ‘Golden Bobblehead Awards.’ The announcement comes amidst an emotional time for the Minor League Baseball industry, as the 2020 season was ultimately canceled in June because
Movie Nights Make Their Return to Frawley Stadium
Wilmington, DE – On the heels of two sold-out movie nights in July, The Wilmington Blue Rocks and Light Action Productions are announcing six more events in August. Movie Nights at Frawley Stadium, presented by Bank of America, will be back with three shows beginning Friday, August 21st through Sunday,
Frawley Stadium to Host Outdoor Summer Movie Series
Wilmington, DE – Frawley Stadium will be back in action beginning on July 24th and 25th to kick off the Wilmington Blue Rocks' brand-new "Movie Nights at Frawley Stadium" summer movie series, presented by Bank of America and powered by Light Action Productions. Fans will be treated to a screening
Blue Rocks and Blue Coats Joint Campaign Raises $6,500
Wilmington, DE – The Wilmington Blue Rocks and Delaware Blue Coats are proud to announce that their joint fundraiser generated $6,500 for ChristianaCare and Nemours Children’s Health System.
2020 Blue Rocks Season Canceled
Wilmington, DE – On the heels of Major League Baseball’s (MLB) decision this past spring to suspend the Professional Baseball Agreement with Minor League Baseball, MLB has elected not to send players to its affiliated minor-league teams. As such, there will be no professional affiliated Minor League Baseball in the
Wilmington Blue Rocks 2020 Season Cancellation FAQs
On Tuesday, June 30, Minor League Baseball (MiLB) announced that the 2020 season would be canceled as a result of Major League Baseball (MLB) declaring that they would not be providing players to MiLB affiliates for the 2020 season. As such, all Minor League Baseball teams - including the Wilmington
Flashback: 2002 Carolina / California All-Star Game
Wilmington, DE – On the much-anticipated night of June 18, 2002, the City of Wilmington, the Wilmington Blue Rocks and Frawley Stadium had the Advanced-A spotlight shining down on them as they proudly hosted the 2002 California-Carolina League All-Star Game.
Flashback: 2014 Carolina / California All-Star Game
Wilmington, DE – Bakersfield teammates Kyle Waldrop and Ben Lively are moving up in the world, going to Cincinnati's Double-A affiliate in Pensacola in the second half. And they ended their California League stints in fine form Tuesday night.
Brandywine Valley SPCA To Host Second Drive-thru Pet Food Pantry at Frawley Stadium
Wilmington, DE – The Brandywine Valley SPCA (BVSPCA) has teamed up with Terra Technical Services again to hold a second drive-thru pet food pantry at Frawley Stadium to help families financially impacted by COVID-19.
My Blue Rocks Memory: Clinching a Trip to the Mills Cup Final
Wilmington, DE – As we longingly await the return of Blue Rocks baseball, the team's front office and its fans will be sharing some of their favorite memories from Frawley Stadium.
My Blue Rocks Memory: Accidentally Taunting the Home Manager
Wilmington, DE – As we longingly await the return of Blue Rocks baseball, the team's front office and its fans will be sharing some of their favorite memories from Frawley Stadium.
Kayla Knotts Named Blue Rocks Teacher of the Year
Wilmington, DE – In honor of National Teacher Appreciation Week the Wilmington Blue Rocks named Kayla Knotts the organization’s Teacher of The Year on Friday. Knotts, who teaches math and science at John Bassett Moore Intermediate School in Smyrna, received more online nominations than any other candidate.
Brandywine Valley SPCA Drive-thru Pet Food Pantry to be Held Next Week at Frawley Stadium
Wilmington, DE – The Brandywine Valley SPCA (BVSPCA) has teamed up with Terra Technical Services again to hold a second drive-thru pet food pantry at Frawley Stadium to help families financially impacted by COVID-19.
Blue Rocks and Blue Coats Partner on Delaware Together Campaign
Wilmington, DE – As the world unites in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the two professional sports organizations in Delaware are coming together to support and raise money for two of the state’s largest health providers. The Wilmington Blue Rocks and the Delaware Blue Coats today unveiled the “Delaware Together”
2019 Season Rewind: Rocks Never Say Die
Wilmington, DE – Before the Wilmington Blue Rocks would go onto playoff glory and win their first Mills Cup Championship in two decades, they had to grind their way through a memorable 140-game regular season. It wasn’t always pretty, but this team had an extraordinary knack for coming through when
Nemours Children's Health System Seeks PPE & Cleaning Supply Donations
Wilmington, DE – Nemours/Alfred I. duPont Hospital For Children, part of the Nemours Children's Health System, is seeking the public's assistance in the form of donations of personal protective equipment (PPE) and cleaning supplies as the nation continues to battle the COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic. A contactless donation drop-off location has
PPE Donation Drive Set For April 4-5 At Frawley Stadium
Wilmington, DE – Local non-profit organization Donate Delaware has arranged to host a donation drive for PPE and other essential medical supplies in the parking lot of Frawley Stadium - home of the Wilmington Blue Rocks - on Saturday, April 4 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Sunday, April
ChristianaCare Seeks Blue Rocks Fans' Support In COVID-19 Fight
Wilmington, DE – In a partnership with ChristianaCare, the Wilmington Blue Rocks are reaching out to fans regarding support for much needed medical related donations.
Blue Rocks Urge Fans To Support Local Food Establishments
Wilmington, DE – In a point in time where "social distancing" has become the norm and it feels like the only certainty currently is uncertainty, it's important now more than ever to remember that everyone is in this situation together. Amidst the unprecedented circumstances facing the nation and world right
Former Rocks Have Made it Into "The Show"
Wilmington, DE -- With the actual baseball season on hold for the time being, we decided the next best thing is to see how 2019 Blue Rocks are doing in the digital world. The hit video game "MLB the Show 20" was officially released today and plenty of former Rocks
A Letter To Blue Rocks Fans From Ownership
Wilmington, DE – As our community joins the nation and world in feeling the full impact of the COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic, Wilmington Blue Rocks owners Dave Heller and Clark Minker and General Manager Andrew Layman have written a candid letter to fans, partners & family members to address the current
2020 Minor League Baseball Season To Be Delayed
Wilmington, DE – On March 12, 2020, Minor League Baseball (MiLB) announced that the 2020 season for all member clubs, including the Wilmington Blue Rocks, would be delayed with the following statement: