Naturals marketing and PR manager Regina Van Henkelum was kind enough to send along photos and descriptive text, so I'll hand the reins over to her (her words are italicized). Asa Lacy, the top-ranked pitching prospect in the Kansas City Royals' organization, heads a deep, talented Naturals rotation. April 19, 2023. 13) should fill out the middle of the batting order along with Witt Jr. Pratto was a first-round pick in 2017, but has struggled with making contact. Jerry Springer, daytime TV talk show trendsetter, died Thursday at the age of 79. "So it just makes everything comfortable. Naturals Suffer 5-1 Setback Thursday PROMOTIONS Arrive early on Friday night for a Bullpen Party from 5:45pm until 6:45pm at The Bullpen concession stand. Tolbert might be playing three days a week at short, two days a week at center and one at second, which is probably not the greatest way to have a great defensive club It has nothing to do with Tollie just has to do with a player trying to play multiple positions. Catcher Luca Tresh drew a bases-loaded walk to score a run and designated hitter Robbie Glendinning drove in another with an infield single for a 3-0 Naturals' lead. They were part of the Quad Cities team that won the High-A Central championship a year ago. group outings available for 2023 season | Naturals Hard-throwing right-handers Jonathan Bowlan (No. The Naturals wasted a scoring chance in the bottom of the third. Melendez is regarded as an outstanding defensive catcher. All rights reserved. Lacy is joined by Quad Cities teammates Anthony Veneziano and Dante Biasi. Returners Headline the Naturals 2023 Roster - OurSports Central The Naturals open the season today, beginning with a three-game home series against the Midland RockHounds. Remembering the talk show host's visit to Northwest Arkansas. Northwest Arkansas cut down a Sod Poodle runner at the plate to end the top of the fifth. Will Myers broke into Double-A as the youngest player on the Naturals' roster at 20-years of age and one of the most publicized prospects at the time. Associated Press text, photo, graphic, audio and/or video material shall not be published, broadcast, rewritten for broadcast or publication or redistributed directly or indirectly in any medium. First baseman/catcher Gavin Stupienski saw one at-bat last May with the Naturals after signing as a free agent but spent much of 2021 in Quad Cities. The list of prospects includes returning pitchers Jonathan Bowlan (No. The Naturals came back to load the bases with nobody out and took a 1-0 lead on John Rave's RBI single. I'm working on a splitter a little bit, too, but I'll still use both.". An official Opening Night roster will be finalized prior to the home opener against the Midland RockHounds (Double-A Affiliate of the Oakland As) on Thursday, April 6th. All Rights Reserved, The Official Site of the Northwest Arkansas Naturals, Marvel's Defenders of the Diamond Collection, Naturals Homestand Highlights: May 2 - May 7, Veneziano Carves in 6-3 Series Finale Win, Naturals Mount Massive Comeback, Win in 12 Innings, Naturals Suffer Friday Night Heartbreaker in 10 Innings, Naturals Fall 10-2 on Wednesday Afternoon. Transaction. Tristin English responded with a blast of his own in the top of the ninth to seal a 6-2 final score, with the Naturals dropping to 7-8 on the season. ----------------------------------------------------. Jerry Springer, daytime TV talk show trendsetter, died Thursday at the age of 79. naturals homestand highlights may 2 7 2023 | Naturals 2010 Northwest Arkansas Naturals - Roster - The Baseball Cube By Benjamin Hill @BensBiz. Witt Jr,. Returners Headline the Naturals 2023 Roster Fans that arrive early will enjoy 'Happy Hour drink specials & $2 BBQ Sliders or a special 6 for $8 deal from 4:30-5:30 p.m. Print Headline: Naturals roster full of experience. He spent two brief stints in the big leagues as a player in 1992 and 1993. Northwest Arkansas Naturals | MiLB.com Means teamed up with third baseman/outfielder Nathan Eaton, both with the Quad Cities River Bandits last season and also in the Arizona Fall League. Date. Game time is 7:05 p.m. Shields, 58, served as the manager of the Wilmington Blue Rocks in 2021. 38). Springer was a huge baseball fan -- he loved the Yankees, and for a time, had season tickets for the Florida State League's Sarasota Red Sox. Widger guided the River Bandits to the title in just his second season of managing in the affiliated minor leagues and was named Minor League Manager of the Year by Baseball America. 4), Loftin (No. Jerry! None of the Naturals' pitching staff has ever spent time in Northwest Arkansas and only five of the position players have previous experience with the Naturals. "He gave me some really good advice about handling that this season and what I'll be doing pregame.". 11), OF Nick Loftin (No. He hit just .262 with one home run in his only professional regular-season minor league experience. The Naturals will announce their promotional schedule in February, 2022. Neither these AP materials nor any portion thereof may be stored in a computer except for personal and noncommercial use. Catchers (3): Tyler Cropley, Sebastian Rivero, Logan Porter, Infielders (7): Nathan Eaton, Maikel Garcia, Robbie Glendinning, Ryan Grotjohn, Michael Massey, Jake Means, Gavin Stupienski, Outfielders (4): Tucker Bradley, Nick Loftin, Seuly Matias, John Rave. The Naturals offer discounted group tickets. 30) in their Top-30 for the Royals organization as well. So that's gonna be a challenge.". "There's a familiarity there between me and the players and our coaching staff.". Top prospect Lacy headlines Naturals pitching staff The phenom infielder will be joined by fellow first-round pick Nick Pratto, who has made. By Naturals PR Department April 4, 2023 SPRINGDALE, Ark - The Kansas City Royals have announced the Northwest Arkansas Naturals' preliminary roster for the 2023 season, and it features a total of 21 players (out of 28) that have played for the Naturals in previous seasons. Witt Jr. leads a group of five of the top 16 prospects in the Royals' organization on the Naturals' roster. Northwest Arkansas Naturals - Current Roster - The Baseball Cube The Northwest Arkansas Naturals are excited to announce that group outings, party areas, and suite rentals are now available for the 2023 season. Following the first pitch, Jerry took time to sign autographs and take pictures with the fans. The Naturals breaking roster announced today - Monday, April 4th - features ten of the Royals' top 40 prospects according to Baseball America in addition to Asa Lacy (No. 1B Nick Pratto assigned to Omaha Storm Chasers from Northwest Arkansas Naturals. RHP Samuel Valerio assigned to Columbia Fireflies from ACL Royals. Neither these AP materials nor any portion thereof may be stored in a computer except for personal and noncommercial use. The Naturals have an off day on Monday before starting a six-game series against the San Antonio Missions on Tuesday with a 7:05 PM CT first pitch. Royals unveil minor league rosters for AA and A-ball affiliates Castellanos' Grand Slam Not Enough as Naturals Take Game Five MLB Pipeline ranks Lacy (No. Remembering the talk show host's visit to Northwest Arkansas. 12) will anchor the rotation. He hit 18 home runs in 64 games at three different levels, including seven in 23 games at Northwest Arkansas. and to understand that we've set the bar really high, that's for sure. In 2012, he made what may have been his only promotional appearance at a Minor League game, spending an evening at the Northwest Arkansas Naturals' home of Arvest Ballpark. 6), Marsh (No. 3B CJ Alexander roster status changed by Kansas City Royals. But most of the players will be familiar to fans and the league as 21 of the 28 have played in Northwest Arkansas before. Springer's night with the Naturals, TicketSmarter - Ticket Resale Marketplace. 12), INF. The Naturals open the Texas League season on Friday night at Springfield, then host Wichita in a rematch of last year's championship series on Tuesday night in Arvest Ballpark. The Kansas City Royals have announced the Northwest Arkansas Naturals' preliminary roster for the 2023 season, and it features a total of 21 players (out of 28) that have played for the. Continue the weekend fun with a Bullpen Party prior to every Saturday night home game. After wrapping up BP, Mr. Springer visited the Naturals clubhouse and discussed strategy with skipper Brian Poldberg. (00:53), Minor League Baseball trademarks and copyrights are the property of Minor League Baseball. Springer was a huge baseball fan -- he loved the Yankees, and for a time, had season tickets for the Florida State League's Sarasota Red Sox. "I just asked him about how he goes about his business in practices as far as getting his reps on the infield and in the outfield," Loftin said. The two teams continue their six-game series on Wednesday with a 7:05 PM CT first pitch. The Northwest Arkansas Naturals will return to Arvest Ballpark on Tuesday, April 12th at 7:05 p.m. when they play host to the Wichita Wind Surge (Double-A Minnesota Twins) for the 2022 home opener. Minor League Baseball trademarks and copyrights are the property of Minor League Baseball. The AP will not be held liable for any delays, inaccuracies, errors or omissions therefrom or in the transmission or delivery of all or any part thereof or for any damages arising from any of the foregoing. Neither these AP materials nor any portion thereof may be stored in a computer except for personal and noncommercial use. The AP will not be held liable for any delays, inaccuracies, errors or omissions therefrom or in the transmission or delivery of all or any part thereof or for any damages arising from any of the foregoing. "My sense of it is we've got a talented pitching staff," Shields said. Copyright 2023, Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, Inc. wil myers inducted into naturals hall of fame | Naturals - The Northwest Arkansas Naturals will return home on Tuesday, May 2nd for a six-game series against the Wichita Wind Surge (Double-A Affiliate of the Minnesota Twins) at Arvest Ballpark through Sunday, May 7th. . Northwest Arkansas Naturals - Current Roster - The Baseball Cube | Stats and Data TODAY PLAYERS TEAMS/SCHOOLS LEAGUES STATISTICS DRAFT/PROSPECTS MISC RESEARCH Northwest Arkansas Naturals Current Roster Team List Shop @ eBay team name Northwest Arkansas Naturals league name Texas League level AA MLB Parent Kansas City Royals He was tapped as the seventh manager in Naturals' history as they begin their 15th season. Second baseman Michael Massey and Nick Loftin should provide a nice 1-2 punch for the Naturals. Glendinning recorded 76 RBI. In 134 career games in Northwest Arkansas, he hit.279 with 21 home runs, 34 doubles, and 79 RBI. Northwest Arkansas Naturals Manager Tom Shields throws batting practice during a workout Tuesday at Arvest Ballpark in Springdale. The Naturals won just 58 games a year ago and had the worst record in the Texas League. Do you wish to continue? Manage Settings The official Opening Night roster will be finalized prior to the road opener against the Springfield Cardinals on Friday, April 8th. (NWA Democrat-Gazette/Charlie Kaijo), Jorge Bonifacio and the Northwest Arkansas Naturals open the season today against the Midland RockHounds at Arvest Ballpark in Springdale. Little-known fact about Mr. Springer, he is a switch-hitter. The consent submitted will only be used for data processing originating from this website. All rights reserved. John Rave then drew a walk. Atlanta Braves traded OF Drew Waters, RHP Andrew Hoffmann and 3B CJ Alexander to Kansas City Royals for Draft Pick. This document may not be reprinted without the express written permission of Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, Inc. Material from the Associated Press is Copyright 2023, Associated Press and may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. They tied for the batting title in the High-A Central last season, while Massey was stellar defensively, earning a gold glove. He is coming off Tommy John surgery in 2021 and went 1-4 with a 5.92 ERA in 62.1 innings last season. is rated as the Royals' top prospect by Baseball America and comes in at No. Texas League ( TL) - Class: AA. 15), LHP Angel Zerpa (No. 22) while newcomers right-hander Beck Way (No. 04/03/23. He left his start on Thursday with a groin injury, Shields said. He is the son of former MLB pitcher Bobby Witt who played for the Texas Rangers. 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Pitchers (16): LHP Dante Biasi, LHP Holden Capps, RHP Christian Cosby, RHP Yefri Del Rosario, RHP Jonah Dipoto, RHP Zach Haake, LHP Asa Lacy, RHP Alec Marsh, LHP Drew Parrish, LHP Zack Phillips, RHP ndres Sotillet, LHP Anthony Veneziano, RHP Nathan Webb, RHP Zach Willeman, RHP Stephen Woods Jr. and LHP Angel Zerpa. First-round pick Asa Lacy headlines Naturals roster 3B CJ Alexander assigned to Kansas City Royals. Third party trademarks and copyrights are property of the applicable third party. Left-handed hitting utility infielder/outfielder Ryan Grotjohn was signed by the Royals this January out of the MLB Partner League American Association, where he won their league championship with the Kansas City Monarchs, while Australian native and University of Missouri product Robbie Glendinning, a right-handed hitter capable of playing second and third base, as well as shortstop, was signed this February after previously reaching Double-A with the Pittsburgh Pirates. 16 in all of Major League Baseball. Jerry Springer, daytime TV talk show trendsetter, died Thursday at the age of 79. Minor League Baseball trademarks and copyrights are the property of Minor League Baseball. Drew Parrish also returns. "I mean three base runners in the last four innings. Remembering the talk show host's visit to Northwest Arkansas. My main focus is my changeup. Myers opened the 2012 season on the Naturals roster and proceeded to set the league on fire. An official Opening Night roster will be finalized prior to the. Third party trademarks and copyrights are property of the applicable third party. July 11, 2022. The Northwest Arkansas Naturals of the Texas League is currently playing the 2022 season with a record of 27 wins and 28 losses, placing them fourth in the league's North Division. 16), and catcher Luca Tresh (No. As the Naturals left the field, Jerry wished them luck as they headed back into the clubhouse. We and our partners use data for Personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. Left-handed hitting second baseman Michael Massey was Kansas Citys 4th-Round selection in the 2019 Draft out of the University of Illinois, while corner infielder Jake Means was drafted in the 22nd Round of the 2019 Draft. [Jerry] was a hit! The Naturals got five runs in the bottom of the fifth to break open a scoreless game en route to a 5-0 win over Amarillo. In addition, the Team . 28), OF Seuly Matias (No. 2022 Northwest Arkansas Naturals - Roster - The Baseball Cube I'm curious to see how well we catch the ball because with our staff we're going to need to catch the ball. The lefthander was the fourth overall pick in the 2020 Major League Baseball First-Year Player Draft. 13), Zerpa (No. The relationships he's built in that time are a definite positive, he said. 13) and infielder Peyton Wilson (No. SPRINGDALE, Ark. returners headline naturals 2023 roster | Naturals April 27, 2023. Catcher Luca Tresh returns along with infielders Robbie Glendinning, Jimmy Govern, Jeison Guzman, Morgan McCullough, Jake Means and outfielders Parker Bates, Jorge Bonifacio, and John Rave. Not only does the group learn to play together, but they also mesh with Widger, who even had several of these players in Burlington in 2019. SPRINGDALE -- Northwest Arkansas Naturals Manager Tom Shields said at Tuesday's Media Day festivities he believes his roster has strong hitters and pitchers, but he is interested to see how well the group will play defense. The 2023 Naturals will also be well-represented in the prospect rankings as seven of the Royals Top 25 prospects according to Baseball America will be calling Arvest Ballpark home to begin the season. 2), including RHP Alec Marsh (No. Hell be joined by Nick Loftin, the 32nd overall selection in the 2020 MLB Draft out of Baylor, 2019 5th-round draft pick John Rave and left-handed hitting Tucker Bradley, whose .380 on-base percentage ranked fourth in the Royals system last season. Northwest Arkansas takes control with five-run fifth inning The former Atlanta Braves' first-round pick, who spent two seasons in the Major Leagues as a player, enters his sixth season as a manager in the Royals' organization. The Northwest Arkansas Naturals (1-2) offense was held to two hits in a shutout loss to the Midland RockHounds (2-1) on Saturday night at Arvest . The San Antonio Missions continued their six-game series against the Northwest Arkansas Naturals on Saturday night. All rights reserved. "I think if we catch the ball we're gonna play well. The Naturals breaking roster announced today Monday, April 4th features ten of the Royals' top 40 prospects according to Baseball America in addition to Asa Lacy (No. We didnt even need to call [bodyguard] Steve Wilko to keep fans in check. The Naturals breaking roster features 21 players that have played for the Naturals in previous seasons. Loftin, rated as the No. Northwest Arkansas Naturals 25-man roster for 2023 with positions, height, weight, and jersey numbers for all Naturals players. "It's really nice considering last year was my first year in pro ball," Loftin said. "It's nice because you build that camaraderie and they know what I want and I know what they bring to the table," Widger said. Royals set minor league rosters . SPRINGDALE, Ark. By Benjamin Hill @BensBiz. Thorman was elevated to the manager at Triple-A Omaha. Seven of the Kansas City Royals' top 25 prospects according to Baseball America will be Naturals. 3B CJ Alexander assigned to Northwest Arkansas Naturals. That's pretty good. 20) Anthony Veneziano (No. "Being able to throw where I want to throw it in any count. returners headline naturals 2023 roster | AppyLeague.com "So with the coaching staff and a lot of the teammates that I had coming off of a championship that we won is obviously really comforting. 15), T.J. Sikkema (No. (00:16), April 22, 2023 That practice must have helped because the pitch was right down the middle. Rave's first homer came. Poldberg was also kind enough to take Jerry into the batting cages and work on his form for the first pitch. The opinions expressed in this release are those of the organization issuing it, and do not necessarily reflect the thoughts or opinions of OurSports Central or its staff. The 2023 Naturals will also be well-represented in the prospect rankings as seven of the Royals Top 25 prospects according to Baseball America will be calling Arvest Ballpark home to begin the season. We and our partners use cookies to Store and/or access information on a device. April 27, 2023. Date. 04/03/23. The Naturals have an off day on Monday before starting a six-game series against the San Antonio Missions on Tuesday with a 7:05 PM CT. Jimmy Govern hit his second homer of the season in the Northwest Arkansas Naturals (7-8) 6-2 loss on Sunday to the Amarillo Sod Poodles (8-7). Roster. Jerry! Jerry! Springer's night with the Naturals Chris Widger is entering his first season as the Northwest Arkansas Naturals manager. The Naturals Team Store at Arvest Ballpark will now be open Monday through Friday from 12:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. starting Monday, March 6th through the end of the season. Northwest Arkansas manager Tommy Shields was pleased with the pitcher's performance. Kansas City's Bobby Witt Jr. bats against the Texas Rangers during an alternate training site baseball game, Saturday, April 24, 2021, in Arlington, Texas. In 2012, he made what may have been his only. Jerry Springer, daytime TV talk show trendsetter, died Thursday at the age of 79. Prior to the game, the local CW hosted a launch party but Jerry took time from taking pictures with fans to take BP on the field with the Naturals. The returning list of players include 12 pitchers highlighted by right-handers Jonathan Bowlan, Yefri Del Rosario, Jonah Dipoto, Andrew Hoffmann, Will Klein, Alec Marsh, and Noah Murdock in addition to left-handers Dante Biasi, Christian Chamberlain, Walter Pennington, T.J. Sikkema, and Anthony Veneziano. Associated Press text, photo, graphic, audio and/or video material shall not be published, broadcast, rewritten for broadcast or publication or redistributed directly or indirectly in any medium. That comes after the Naturals went 64-55 and tied for the second-best record in the league for the season in 2022. Location: Springdale, Arkansas.
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