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• Downtown Sky Sox Stadium? Colorado Springs wants your opinion

  May 14, 2013 5:56 PM

  Downtown ballpark proponents believe that a new multipurpose stadium would serve as a catalyst to revitalize downtown by drawing more people downtown and encouraging retail, commercial and restaurant development in the immediate area. Recent media reports and informal polls of readers and subscribers indicate a great deal of interest... more »

• Sky Sox lose road trip finale

  May 6, 2013 7:57 PM

  Fresno, Calif. - Brett Pill drove in a career-high five runs as the Fresno Grizzlies halted their three-game losing streak with a 7-5 win over the Colorado Springs Sky Sox on Monday afternoon at Chukchansi Park. Each one of Pill's run producing hits came at opportune times, starting with... more »

• Sox three-hit Rainiers in 3-1 win

  July 21, 2012 11:42 PM

  The Colorado Springs Sky Sox (51-48) completely shut down the Tacoma Rainiers (41-58) offense limiting them to three hits in a 3-1 win, with Sky Sox starter Nick Schmidt tossing six scoreless innings of one-hit baseball in the longest shutout start of his Triple-A career. Schmidt (2-2, 6.55 ERA)... more »

• Sky Sox receive presitgious Bob Frietas Award

  November 30, 2011 2:53 AM

  COLORADO SPRINGS, CO - The Colorado Springs Sky Sox are proud to announce that the franchise has been named the recipient of the prestigious Bob Freitas Award for the Triple-A classification by Baseball America, the baseball industry's premier publication. This national award is one of the most significant in Minor... more »

• Sky Sox release next season's schedule

  November 16, 2011 1:55 AM

  COLORADO SPRINGS, CO - The Colorado Springs Sky Sox have released their 2012 regular season schedule and are working hard to build on the record setting success of the 2011 season when the Sky Sox drew a franchise record 339,000 fans. All the exciting action on the field with the... more »

• Street and Lindstrom to rehab with Sky Sox

  August 21, 2011 8:32 PM

  COLORADO SPRINGS, CO - Colorado Rockies relief pitchers Huston Street and Matt Lindstrom are scheduled to begin a rehabilitation assignment with the Colorado Springs Sky Sox on Monday as the Sky Sox take on the Salt Lake Bees in a 6:05 P.M. start at Security Service Field. Both relievers are... more »

• Sox get walk-off win over Salt Lake

  August 21, 2011 1:11 AM

  Matt Macri hit a walk-off single in the 10th inning and the Colorado Springs Sky Sox defeated the Salt Lake Bees 5-4 Saturday at Security Service Field. The Sox took a 1-0 lead in the first on an Jorge Cantu RBI single. In the fifth, the Bees used small... more »

• Spilborghs to rehab with the Sky Sox

  August 20, 2011 10:38 PM

  The Colorado Rockies announced today that outfielder Ryan Spilborghs is scheduled to begin a rehabilitation assignment with the Colorado Springs Sky Sox Saturday as the Sky Sox take on the Salt Lake Bees in a 7:05 PM start at Security Service Field. Spilborghs, 31, has been on the disabled... more »

• Rockies release Sky Sox player who tested positive for HGH

  August 19, 2011 1:31 AM

  DENVER (AP) - The Colorado Rockies have released Sky Sox first baseman Mike Jacobs after he received a 50-game suspension from Major League Baseball for taking a performance-enhancing substance. In a statement, Jacobs said he took human growth hormone to overcome knee and back ailments. He apologized and said he... more »

• Giambi goes 3-3 in final rehab game with Sky Sox

  August 11, 2011 3:39 AM

  The Colorado Springs Sky Sox beat the Memphis Redbirds 7-5 Wednesday in front of 7,706 fans at Security Service Field. In his final tune-up before returning to the Rockies, Jason Giambi went 3-for-3 with RBI singles in the first, second and fourth innings to help the Sox jump out... more »

• Last chance for Sky Sox fans to see Giambi

  August 10, 2011 2:41 AM

  The Colorado Springs Sky Sox have announced a special gate opening time on Wednesday prior to the Sky Sox 7:05 p.m. game with the Memphis Redbirds. Wednesday is the last time fans will be able to see Rockies slugger Jason Giambi in a Sky Sox uniform this season. The... more »

• Last chance for Sky Sox fans to see CarGo

  August 5, 2011 4:05 AM

  The Colorado Springs Sky Sox have announced that there will be a special gate opening on Friday before the Sky Sox 7:05 p.m. game with the Nashville Sounds. Friday will be the last time that fans will be able to see Rockies superstar Carlos Gonzalez in a Sky Sox uniform... more »

• Sox split doubleheader with Nashville

  August 5, 2011 3:58 AM

  The Colorado Springs Sky Sox split their double-header with the Nashville Sounds, losing game one 19-0 and winning game two Thursday night at Security Service Field. After game one was postponed due to rain, the two teams had to wait through a two hour and thirty eight minute rain... more »

• Sox rained out - CarGo's rehab on hold for a night

  August 3, 2011 11:50 PM

  Wednesday's game between the Nashville Sounds and Colorado Springs Sky Sox was postponed due to rain. The game has been rescheduled as part of a double-header Thursday. Game one starts at 5:05 p.m. Game one of the twin bill will feature RHP Clayton Mortensen (1-5, 9.82) against RHP Mike... more »

• CarGo set for rehab stint in Springs

  August 3, 2011 10:45 PM

  COLORADO SPRINGS, CO - Colorado Rockies outfielder Carlos Gonzalez is scheduled to begin a rehabilitation assignment with the Colorado Springs Sky Sox Wednesday, as the Sky Sox take on the Nashville Sounds in a 7:05 p.m. start at Security Service Field. The young slugger is schedule to play with the... more »

• CarGo to rehab with Sky Sox - Rox lose to Phils again

  August 3, 2011 3:07 AM

  DENVER (AP) -The Colorado Rockies announced that outfielder Carlos Gonzalez will begin a rehab assignment with the Colorado Springs Sky Sox Wednesday night. Gonzalez is scheduled to play Wednesday, Thursday and Friday night in Colorado Springs. The Sox are hosting Nashville all three nights. Game time is 7:05 p.m. each... more »

• Sky Sox swept by Aces

  July 17, 2011 8:18 PM

  RENO, Nev.- Reno used timely hitting and another stellar performance by the bullpen to hold off Colorado Springs Sunday afternoon, earning its first series sweep of the season with a 6-4 win at Aces Ballpark. Despite Colorado Springs taking an early lead for the third-straight game and hitting three... more »

• Rox option Fowler to Sky Sox

  June 20, 2011 9:02 PM

  CLEVELAND (AP) - The Colorado Rockies have activated outfielder Dexter Fowler from the 15-day disabled list and optioned him to Triple-A Colorado Springs. Fowler had been out since June 7 with a strained left abdominal. The Rockies announced the move Monday before starting a three-game interleague series in Cleveland. In... more »

• Father's Day at the ballpark

  June 19, 2011 6:59 PM

  Hundreds of dads in Colorado Springs spent their afternoon at the ballpark. The Sky Sox opened up the outfield before the today's game so that dads could play catch with their kids. Father's day weekend is always one of the busiest for the ball club. It probably doesn't hurt... more »

• Sky Sox drop second straight to Storm Chasers 12-5

  May 15, 2011 8:02 PM

  The Colorado Springs Sky Sox dropped their second-straight game to the Omaha Storm Chasers 12-5 Sunday afternoon in front of 4,704 fans at Security Service Field. The Storm Chasers scored single runs in the first three innings and two in the fifth to take a 5-2 lead before a... more »

• Struggling Stewart sent back down to the Sky Sox

  May 13, 2011 9:47 PM

  DENVER (AP) - The Colorado Rockies have activated Ty Wigginton off the disabled list and placed the third baseman in the starting lineup against San Diego on Friday night. To make room on the roster, the Rockies sent struggling infielder Ian Stewart to Triple-A Colorado Springs to work on his... more »

• Sky Sox cancel game after all

  May 11, 2011 1:16 PM

  Ten minutes after confirming that the game was still on, the Colorado Springs Sky Sox now say that their game with the Iowa Cubs is canceled. The teams will play a double header tomorrow at 4:00 p.m. Customers with tickets to today's game will receive a rain check that... more »

• Game on for Sky Sox

  May 11, 2011 12:51 PM

  The gloomy weather won't stop Colorado Springs Sky Sox and the Iowa Cubs from playing baseball at Security Service Field this morning. Sox pitcher Josh Muecke (1-3 ERA 5.59)takes the mound against Cubs pitcher Jay Jackson (1-1 ERA 5.31). With temperatures expected to be in the low 30's at... more »

• Stewart makes the most of his time with the Sky Sox

  May 2, 2011 10:17 PM

  Several weeks ago Rockies third baseman Ian Stewart was optioned down to the Colorado Springs Sky Sox. Stewart was batting 0.77 at the time and didn't appear to be in sync. Rockies manager Jim Tracy told him not to look at it like a demotion. Stewart was injured most... more »

• Sky Sox lose in highest scoring season opener in history

  April 8, 2011 2:08 AM

  The Tucson Padres won their inaugural game against the Colorado Springs Sky Sox Thursday night by a score of 18-14 in front 3,527 fans at Security Service Field. Tucson would jump out to an early 7-2 on solo home runs by Aaron Cunningham and Logan Forsythe and three RBI... more »

• Sky Sox open new season Thursday at Security Service Field

  April 7, 2011 1:14 AM

  The familiar cry of "Play Ball" will be heard Thursday at Security Service Field in Colorado Springs. It's opening day for the Sky Sox. The Colorado Springs Sky Sox, the AAA Affiliate of the Colorado Rockies, kick off a brand new season Thursday night and a cast of familiar... more »

• Entire Sky Sox staff will return next season

  December 16, 2010 1:10 AM

  The Colorado Springs Sky Sox have announced their coaching staff for the 2011 campaign and the faces will be very familiar to Sky Sox fans as the entire 2010 staff returns to Security Service Field. Manager Stu Cole returns for his third season after taking over for Tom Runnells half... more »

• Sky Sox release 2011 schedule

  November 16, 2010 1:49 AM

  COLORADO SPRINGS, CO - The Colorado Springs Sky Sox have released their 2011 regular season schedule and are working hard to build on the record setting success of the 2010 season when the Sky Sox drew a franchise record 328,003 fans. All the exciting action on the field with the... more »

• Rox call up veteran Payton

  September 8, 2010 2:24 AM

  DENVER (AP) - The Colorado Rockies have purchased the contract of Jay Payton from Triple-A Colorado Springs, bringing the veteran outfielder back to the majors for the first time since 2008. The team also purchased the contract of catcher Paul Phillips on Tuesday and recalled right-hander Edgmer Escalona, along with... more »

• Rockies extend affiliate agreement with Sky Sox

  August 21, 2010 3:19 AM

  COLORADO SPRINGS, CO - The Colorado Springs Sky Sox and the Colorado Rockies have extended their Player Development Contract through the end of the 2012 baseball season, team officials announced today. The two-year agreement extends from October 1, 2010 until September 30, 2012. "The Colorado Rockies Organization is very... more »

• Rox recall Herrera

  August 20, 2010 10:18 PM

  PHOENIX (AP) - The Colorado Rockies have designated left-hander Randy Flores for assignment and recalled infielder Jonathan Herrera from Triple-A Colorado Springs. The moves were made Friday before the Rockies opened a series in Arizona. Herrera, up for his second stint in the majors this season after being on the... more »

• Rox call up Reynolds from Sky Sox

  August 20, 2010 1:05 AM

  CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Former Austin Peay left-handed pitcher Matt Reynolds has been called up to the major leagues by the Colorado Rockies. Reynolds, a 20th round selection in the 2007 draft, was 1-3 with a 2.62 ERA and seven saves and holds in 50 games with the AAA Colorado... more »

• Sky Sox ready for "Goose" Gossage Night

  August 3, 2010 11:48 PM

  COLORADO SPRINGS, CO - On Saturday, August 7, the Sky Sox will be honoring Colorado Springs' own hometown baseball hero Rich "Goose" Gossage with a special Hall of Fame celebration. As part of the festivities, the Sky Sox will be giving away collectible figurines of Goose to the first... more »

• Sky Sox bounce back to beat River Cats

  July 29, 2010 1:51 AM

  WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. - Colorado Springs starter Esmil Rogers allowed two runs over 7.2 innings as the Sky Sox toppled Sacramento 5-3 on Wednesday night at Raley Field. River Cats starter Clayton Mortensen allowed three runs (two earned) over 7.0 innings, and suffered a costly error by shortstop Steve... more »

• Bees breeze past Sox in Salt Lake

  July 27, 2010 12:48 AM

  Three Bees relief pitchers combined to allow only one run in eight and one-third innings to help Salt Lake to a 6-1 win over the Colorado Springs Sky Sox on Monday night in Salt Lake City . Bees’ starter Amalio Diaz was knocked out by the game's second batter, as... more »

• Sky Sox beat up Bees in Salt Lake

  July 24, 2010 3:31 AM

  Colorado Springs scored early and often, as the Sky Sox rolled to a 12-1 win over the Salt Lake Bees on Friday night. Colorado Springs strung together four consecutive two-run innings to open up an 8-1 lead, as all nine members of the Sky Sox starting lineup had at least... more »

• River Cats sweep Sox

  July 23, 2010 12:41 AM

  The Sacramento River Cats completed a four-game sweep of the Colorado Springs Sky Sox with a 14-9 win on Thursday afternoon at Security Service Field in front of 5,637 fans. The sweep was the first ever for either team against the other in the all-time series, spanning 115 games. ... more »

• Sellout crowd cheers Tulo in a Sky Sox uniform

  July 22, 2010 12:44 AM

  The Sacramento River Cats dropped the Colorado Springs Sky Sox Wednesday by a score of 8-1 at Security Service Field in front of a sellout crowd of 8,671 fans. The 10th largest regular season crowd in Sky Sox history saw Rockies All-Star shortstop Troy Tulowitzki begin a Major League... more »

• Tulowitzki to rehab with the Sky Sox

  July 19, 2010 9:43 PM

  COLORADO SPRINGS, CO - The Colorado Rockies announced Monday that All-Star shortstop Troy Tulowitzki will begin a rehabilitation assignment with the Colorado Springs Sky Sox on Wednesday, July 21. Tulowitzki, 25, is scheduled to play for the Sky Sox against the Sacramento River Cats (Triple-A affiliate of the Oakland A's)... more »

• Sox return from break with a loss in Portland

  July 16, 2010 1:13 AM

  PORTLAND, Ore. - Craig Cooper hit a home run and drove in three runs and Sean Kazmar provided the go-ahead run with an RBI single in the seventh as the Portland Beavers took the opening game of a four-game series with a 6-3 victory over the Colorado Springs Sky Sox... more »

• Tonight's Sky Sox game postponed

  July 8, 2010 3:39 PM

  Tonight's game between the Colorado Springs Sky Sox and the Reno Aces has been postponed because of airline travel issues involving the Sky Sox. The game will be made up as part of a doubleheader on Saturday, July 10th with the first game starting at 5:00 p.m. The games will... more »

• Fresno rallies to beat Sky Sox

  July 6, 2010 1:43 AM

  FRESNO- After spotting Colorado Springs a four-run lead in the first, the Fresno Grizzlies came roaring back to beat the Sky Sox, 8-6 at Chukchansi Park in Fresno Monday night. Daryl Maday's first Triple-A start got off to a rocky beginning, as he allowed four runs on just two hits... more »

• Tickets for Sky Sox fireworks games are going quickly

  July 1, 2010 12:48 AM

  The Colorado Springs Sky Sox Independence Weekend Fireworks Celebration is quickly selling out and fans will need to move quickly to guarantee a seat. The weekend celebration beings on Friday, July 2nd as the Sky Sox take on the Salt Lake Bees. Tickets to the game and spectacular fireworks show... more »

• Rox recall Fowler

  June 29, 2010 10:14 PM

  SAN DIEGO (AP) - The Colorado Rockies have recalled outfielder Dexter Fowler from Triple-A Colorado Springs and optioned infielder Chris Nelson to the Sky Sox. Fowler played in 46 games with the Rockies earlier this season, batting .217 with one homer and four RBIs. Nelson, the Rockies' first-round pick in... more »

• Rox De La Rosa looks solid in Sky Sox start

  June 28, 2010 1:32 AM

  Colorado Rockies rehabbing starter Jorge De La Rosa gave up only one run in six innings fueling a 5-2 Colorado Sky Sox victory over Portland Sunday afternoon at Security Service Field. The Sox broke a 0-0 tie in the bottom of the second. Travis Metcalf drove the game's first... more »

• Rainiers blank Sky Sox

  June 16, 2010 1:21 AM

  Tacoma starter Chris Seddon threw the first nine-inning shutout at Security Service Field in over eight years as the Rainiers blanked the Colorado Springs Sky Sox 7-0 Tuesday night. Seddon's stellar performance was the story of the night as the righty thoroughly shut down the Sky Sox offense tossing... more »

• Sky Sox drop opener of homestand

  June 15, 2010 1:35 AM

  The Colorado Springs Sky Sox dropped the first leg of their homestand on Monday night losing 11-6 to the Tacoma Rainiers With the defeat, the Sky Sox slip to 30-33 while the Rainiers improve to 31-30. Steve Pallazolo (1-1, 3.18) was credited with his first win of the season... more »

• Sky Sox barely hang on to beat Aces

  June 3, 2010 12:55 AM

  The Sky Sox won a wild one at Security Service Field Wednesday night, surviving a late Reno Aces rally to take the game, 8-7. The Sky Sox scored all eight of their runs in the first four innings. Matt Miller's two-run homer in the bottom of the first got... more »

• Street starts for Sky Sox on Friday

  June 2, 2010 10:45 PM

  The Colorado Rockies announced today that their closer, Huston Street, is expected to start for the Colorado Springs Sky Sox this Friday, June 4th at Security Service Field as part of his Major League rehab assignment. The relief pitcher is scheduled to throw one inning to start the game before... more »

• Aces take opener from Sky Sox

  June 2, 2010 1:44 AM

  The Sky Sox got out to a 4-1 lead but could not close and lost 7-6 to the Reno Aces in the opener of a four-game series at Security Service Field Tuesday night. Aces' reliever Jordan Norberto (3-0) was credited with the win while Alan Johnson (4-2, 2.98) took... more »

• Demoted Dexter Fowler explodes for the Sky Sox

  May 31, 2010 9:02 PM

  Finishing out their series with Portland on a strong note, the Sky Sox routed Portland 20-8 Monday afternoon at Security Service Field. The offensive explosion was highlighted by newcomer Dexter Fowler and first baseman Brad Eldred. The Rockies sent Fowler down to the Sky Sox yesterday. Fowler went 4-for-4... more »

• Sox edge Beavers in pitchers duel

  May 31, 2010 1:14 AM

  The Colorado Springs Sky Sox were able to capitalize on Kurt Birkins' second straight quality outing, defeating the Beavers 3-2 Sunday afternoon at Security Service Field. . Pitching was the name of the game. Birkins threw five innings of two-run ball. Portland plated their only runs in the third.... more »

• Sky Sox finish road trip 0-8

  May 28, 2010 12:12 AM

  OMAHA, NE - The Omaha Royals had to rally for two runs in the bottom of the ninth to "bump" off Colorado Springs 3-2, Thursday night to the delight of 6,923 fans. With two outs in the ninth and the bases full, Scott Thorman delivered a game-winning RBI single... more »

• Sox lose seventh straight

  May 27, 2010 12:17 AM

  OMAHA, NE - The Omaha Royals erupted for five runs in the first inning and cruised to an 8-1 win over Colorado Springs in front of 2,395 fans Wednesday night at Rosenblatt Stadium. The Royals have won four in a row to improve to 5-2 on the homestand, while the... more »

• Sky Sox drop sixth straight on the road

  May 26, 2010 1:38 AM

  OMAHA, NE - For the first time this season, the Omaha Royals have won three straight games at home. A large share of the credit for Tuesday's 2-1 victory over Colorado Springs goes to starter Philip Humber and reliever Blaine Hardy. Humber (3-3) pitched eight innings of one-run ball,... more »

• Sox drop fifth straight on the road

  May 25, 2010 2:43 AM

  OMAHA, NE - Anthony Lerew and Victor Marte combined to hold Colorado Springs to a single run and the Omaha Royals took the series opener 4-1 Monday night at Rosenblatt Stadium. Lerew (3-2) scattered nine hits - all but one of them singles and the only one that did... more »

• Cubs edge Sky Sox in pitcher's duel

  May 23, 2010 12:15 AM

  Iowa starter Andrew Cashner (3-0, 0.95) out-dueled Colorado Springs starting pitcher Alan Johnson (4-1, 2.25) and led the Cubs to a 1-0 victory over the Sky Sox Saturday night at Principal Park. With the win, Iowa pushed its winning streak to five and they have now won 11 of their... more »

• Cubs pound Sky Sox in Des Moines

  May 21, 2010 3:01 AM

  The Iowa Cubs blasted past the Colorado Springs Sky Sox, 11-7, Thursday night at Principal Park Thursday night in Des Moines. Welington Castillo hit a grand slam for the Cubs in the five-run fifth inning that saw Iowa bat around. Castillo recorded six RBI in the win. Iowa's... more »

• Sox take finale from Express

  May 19, 2010 1:59 AM

  Finishing off a knock-down, drag-out series at Security Service Field, the Colorado Springs Sky Sox and Round Rock Express got into another knuckle-basher - the Sky Sox prevailing 11-10. Round Rock picked up right where they left off after dominating Tuesday's restart, getting out to a quick 1-0 lead.... more »

• Sox and Express suspended on stormy night

  May 18, 2010 1:50 AM

  Monday night's game between the Colorado Springs Sky Sox and the Round Rock Express has been suspended due to rain. The game was stopped with the Express leading 9-8 in the top of the eighth inning with two outs and runners on first and second. The game will be resumed... more »

• Sky Sox game with Isotopes cancelled

  May 14, 2010 11:11 PM

  Friday's game between the Colorado Springs Sky Sox and the Albuquerque Isotopes has been cancelled due to rain. Because this was the final meeting between the two teams in 2010 the game will not be replayed. Tickets for Friday's game are considered rain checks and can be exchanged for... more »

• Olympic softball champ to appear at Sky Sox game

  May 14, 2010 2:26 AM

  The Colorado Springs Sky Sox are excited to announce that U.S. Olympic Softball Champion and two-time National Collegiate Player of the Year Jennie Finch will be making an appearance at Security Service Field on Monday, May 17 th during the Sky Sox 6:05 PM game against the Round Rock Express,... more »

• Iannetta's grand slam not enough as Sox fall to Isotopes

  May 12, 2010 2:06 AM

  The Sky Sox dropped a tight one Tuesday night at Security Service Field, falling just short of the Albuquerque Isotopes, 6-5. Jumping out in front with a quick barrage, the Isotopes plated three in the top of the third with just one out on the board. First baseman John... more »

• Sky Sox blank River Cats

  May 11, 2010 1:37 AM

  WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. - Sacramento couldn't score the tying run from third base with no outs in the ninth inning in a 1-0 loss to Colorado Springs on Monday night. After Chris Carter reached first base on a wild pitch third strike, Michael Taylor advanced pinch-runner Corey Brown to... more »

• Sky Sox bring back "Bark in the Park"

  May 11, 2010 1:32 AM

  As the dog days of summer begin to approach, the Colorado Springs Sky Sox are happy to announce that "Bark in the Park" nights at Security Service Field are once again returning for the 2010 season. On three select Wednesdays this season, May 12th, August 4th and August 25th, fans... more »

• Sox make it two straight over Grizzlies

  May 7, 2010 12:08 AM

  Though outmanned and outgunned in the first two games of their four game series against Fresno, the Sky Sox looked to carry over the momentum of Wednesday night's win to Thursday afternoon. The current homestand has been a trying one for the Sox. Combating debilitating losses in the rotation... more »

• Sox bounce back to beat Grizzlies

  May 6, 2010 2:18 AM

  Avenging their back-to-back losses at the hands of the Fresno Grizzlies, the Sky Sox took the third game of their four-game series Wednesday night at Security Service Field, prevailing 6-2. After a quiet first two innings, Fresno broke the 0-0 stalemate with an RBI single by second baseman Brock... more »

• Grizlies make it two straight over Sky Sox

  May 5, 2010 1:18 AM

  On the heels of an arduous 14-4 loss Monday night, the Sky Sox were unable to rebound, dropping their second straight, 9-6 to Fresno at Security Service Field Tuesday. With quick surge in the first, the Sky Sox wasted no time putting the pressure on Grizzlies starter Joe Martinez.... more »

• Grizzlies explode in 14-4 romp of Sky Sox

  May 4, 2010 1:01 AM

  The Fresno bats were the story of the night at Security Service Field on Monday, as an offensive onslaught downed the Sky Sox by a score of 14-4. Leading the charge was Fresno right fielder Joe Borchard, finishing 5-for-6 with a home run and six RBI, completing the cycle... more »

• Aces pound Sky Sox in finale in Reno

  April 27, 2010 10:19 PM

  RENO, Nev.- A pair of three-run homers by Pedro Ciriaco and Carlos Corporan propelled the Reno Aces to a 10-3 victory over the Colorado Springs Sky Sox on a windy Tuesday afternoon at Aces Ballark. With the Sky Sox leading 1-0 in the fourth, Corporan belted a three-run blast... more »

• Sky Sox bounce back to beat Aces

  April 27, 2010 1:28 AM

  RENO, Nev.-The Reno Aces fell behind early and the Aces bats couldn't come back, as Reno fell 9-4 to Colorado Springs Monday night at Aces Ballpark. The Sky Sox jumped ahead 4-0 before the Aces recorded an out in the first inning, eventually taking a 6-0 lead after one.... more »

• Sox lose wild one in Reno

  April 25, 2010 10:59 PM

  RENO, Nev.- The Reno Aces trailed 10-5 heading into the bottom of the 10th inning, but a Jeff Bailey walk-off home run capped a six-run rally, giving the Aces an 11-10 victory over Colorado Springs Sunday afternoon at Aces Ballpark. With the game tied at five headed to extra... more »

• Sox and Tcaoma rained out

  April 23, 2010 10:36 PM

  Friday's game between the Colorado Springs Sky Sox (9-6) and the Tacoma Rainiers (6-9) at Security Service Field has been postponed because of snow. The game will be made up when the Rainiers next return to Colorado Springs on, Wednesday, June 16, as part of a double-header scheduled to begin... more »

• Sox edge Tacoma in rain shortened game

  April 23, 2010 1:15 AM

  The Colorado Springs Sky Sox downed the Tacoma Rainiers in a wet, six-inning game, 5-4, at Security Service Field Thursday night. Thursday night's win marked the Sox fifth win in their last six games. Following a 1:19 delay in the bottom of the sixth, the officials called the game... more »

• Sox drop slugfest to Las Vegas

  April 20, 2010 1:55 AM

  The Sky Sox lost a barn burner at Security Service Field on Monday night, 9-8, spoiling an exceptional start by recently rostered starter Esmil Rogers. Rogers was pulled after a masterful five innings, recording four strikeouts, walking none, and yielding just one hit. Leading 1-0 in the top... more »

• Sky Sox drop home opener to Las Vegas

  April 17, 2010 1:19 AM

  In front of 3,884 fans, the Sky Sox dropped their home opener to the Las Vegas 51s, 6-2 on Friday evening at Security Service Field. Pitching dominated the game early, as neither team allowed a run until the bottom of the fourth. Sky Sox starter Chaz Roe retired the... more »

• Rockies sell Murton's contract to Japanese team

  December 7, 2009 5:30 PM

  The Colorado Rockies have sold the contract of outfielder Matt Murton to the Hanshin Tigers in Japan. Financial terms of the deal announced Monday were not disclosed. The 28-year-old Murton hit .250 with five doubles, one home run and 6 RBIs in 29 games for the Rockies in 2009. He... more »

• Rockies add Giambi, 3 others to active roster

  September 1, 2009 6:39 PM

  The Colorado Rockies have added former AL MVP Jason Giambi to its active roster. The Rockies on Tuesday also added right-hander Joel Peralta, left-hander Randy Flores and catcher Paul Phillips. The 38-year-old Giambi signed a minor league contract with the Rockies Aug. 24 and was assigned to Triple-A Colorado Springs.... more »