Winston-Salem Dash News

Dash reveal promotional schedule for 2019 season

Taco Tuesdays and Winston Wednesdays highlight new weekly promotions

March 25, 2019 12:09 PM ET

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (March 25, 2019) - The 10th anniversary season at BB&T Ballpark is less than one month away. The 2019 season will include great promotions for Dash fans of all ages to enjoy.

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Dash unveil Traffic Plan for 2019 season

New Directions/Parking Map provides fans efficient routes to BB&T Ballpark

March 22, 2019 11:06 AM ET

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (March 22, 2019) - The Dash's 10th anniversary season at BB&T Ballpark will begin Thursday, April 11. As the organization prepares to celebrate this monumental milestone, the team has revealed new traffic plans to provide fans easy access to BB&T Ballpark. There is a 1.2-mile stretch of Business 40 near the ballpark that will be closed during the 2019 season. By taking advantage of the recommended traffic patterns below, fans can best avoid any delays in their normal ballpark commute.

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Former Dash righty Brennan makes MLB debut

Brennan becomes 53rd player in Dash history to reach the big leagues

Brennan pitched for parts of three seasons in Winston from 2014-2016. (Jody Stewart/W-S Dash)

March 22, 2019 8:56 AM ET

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (March 22, 2019) - Former Dash right-hander Brandon Brennan made his Major League debut on Wednesday with the Seattle Mariners, marking the first Dash alumnus to make their big league debut in 2019. Brennan pitched for parts of three seasons in Winston-Salem from 2014-2016.

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Free Open House returns to usher in 2019 season

Watch the Dash's first workout while enjoying $2 concessions!

March 21, 2019 3:42 PM ET

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (March. 21, 2019) - Before the Dash kick off their 10th anniversary season at BB&T Ballpark, fans can catch the team's first workout in Winston-Salem while enjoying $2 hot dogs, $2 beers, $2 soft drinks and much more! BB&T Ballpark will host an Open House that is free to the public on Tuesday, April 2, from 5-7 p.m.

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Dash to wear "Rayados" jerseys for five games in 2019

Club continues celebration with local Hispanic community as part of MiLB's "Copa de la Diversión" initiative

March 18, 2019 1:13 PM ET

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (March 18, 2019) - For the second consecutive season, the Winston-Salem Dash will be rebranded for five games as the Winston-Salem Rayados as part of Minor League Baseball's "Copa de la Diversión" or "Fun Cup" initiative, which allows Minor League teams to connect with their diverse community, embracing the culture and values that resonate most with Hispanics/Latinos nationwide.

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Dash to host Food Truck Festival on Saturday, April 13

Several popular food trucks and live music at BB&T Ballpark

March 14, 2019 10:39 AM ET

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (March 14, 2019) - As part of the Winston-Salem Dash's Opening Weekend for their 10th anniversary season at BB&T Ballpark, the club will be hosting a Food Truck Festival prior to and during their 6 p.m. game on Saturday, April 13, against the Potomac Nationals.

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Dash sign Bolt to a record 14-year extension

Contract for undisclosed amount marks the longest deal in baseball history

March 4, 2019 12:32 PM ET

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (March 4, 2019) - On the heels of Bryce Harper's 13-year, $330 million contract with the Philadelphia Phillies, the Winston-Salem Dash are proud to announce that their team mascot BOLT has signed a historic 14-year extension. The deal was for an undisclosed amount and runs through 2032, marking the longest deal in baseball history.

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Friday's Wake Forest game at BB&T Ballpark moved

Contest will be played at 3:30 p.m. at David F. Couch Ballpark

Friday's game has been moved to David F. Couch Ballpark. (Brian Westerholt)

March 1, 2019 11:11 AM ET

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (March 1, 2019) - Due to excessive rain affecting BB&T Ballpark's field conditions, Friday's 6 p.m. scheduled game at the downtown facility between Wake Forest University and Furman University has been moved to a 3:30 p.m. start time at Gene Hooks Field at David F. Couch Ballpark, which has a synthetic turf surface.

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Dash's Johnson honored as Triad Business Journal's 40 Under 40 recipient

Winston-Salem's team president led the club to new heights in 2019

C.J. Johnson enters his second full year as the Dash's team president in 2019. (Triad Business Journal)

February 25, 2019 9:34 AM ET

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (Feb. 25, 2019) - The Triad Business Journal has recognized Dash team president C.J. Johnson as an honoree of their annual 40 Under 40 List, which highlights the "brightest young stars in a variety of professions" in the local area from the age range between 21 to 40 years old.

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Former White Sox star Ron Kittle to headline Hot Stove Banquet

Banquet's proceeds to benefit Winston-Salem Sports Foundation

February 13, 2019 2:27 PM ET

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (Feb. 13, 2019) - The Winston-Salem Dash are proud to announce that former Chicago White Sox star Ron Kittle, an All-Star and Rookie of the Year honoree in 1983, will headline this year's Hot Stove Banquet on Wednesday, March 6, from 6-8 p.m. at the Flow Club inside BB&T Ballpark. Along with Kittle's appearance, there will be an impressive selection of sports and experience-based items available for auction.

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