Tag: Syracuse Chiefs
SU alumnus Sean McDonough shares experiences of calling variety of sports
The ESPN broadcaster spoke about his time at Syracuse as a student, some of his favorite calls and his play-by-play preparation. Read More »
Rajai Davis still ‘specializes’ in speed, even as the Syracuse Mets’ oldest player at 38
Davis said he still feels 25, and he’s already stolen two bases this season. Read More »
‘The Met Effect’: For Syracuse baseball, an introduction to the major leagues
After years of community ownership, Opening Day 2019 was the first step toward stability for the Syracuse Mets. Read More »
Now there are 2 Mets teams in New York
Syracuse previously was affiliated with the Washington Nationals before being purchased by the New York Mets. Read More »
Jason Smorol wants Syracuse to come out to the ballgame
Over the past five years, the Chiefs general manager has led an overhaul at NBT Bank Stadium. Read More »
Syracuse’s Challenger Baseball League culminates 36th season
Syracuse is home to the largest Challenger Baseball league in the country, touching 280 people with disabilities. Read More »
Baseball’s next big player, Vladimir Guerrero Jr., was in Syracuse this weekend
The highest-rated minor league player was in Syracuse on Labor Day Weekend, drawing a good number of his own supporters. Read More »
Syracuse Chiefs to embrace inclusivity with 3rd annual Pride Night
For the third straight year, the Syracuse Gay and Lesbian Chorus will be performing the national anthem before Friday’s game. Read More »
‘Duel for the Dishes’: The night the Syracuse Chiefs become the Salt Potatoes
The Syracuse Chiefs played as the Salt Potatoes against the Rochester Red Wings, playing as the Plates. Read More »
Syracuse Chiefs’ imminent name change sparks community debate
The New York Mets — which bought the Chiefs from the Washington Nationals last year — plan to change the name of the team in 2019, which has sparked debate in the Syracuse community. Read More »
Celebrate the return of the sun with these Syracuse outdoor activities
Celebrate the start of summer by soaking up the sun in these local spots. Read More »
Syracuse Chiefs’ manager Randy Knorr still hopes to continue his career into the big leagues
Randy Knorr’s players respect him because he lived the minor league grind. Now, he wants to take his “old school” managing style to the majors. Read More »
Camp Good Days nears 40 years of supporting CNY families affected by cancer, anemia
The organization offers day programs and summer camps for children with cancer and sickle cell anemia and their families. Read More »
An ownership change could be what the Syracuse Chiefs need to stay in business
Business columnist Adam Friedman explains what a change in ownership means for the local baseball team. Read More »
Gov. Andrew Cuomo, officials announce Syracuse Chiefs sale to New York Mets
If approved, the transaction would move the Chiefs under the Mets’ complete ownership. Read More »
This man heckled so well the Syracuse Chiefs gave him tickets
Lloyd Broadnax’s struggles brought him from Brooklyn to Syracuse, where he has become a recognizable voice at The Chiefs’ NBT Bank Stadium. Read More »
Pitch clock, in attempt to improve pace of play, yields mixed results in the minor leagues
To combat the length of baseball games, MLB is using a pitch clock in the minor leagues, the Syracuse Chiefs included. Read More »
Kick off summer by swinging into a Syracuse stadium or speedway
From baseball to soccer to racing, summer sports in Syracuse can be a fun, cheap time for friends and family. Read More »
Making weekend plans? Pulp's got you covered
Mark your calendars for all these things you could be doing in Syracuse this weekend. Read More »
Q&A with Sean McDonough: Monday Night Football broadcaster talks background, experience
The Daily Orange sat down with McDonough after he spoke in Newhouse 3 on Tuesday to talk more about his background and experience in the field of journalism. Read More »
Monday Night Football play-by-play commentator talks career, lessons in broadcasting
McDonough recounted parts of his career in the sports broadcasting field, from covering the Syracuse Chiefs in the minor leagues, to reaching the Boston Red Sox and eventually CBS. Read More »
Syracuse Chiefs look to improve on league-worst 2014 attendance numbers
Minor league baseball teams are having to rely on entertainment and promotions to bring fans out to the ballpark. As the Chiefs are set to have their home opener at NBT Bank Stadium on Thursday, the club will look to rebound from a season in which it placed last in the International League in attendance. But now second-year general manager Jason Smorol is confident that there’s a turnaround coming up. Read More »
