Author Archives: Eli Swanson
RedHawks release 2025 schedule and home game times
Eli Swanson October 23, 2024
FARGO — With the weather turning colder and each round of daylight lasting shorter and shorter, the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks offered a glimpse ahead to summer Wednesday with the release of…
Jack Michaels named American Association broadcaster of the year
Eli Swanson September 25, 2024
FARGO — RedHawks broadcaster Jack Michaels has been named the 2024 American Association of Professional Baseball Broadcaster of the Year, the league announced Wednesday. The veteran broadcaster, who completed…
Thank you for another fun-filled summer of RedHawks baseball!
Eli Swanson September 12, 2024
With the 2024 RedHawks season officially over, the organization would like to thank all of those who made it possible. Thank you to all of our wonderful fans, host families,…
RedHawks’ season ends with Game 3 WDCS loss
Eli Swanson September 12, 2024
WINNIPEG, Man. – The Winnipeg Goldeyes scored two unanswered runs to break a tie and take Game 3 of the West Division Championship Series over the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks, 3-1, on Thursday…
RedHawks come from behind to force WDCS Game 3
Eli Swanson September 11, 2024
WINNIPEG, Man. – In a must-win Game 2 of the West Division Championship Series Wednesday night at Blue Cross Park, five RedHawks batters had multiple hits and the bullpen didn’t…
RedHawks drop Game 1 of WDCS to Winnipeg
Eli Swanson September 9, 2024
FARGO – The Winnipeg Goldeyes scored 10 straight runs on Monday night to take a 10-1 win over the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks in Game 1 of the best-of-three West Division Championship…
RedHawks advance to West Division Championship Series with win over Sioux City
Eli Swanson September 7, 2024
FARGO – A four-run first inning and a collection of pitching performances powered the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks to a 6-5 win over the Sioux City Explorers in Game 3 of the…
RedHawks drop Game 2 despite strong Colten Davis outing, will play Game 3 Saturday night in Fargo
Eli Swanson September 6, 2024
FARGO – Despite a strong outing from starting pitcher Colten Davis, the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks fell victim to a five-run seventh inning Friday night in a 7-1 loss to the Sioux…
RedHawks take Game 1 of West Division Series
Eli Swanson September 4, 2024
SIOUX CITY, IOWA -- Fargo-Moorhead scored a run on a wild pitch in the eighth inning Thursday to take a 2-1 win over the Sioux City Explorers in Game 1…
Alcantara and Chiu take home American Association honors
Eli Swanson September 4, 2024
FARGO — Two RedHawks received postseason honors from the American Association of Professional Baseball Wednesday. Infielder Marcus Chiu was named Defensive Player of the Year alongside Cleburne’s Hill…
RedHawks to take on Sioux City Explorers in West Division Series
Eli Swanson September 2, 2024
FARGO -- The RedHawks will once again face off with the Sioux City Explorers to start the 2024 Miles Wolff Cup Playoffs. Fargo-Moorhead will travel to Sioux City for Game…
RedHawks clinch playoff spot behind strong outings from Davis, Alexander
Eli Swanson August 25, 2024
FARGO – Colten Davis held the Sioux Falls Canaries to two runs and struck out four in 5.2 innings pitched Sunday evening to lead the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks to a 9-2…
4 homers, Nile Ball gem highlight big RedHawks win over Canaries
Eli Swanson August 24, 2024
FARGO – The Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks slammed four home runs and 16 hits on Saturday night and got a great outing from Nile Ball on their way to a 12-8 win…
RedHawks host season-high 5,051 fans on Friday night
Eli Swanson August 23, 2024
FARGO – The Sioux Falls Canaries pitching staff stymied Fargo-Moorhead on Friday night in a 7-1 win over the RedHawks at Newman Outdoor Field. In front of 5,051 patrons –…
RedHawks earn clutch series win over Winnipeg
Eli Swanson August 22, 2024
FARGO – Alec Olund had two hits and Izzy Alcantara stole three bases Thursday night as the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks (49-41) claimed a crucial West Division series win over the Winnipeg…
Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks to host 2025 American Association All-Star Game
Eli Swanson August 21, 2024
Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks to host 2025 American Association All-Star Game For the first time since 2007, Newman Outdoor Field will host an All-Star Game FARGO — In collaboration with the…
RedHawks drop Game 2 to Goldeyes
Eli Swanson August 21, 2024
FARGO – The Winnipeg Goldeyes kept the RedHawks off the scoreboard Wednesday night en route to a 4-0 win over Fargo-Moorhead at Newman Outdoor Field. Goldeyes starter Joey Matulovich allowed…
Alec Olund’s 4-hit night leads RedHawks to series-opening win over Fish
Eli Swanson August 20, 2024
FARGO – All 18 starters in Tuesday’s Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks-Winnipeg Goldeyes contest at Newman Outdoor Field got at least one hit as the home team held on for a 9-8 win…
RedHawks take both games of doubleheader against Lincoln
Eli Swanson August 15, 2024
FARGO -- The RedHawks hung some crooked numbers on Thursday evening to take both games of a seven-inning doubleheader against the Lincoln Saltdogs. Sam Dexter and Alec Olund each had…
Wednesday Night’s RedHawks-Saltdogs Game Postponed
Eli Swanson August 14, 2024
FARGO, N.D. -- The RedHawks' Wednesday night game against Lincoln has been postponed due to unplayable field conditions. It will be made up as part of a doubleheader tomorrow, Thursday,…
Saltdogs top RedHawks in series opener
Eli Swanson August 13, 2024
FARGO – Three players had multiple hits and the RedHawks defense made some sparkling plays Tuesday night in an 8-4 loss to the Lincoln Saltdogs at Newman Outdoor Field. …
Colten Davis shines in series finale
Eli Swanson August 8, 2024
FARGO – The Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks got a quality start from Colten Davis on Thursday afternoon, but a ninth-inning comeback bid fell one run short in a 2-1 loss to the…
RedHawks ease past RailCats behind Ball, Fernandez
Eli Swanson August 7, 2024
FARGO – Juan Fernandez had two hits and two RBIs Wednesday night and the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks took advantage of three Gary SouthShore errors and another fantastic start from Nile Ball…
Marcus Chiu’s walk-off hit caps 9th-inning rally
Eli Swanson August 6, 2024
FARGO – Marcus Chiu knocked a walk-off two-run single into left field with one out in the bottom of the ninth to cap a three-run inning and lead the Fargo-Moorhead…
RedHawks re-sign former outfielder Alec Olund
Eli Swanson August 2, 2024
FARGO — A familiar face will soon be patrolling the outfield again for the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks. Alec Olund, who appeared in 104 combined games during the 2022 and 2023…
Fargo North grad Michael Hallquist hits first pro homer in loss
Eli Swanson August 1, 2024
FARGO — Fargo North product Michael Hallquist hit his first professional home run and Nile Ball threw another gem for the RedHawks Thursday, but Fargo-Moorhead lost 8-6 to the Sioux Falls…
RedHawks drop Game 2 to Canaries
Eli Swanson July 31, 2024
FARGO — The Sioux Falls Canaries scored six unanswered runs Wednesday night to take an 8-2 win over the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks at Newman Outdoor Field. Ismael Alcantara hit a two-run…
Ismael Alcantara breaks RedHawks stolen base record in series opener
Eli Swanson July 30, 2024
FARGO — Ismael Alcantara swiped two bags to set a new RedHawks single-season stolen base record in a 4-3 loss to the Sioux Falls Canaries Tuesday night at Newman Outdoor…
Ismael Alcantara walks off All-Star Game, wins MVP
Eli Swanson July 24, 2024
KANSAS CITY, Kan. -- RedHawks outfielder Ismael Alcantara doubled home the game-winning run in the bottom of the ninth inning Tuesday night to lead the West Division to a 4-3…
Drew Ward homers, Colten Davis hurls quality start in RedHawks loss
Eli Swanson July 20, 2024
FARGO – Drew Ward homered for the second straight day and Colten Davis turned in a quality start, but the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks (37-28) lost 5-3 to the Kansas City Monarchs…
Tyler Grauer twirls one-hitter, RedHawks split doubleheader
Eli Swanson July 20, 2024
FARGO – Tyler Grauer threw a one-hitter in Game 1 of a seven-inning doubleheader on Friday night at Newman Outdoor Field to lead the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks (37-27) to a 6-0…
Kane County ekes out narrow win over RedHawks
Eli Swanson July 17, 2024
FARGO – After two straight runaway scorelines the past two nights, the RedHawks and Kane County Cougars played a tight contest on Wednesday at Newman Outdoor Field. Fargo-Moorhead ended up…
Tyler Grauer added to American Association All-Star Game Roster
Eli Swanson July 17, 2024
FARGO — RedHawks starting pitcher Tyler Grauer was added to the American Association All-Star Game roster for the West Division on Wednesday. Grauer will take the roster spot…
RedHawks bounce back with big win over Cougars
Eli Swanson July 16, 2024
FARGO – Every RedHawks starter had a hit Tuesday night as Fargo-Moorhead (36-24) raced to a 10-1 victory over the Kane County Cougars in front of 3,268 fans at Newman…
RedHawks return home, drop opener to Kane County
Eli Swanson July 15, 2024
FARGO – The Kane County Cougars scored the first five runs Monday night on the way to a 10-2 win over the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks (35-24) at Newman Outdoor Field. Six…
RedHawks drop series finale, Explorers avoid sweep
Eli Swanson July 11, 2024
FARGO – After taking the first three games of a four-game series against Sioux City, the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks (33-22) dropped a narrow 3-1 decision to the Explorers on Thursday afternoon…
Alex DuBord sets RedHawks career saves record in win over Explorers
Eli Swanson July 10, 2024
FARGO – RedHawks closer Alex DuBord broke a 21-year-old RedHawks career record with his 48th save in a Fargo-Moorhead uniform on Wednesday night to seal a 5-4 win over the…
3 RedHawks headed to American Association All-Star Game
Eli Swanson July 9, 2024
FARGO — The Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks will have at least three representatives at the American Association of Professional Baseball’s All-Star Game on July 23 in Kansas City, Kansas. Jake Dykhoff, Davis…
RedHawks rally past Sioux City in instant classic
Eli Swanson July 8, 2024
FARGO – Things weren’t looking great for the RedHawks after eight innings Monday night against the Sioux City Explorers. But scoreless and trailing by two – with only four hits…
Ismael Alcantara set to make RedHawks return
Eli Swanson July 5, 2024
FARGO — The Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks have added outfielder Ismael Alcantara back to the active roster after a stint with the Mexican League’s Rieleros de Aguascalientes. Alcantara will be available…
RedHawks rally falls just short in series finale
Eli Swanson June 30, 2024
FARGO – A ninth-inning rally fell just short for the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks on Sunday afternoon as they fell 7-6 to the Chicago Dogs at Newman Outdoor Field. Evan Alexander and…
C.J. Valdez, RedHawks even series with walk-off win
Eli Swanson June 29, 2024
FARGO – C.J. Valdez rifled a ball down the left field line in the bottom of the ninth inning Saturday to bring around Dillon Thomas from second and score the…
Jake Hjelle homers in loss to Chicago
Eli Swanson June 28, 2024
FARGO – Jake Hjelle hit his second home run of the season in front of a sellout crowd of 4,243 fans on Friday night, but the RedHawks (25-18) found themselves…
RedHawks drop series finale to Cleburne
Eli Swanson June 27, 2024
FARGO – Kona Quiggle and Jordan Siket had Fargo-Moorhead's only hits as the RedHawks dropped a 6-1 decision to the Cleburne Railroaders in front of 3,505 fans on Thursday night…
Ismael Alcantara transferred to Mexican League
Eli Swanson June 27, 2024
FARGO — The Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks have transferred the contract of Ismael Alcantara to the Rieleros de Aguascalientes of the Mexican League, the team announced Thursday. The Dominican outfielder and former…
RedHawks even series with walk-off win over Railroaders
Eli Swanson June 26, 2024
FARGO – Drew Ward hit a walk-off fielder’s choice in the bottom of the 10th inning to score Dillon Thomas and give the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks (25-16) a 3-2 lead over…
Evan Alexander homers twice in loss to Cleburne
Eli Swanson June 25, 2024
FARGO – Evan Alexander went 3-for-5 with two home runs on Tuesday night as the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks dropped an 18-11 decision to the Cleburne Railroaders in Game 1 of a three-game…
TicketSmarter: Your Passport to Fargo’s Concert Scene
Eli Swanson June 24, 2024
Your Passport to Fargo’s Concert Scene: Redhawks Edition Unleashed Welcome to the comprehensive guide for upcoming concerts in Fargo and the surrounding region! If you’re a music enthusiast eager to…
RedHawks get back on track with win over Lake Country
Eli Swanson June 20, 2024
FARGO – The Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks got eight RBIs from batters No. 3-5 in the order Thursday en route to a 9-4 win over the Lake Country DockHounds in front of…
Alcantara homers, RedHawks drop Game 2 to DockHounds
Eli Swanson June 19, 2024
FARGO – Despite an Ismael Alcantara solo homer in the sixth inning, the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks fell to the Lake Country DockHounds 5-1 Wednesday night at Newman Outdoor Field. Alcantara,…
RedHawks welcome sellout crowd for Military Appreciation Night
Eli Swanson June 18, 2024
FARGO — With the largest crowd since Aug. 7, 2018, on hand at Newman Outdoor Field, the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks celebrated their annual Military Appreciation Night on Tuesday with festivities hosted…
Ismael Alcantara’s big night leads RedHawks to series win
Eli Swanson June 6, 2024
FARGO — RedHawks right fielder Ismael Alcantara went 4-for-5 with three doubles, a stolen base and a two-run home run to lead Fargo-Moorhead to a 12-2 win over the Sioux City…
Drew Ward homers in RedHawks return, F-M falls in Game 2
Eli Swanson June 5, 2024
FARGO — In a game that lasted nearly three and a half hours and featured 18 combined walks, the Sioux City Explorers outlasted the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks for a 9-5 victory…
RedHawks activate two-time All-Star Drew Ward
Eli Swanson June 5, 2024
FARGO — One of the most recognizable Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks of the American Association era is officially back. Drew Ward, a 29-year-old two-time AAPB All-Star and the 2020 league batting…
C.J. Valdez’s walk-off homer clinches RedHawks win over Explorers
Eli Swanson June 4, 2024
FARGO — After hitting a home run in his first pro at-bat on Sunday, RedHawks third baseman C.J. Valdez crushed a ninth-inning, walk-off blast on Tuesday night to clinch a 6-5…
C.J. Valdez hits home run in first pro at-bat, RedHawks seal series win
Eli Swanson June 2, 2024
FARGO — RedHawks rookie C.J. Valdez sent an 0-1 pitch 391 feet and past Newman Outdoor Field’s left field wall in the second inning Sunday for his first professional home…
Davis Feldman leads ‘Hawks to win over Milkmen
Eli Swanson June 1, 2024
FARGO — The Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks (12-8) scored the first five runs on Saturday night and got a stellar outing from starter Davis Feldman to pick up a 5-3 win over…
RedHawks drop Friday night series opener to Milkmen
Eli Swanson May 31, 2024
FARGO — Southwest Minnesota State product Chase McDaniel went 1-for-1 with a sacrifice and a walk in his professional debut Friday night as the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks dropped an 8-1 decision…
RedHawks drop series finale to Goldeyes
Eli Swanson May 30, 2024
FARGO — A comeback bid by the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks (11-7) fell just short Friday in a 10-7 loss to the Winnipeg Goldeyes in a game delayed by rain at Newman…
Goldeyes even series, set up rubber game against RedHawks
Eli Swanson May 29, 2024
FARGO — The Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks (11-6) found themselves behind early and couldn’t find the necessary answers Wednesday night in a 7-2 loss to the Winnipeg Goldeyes (8-10) at Newman Outdoor…
RedHawks bullpen shines in series-opening win over Winnipeg
Eli Swanson May 28, 2024
FARGO — The Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks’ bullpen threw five scoreless innings on Tuesday night to seal a 5-2 win over the Winnipeg Goldeyes at Newman Outdoor Field. Home runs from Dillon…
Davis Feldman named AAPB Pitcher of the Week
Eli Swanson May 27, 2024
MOORHEAD, Minn. -- Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks starting pitcher Davis Feldman was named the American Association’s Pointstreak Pitcher of the Week for the week ending May 26, the league announced Monday. The…
Registration open for PLAY BALL Weekend event at Newman Outdoor Field
Eli Swanson May 25, 2024
For the second straight season, the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks will host an MLB PLAY BALL Weekend event in Fargo. Children ages 5-12 years old will have the chance to take batting…
RedHawks-Monarchs series finale postponed
Eli Swanson May 15, 2024
FARGO -- Wednesday night's game against the Kansas City Monarchs has been postponed due to continued rain and unplayable field conditions. The game will be made up as part of…
Sebeka native Kolby Kiser earns first win in pro debut
Eli Swanson May 14, 2024
FARGO – Making his professional debut, Sebeka, Minnesota, native Kolby Kiser threw three scoreless innings and allowed only one hit to earn career win No. 1 and help the Fargo-Moorhead…
Brenden Heiss shuts down defending champs for RedHawks win
Eli Swanson May 13, 2024
FARGO — Brenden Heiss shut down the Kansas City Monarchs (3-1) on Monday night at Newman Outdoor Field, allowing no runs and only three hits in seven innings on the…
RedHawks fall to Saltdogs in rubber game
Eli Swanson May 12, 2024
FARGO — The Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks finished off their first series of the 2024 season with a 7-4 loss in 10 innings to the Lincoln Saltdogs on Sunday evening at Newman…
RedHawks drop 9-3 decision to Lincoln
Eli Swanson May 11, 2024
FARGO -- After the thrill of a season-opening win on Friday night, the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks (1-1) dropped a 9-3 decision to the Lincoln Saltdogs at Newman Outdoor Field on Saturday…
Sam Dexter’s walk-off caps season-opening thriller for RedHawks
Eli Swanson May 10, 2024
FARGO -- Sam Dexter cracked a one-out double to deep left-center in the bottom of the ninth inning Friday night to score a runner from second and seal a 4-3…
American Association live games to be available for free in 2024
Eli Swanson May 1, 2024
MOORHEAD, Minn. – The American Association, the fastest-growing professional baseball league in North America announced Wednesday that all live games on AABaseball.TV will now be available for free to consumers. …
RedHawks bring back 2023 batting leader Dillon Thomas
Eli Swanson May 1, 2024
FARGO – Dillon Thomas, who starred for Fargo-Moorhead in 2023 and previously spent time in Major League Baseball with the Los Angeles Angels and Seattle Mariners, re-signed with the RedHawks…
RedHawks sign Cuban outfielder Yoelqui Céspedes
Eli Swanson April 24, 2024
Fargo – The Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks added another player to the 2024 roster late Tuesday with the addition of outfielder Yoelqui Céspedes. Yoelqui (pronounced yo-EL-key) Céspedes – whose half-brother Yoenis appeared in 834…