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Bats Bullpen Buckles in 6-4 Loss to Storm Chasers

One mistake erased a win from Louisville’s grasp on Friday
July 10, 2026

The Bats battled through a hot and sticky July evening but came up short 6-4 against the Omaha Storm Chasers on Friday night at Louisville Slugger Field.

One of the newest Bats bullpen arms, Jonathan Lavallee, came on and struck out two in a scoreless eighth inning. He came back out

Bats Return With Series Against Omaha Before All-Star Break

July 2, 2026

The Louisville Bats are back in action at home next week for their upcoming series at Louisville Slugger Field before they take time off for the MLB All-Star break. The 26th season of baseball in downtown Louisville continues with a six-game series from Tuesday, July 7 to Sunday, July 12

New Threads, Same Slug: Michael Toglia's Impact On The Bats

How Louisville's newfound power hitter has thrived in his new organization
June 19, 2026

For Louisville Bats fans, Michael Toglia is a new face, but he could very quickly become a household name and a power threat for the team moving forward. The first-round pick by the Colorado Rockies in 2019 out of UCLA has been mashing the baseball and is only just getting

How Passion and Family Have Powered Hector Rodriguez to Success

The 22-year-old's talent and perseverance have him poised for an exciting career
June 10, 2026

Hector Rodriguez is playing a long way from home, and it’s been tough at times without family. The Reds' No. 5-ranked prospect hails from Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, which is well over 1,600 miles from Louisville Slugger Field.

Growing up, Rodriguez was a star baseball player in his homeland, but he

Ivan Johnson Found Value In Versatility

How patience and flexibility are shaping one of Louisville’s most valuable players
May 28, 2026

It was Friday night, April 24 in Des Moines, Iowa, and Ivan Johnson was tasked with patrolling left field. A natural middle infielder, Johnson has learned to play most positions on a baseball field. He has adopted an invaluable role in the modern game: utility man.

The Bats had their backs

Bats Offense Stays Hot In 11-7 Win Over Omaha

Stellar defense and contributions up and down the order spark victory
July 9, 2026

The Louisville Bats defeated the Omaha Storm Chasers for a third straight night at Louisville Slugger Field on Thursday evening, winning 11-7.

Jose Acuna made his second start of the season for the Bats, his fifth career Triple-A nod. He walked the first batter of the evening, but Dayne Leonard’s strong

Rodriguez Homers Twice, Bats Pitching Hangs On For 5-4 Win Over Omaha

Brilliant middle-inning pitching and sixth-inning rally lead Bats to series-opening win
July 7, 2026

The Louisville Bats took down the Omaha Storm Chasers 5-4 on the back of solid pitching and two big flies by a new team leader in homers at Louisville Slugger Field Tuesday night in the opener of a six-game series.

Omaha struck first in the opening frame, as Kansas City Royals

Chavis Brings the Grand Finale, Walks Off Omaha in 12-8 Bats Win

Michael Chavis clinches the win with a grand slam, Hector Rodriguez adds two homers in thriller
July 8, 2026

The Louisville Bats filled the second edition of Nothing Night with nothing but action on Wednesday night, outlasting the Omaha Storm Chasers 12-8 in walk-off fashion. Michael Chavis provided a no-doubt, game-winning grand slam to bring an exciting finish to the barn burner, while Hector Rodriguez recorded back-to-back games with

Bats Drop Series Finale 6-2 Against Clippers

Solo home runs by Chavis and Urbaez provide the only offense in a losing effort
July 5, 2026

The Louisville Bats were defeated 6-2 by the Columbus Clippers at Huntington Park on Sunday afternoon. A five-run third inning by the Clippers made all the difference, as Julian Aguiar struggled and the Bats' offense could not overcome the early deficit.

In a rematch of the series-opening pitching matchup, Julian Aguiar

Bats Falter On The Fourth of July, Lose 4-1 To Columbus

Clippers take series lead after Louisville misses on key scoring chances
July 4, 2026

The Louisville Bats couldn’t light enough offensive fireworks on Saturday night, falling 4-1 to the Columbus Clippers at Huntington Park. Hector Rodriguez and Will Banfield put together multi-hit performances, but the Bats couldn’t capitalize on key scoring opportunities throughout the game.

The Bats and Clippers were nearly identical in the first

Pitching, Defense Pace Bats Past Columbus 3-1

Acuna overcomes shaky start, Leonard throws out pair of runners trying to steal
July 3, 2026

The Louisville Bats bested the Columbus Clippers 3-1 in a low-scoring affair under the lights at Huntington Park on Friday night in Columbus.

In his first Triple-A appearance since 2024, Jose Acuna failed to help himself early. He threw his first eight pitches out of the strike zone to walk the

Bats Survive With 5-3 Win Despite Late Scare From Columbus

Hendrick, Chavis each homer while pitching staff holds shutout through seven innings
July 2, 2026

The Louisville Bats survived a late comeback attempt from the Columbus Clippers and etched out a 5-3 win for their first win of the series at Huntington Park on Thursday night. Michael Chavis and Austin Hendrick each went deep in the third to put the Bats ahead, while Zach McCambley

Bats Drop Second Straight One-Run Battle In Columbus

Late Bats rally comes up just short
July 1, 2026

In a back-and-forth affair, the Louisville Bats suffered their second straight one-run loss, 5-4 to the Columbus Clippers on Wednesday night in the second game of a six-game series at Huntington Park.

The game began in an inauspicious fashion for the Clippers. Righty Justin Campbell was scheduled to make his Triple-A

Jorge's Debut Spoiled By Bats' 5-4 Walk-Off Loss To Clippers

Carlos Jorge drives in all four runs for Bats in Triple-A debut
June 30, 2026

The Louisville Bats were handed a 5-4 walk-off loss to end June after a three-run bottom of the ninth by the Columbus Clippers at Huntington Park on Tuesday night.

Louisville was the first team to threaten, as they had two men on with just one out. Clippers starter Logan Allen managed

Bats Kick Off Second Half With Homestand Against St. Paul

Backyard Baseball Night, Life Of A Louisville Bat, and Ali Night highlight the homestand
June 18, 2026

The Louisville Bats return to Louisville Slugger Field for their first home series of the second half of the Triple-A International League season. The 26th season of baseball in downtown Louisville continues with a six-game series from Tuesday, June 23, to Sunday, June 28 against the St. Paul Saints, Triple-A affiliate

St. Paul Punished by Greene's Pitching In Bats' 3-0 Shutout Win

Reds Rehab Arm Posts Outstanding Start, Saints Held to Just Two Hits
June 28, 2026

The Louisville Bats shut the St. Paul Saints out 3-0 at Louisville Slugger Field Sunday afternoon. Hitting in key spots late in the game, paired with superb pitching by familiar Cincinnati Reds faces, led to the donut hole for St. Paul and the crooked number by Louisville.

The Bats hosted Reds

Bats' Postgame Concert, Fireworks Show Postponed Saturday

Bats, Saints still scheduled for doubleheader at 3:05 p.m.
June 27, 2026

Due to inclement weather in the Louisville area, the Bronson Arroyo Band postgame concert and Independence Day fireworks show scheduled for today, Saturday, June 27, have been postponed to a later date.

The Louisville Bats and St. Paul Saints are still scheduled to play a doubleheader today at 3:05 p.m. Louisville

Bats Fall 3-1 In Game One, Game Two of Doubleheader Postponed

Emilio Pagan Makes Rehab Appearance before inclement weather moves second game to Saturday
June 26, 2026

The Louisville Bats were only able to finish one of two scheduled games on Friday night before the rain fell at Louisville Slugger Field, losing 3-1 to the St. Paul Saints prior to the second game being postponed.

Since the second game of Friday’s planned doubleheader was postponed, the two teams

Hector Rodriguez Named International League Player of the Week

Bats outfielder posted historic performance last week against Iowa 
June 15, 2026

After an incredible performance at the plate during the Louisville Bats’ series win over the Iowa Cubs last week at Louisville Slugger Field, outfielder Hector Rodriguez was named the International League Player of the Week for the period of June 8-14.

The award is the third for a Louisville player this

Bats Defeated 12-0 In Game One, Game Two Of Doubleheader Postponed

The Bats offense was neutralized before inclement weather postponed game two
June 27, 2026

For the second straight day, the Louisville Bats played one of two scheduled games on Saturday at Louisville Slugger Field, losing 12-0 to the St. Paul Saints. The second game was postponed due to inclement weather.

The game will be made up as part of a doubleheader later this season, when

Edwin Arroyo’s “Sneaky Power” Has Him Rising To The Occasion

The Louisville infielder’s dynamic play has him trending for his best season yet
May 22, 2026

As graduation season comes to a close, many 21 and 22-year-olds now have an endless number of possibilities ahead of them in their careers. But there’s one 22-year-old who may have the most direct and exciting path, and that’s Edwin Arroyo.

Arroyo has already established himself as one of the best