Articles from July 2008

KANSAS CITY, Kan. – The Kansas City T-Bones used four home runs tonight to take the series finale against the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks, 14-10, in front of 7,861 fans at CommunityAmerica Ballpark. Read More...

Leroy Wheat played for the Athletics organization his entire career.  Wheat played for Philadelphia in 1954 before the organization moved to Kansas City in 1955.
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KANSAS CITY, Kan. – The Kansas City T-Bones lost the second game of their three-game series against the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks tonight, 7-2, in front of 5,015 fans at CommunityAmerica Ballpark. Read More...

Grandma Karel Johnson, Tonganoxie, Kan., and grandson Jason Myers, Jefferson City, Mo., enjoy spending quality time watching the T-Bones play.
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KANSAS CITY, Kan. – The Kansas City T-Bones earned a doubleheader split tonight against the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks as they took the second game, 2-1, in front of 5,356 fans at CommunityAmerica Ballpark. Read More...

KANSAS CITY, Kan. – After a span of 51 days, play resumed between the Kansas City T-Bones and the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks tonight at CommunityAmerica Ballpark as they completed a game from June 8 that was suspended due to weather. Read More...

Due to the forcast of rain today please refer to the T-Bones website for updates on today's games. At this time the first game of the doubleheader is scheduled to begin as planned at 6:05 and will pick up in the 5th inning of the previously rained out game that began June 8th. Following the conclusion of that contest, today's regularly scheduled game will begin after a short 20 minute break. This will be a seven inning game.

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Today is another terrific Tuesday, and at CommunityAmerica Ballpark that means free giveaways.  The first 3,500 fans through the gates tonight receive an authentic T-Bones souvenir baseball (pictured) courtesy of Verizon Wireless.
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The Kansas City T-Bones rest today in preparation for the next six games at home. Tomorrow, the T-Bones play the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks in their first game of the three-game series, followed by the Gary-Southshore RailCats to finish out the homestand. Read More...

SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – A solo home run by Ken Harvey (pictured) to lead off the ninth inning propelled the Kansas City T-Bones to an 8-7 win over the Schaumburg Flyers this afternoon at Alexian Field. Read More...

SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – A 6-0 lead after one-half inning quickly disappeared for the Kansas City T-Bones tonight as they fell 16-13 in the end to the Schaumburg Flyers at Alexian Field in Schaumburg, Ill. Read More...

On Tuesday, July 29, the T-Bones will finish the June 8 game against the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks that was suspended due to rain.  It will be featured as the first game of a doubleheader agaisnt the RedHawks. Read More...

SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – Justin Jordan held the Kansas City T-Bones to just one run over seven innings in his Flyers debut tonight as the T-Bones fell 5-2 to the Schaumburg Flyers at Alexian Field in Schaumburg, Ill. Read More...

The Kansas City Wizards play host to Mexican star Cuauhtemoc Blanco and the Chicago Fire Sunday in a game presented by State Farm. Thursday, the MLS All-Stars will play host to English Premier League Club West Ham United in the 2008 Pepsi All-Star Game at BMO Field in Toronto at 6 p.m. CT live on ESPN. Read More...

WINNIPEG, Mb. – The Kansas City T-Bones were unable to overcome a three-run Winnipeg fifth this afternoon as they fell 5-1 to the Goldeyes in the rubber match of a three-game set at Canwest Park. Read More...

Bringing your entire family to CommunityAmerica Ballpark has always been fun well done.  Even with the current gas prices, you can come enjoy a ballgame and leave with more money than you arrived with. Read More...

WINNIPEG, Mb. – The Kansas City T-Bones used a pair of three-run home runs tonight to take game two of a three-game set, 7-3, over the Winnipeg Goldeyes at Canwest Park in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Read More...

These six-year T-Bones ticket holders are a couple of dedicated fans to the T-Bones team.  Ron Johnson and Mary Lou Johnson, Winchester, Kan., don’t let the 40-mile drive stop them from missing a game. 

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The Northern League has announced that outfielder Greg Jacobs has been named Player of the Week for the week ending July 20. Read More...

WINNIPEG, Mb. – The Kansas City T-Bones were unable to get going offensively against the Winnipeg Goldeyes tonight, falling 6-1 at Canwest Park in the first game of a three-game set. Read More...

The Kansas City T-Bones are on a long road trip that begins tonight against the Winnipeg Goldeyes at 7:00 p.m.  Tonight's game is the first of a three-game series with the Goldeyes. Read More...

Former Kansas City T-Bones outfielder Brad Correll is keeping his dream of becoming a major leaguer alive.  On July 1, the Kansas City Royals signed Correll then sent him to Class A Wilmington in the Carolina League.   

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KANSAS CITY, Kan. – The Kansas City T-Bones won the series finale with the Schaumburg Flyers, 9-7, today in front of a season-high Sunday crowd of 6,202 at CommunityAmerica Ballpark. Read More...

The Kansas City T-Bones and manager Andy McCauley have signed former major league infielder Bo Hart.  Hart will fill the hole at second base left by Rob Watson, who was picked up by the Philadelphia Phillies late last week.  Read More...

KANSAS CITY, Kan. – In front of 8,019 fans tonight, the Kansas City T-Bones won their second game of a three game series against the Schaumburg Flyers, 15-6. Read More...

KANSAS CITY, Kan. – The Kansas City T-Bones suffered a 6-3 loss in the first game of a three-game series tonight against the Schaumburg Flyers in front of 6,608 fans at CommunityAmerica Ballpark. Read More...

The Philadelphia Phillies acquired T-Bones second baseman Rob Watson and outfielder Kevin Mahar late last night after the T-Bones 15-0 win over the Winnipeg Goldeyes.  It is expected that both players will be sent to Clearwater in the Florida State League, the Phillies high Class A affiliate. Read More...

Girl Scout Night update for Friday, July 18. Read More...

The T-Bones honor Buck O'Neil and the Negro Leagues tonight, July 18, as the team plays Schaumburg in the first game of a three-game set at 7:05. African-Americans started to play baseball in the late 1800s, and began organized play in 1920. Read More...

KANSAS CITY, Kan. – The Kansas City T-Bones used 16 hits to plate 15 runs as they shutout Winnipeg 15-0 in the finale of a four-game series this afternoon in front of 5,480 fans at CommunityAmerica Ballpark. Read More...

“Featured Fan of the Week” is a fun way to involve those the T-Bones love the most – their fans!  So let’s get started with the next fans of the season. Read More...

KANSAS CITY, Kan. – In front of 6,020 fans tonight, the Kansas City T-Bones defeated the Winnipeg Goldeyes 6-3 as they improved to 28-26 on the season. Read More...

As the sun rises tomorrow you might find yourself in your daily routine – preparing for work, taking the kids to practice, or if you’re lucky enough, just lounging around enjoying the summer.  For the T-Bones, Thursday, July 17, is the last day game of the 2008 season. Read More...

KANSAS CITY, Kan. – An eighth-inning home run by Rob Watson (pictured) propelled the Kansas City T-Bones to victory over the Winnipeg Goldeyes tonight in front of 6,979 fans at CommunityAmerica Ballpark. Read More...

KANSAS CITY, Kan. – The Kansas City T-Bones and manager Andy McCauley have signed outfielder Greg Jacobs.  Jacobs was a member of the T-Bones in 2005 and 2006, hitting a combined .340 with 25 home runs and 107 RBI in 154 games. Read More...

Join the T-Bones this Friday, July 18, in honor of the Negro Leagues and Buck O’Neil, the first African American to coach in the major leagues in 1962. July 18 is also Girl Scout Night where you and your Scouts receive reduced admission to the game.
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KANSAS CITY, Kan. – The Kansas City T-Bones offense couldn’t support a solid outing from Chris Rhoads tonight as they fell to the first place Winnipeg Goldeyes 5-1 tonight at CommunityAmerica Ballpark.  The loss marks the T-Bones third consecutive defeat. Read More...

After the All-Star break, the Kansas City T-Bones are rested and ready to begin the second half of the 2008 season.  The

T-Bones play the Winnipeg Goldeyes today for the first game in a four-game set. 

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GARY, Ind. – The Kansas City T-Bones couldn’t find an answer for RailCats hurler Gerald Plexico tonight as they fell 8-0 to the RailCats in the final game of a four-game set at U.S. Steel Yard in Gary, Ind.  The loss prevented Kansas City from winning their third consecutive series. Read More...

GARY, Ind. – The Kansas City T-Bones couldn’t keep pace with the Gary SouthShore RailCats tonight, falling 6-3 the day after sweeping Gary in a doubleheader last night at U.S. Steel Yard in Gary, Ind.  Gary picked up just their second win in nine contests against the T-Bones this season. Read More...

GARY, Ind. – The Kansas City T-Bones used a five-run seventh inning to finish off a doubleheader sweep of the Gary SouthShore RailCats 7-2 tonight at U.S. Steel Yard in Gary, Ind. Read More...

GARY, Ind. – The Kansas City T-Bones struggled to capitalize on early scoring opportunities, but plated four runs in the final two innings as they defeated the Gary SouthShore RailCats 5-3 in the first game of a doubleheader tonight at U.S. Steel Yard. Read More...

Wizards update: Jimmy Conrad and Davy Arnaud provided the offense with a goal apiece, and goalkeeper Kevin Hartman came up with several brilliant saves late in the second half, as the Kansas City Wizards topped the New York Red Bulls, 2-1, on Thursday night. Read More...

Tonight's game between the Kansas City T-Bones and the Gary-SouthShore RailCats at U.S. Steel Yard in Gary has been suspended due to rain and will be played as part of double header beginning at 6:00 Friday night. Read More...

As you sit in your seat at CommunityAmerica Ballpark during a game, you hear… lemonade, lemonade, lemonade wooooooooooo!  The well-known Chuy Gomez, of Olathe, Kan., came up with this catchy saying around seven years ago. Read More...

For the second time this season T-Bones first baseman Jim Fasano has received Northern League Player of the Week honors.  Fasano, who was given the same award on May 26, hit .591 from June 30 - July 6 going 13-for-22.  Read More...

“Featured Fan of the Week” is a fun way to involve those the T-Bones love the most – their fans!  So let’s get started with the first fan of the season. 

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This evening the Winnipeg Goldeyes, from Manitoba, Canada, will host the 2008 Northern League All-Star Game.  The 7:05 p.m. start at Canwest Park brings together the I-29 All-Stars versus the Chicagoland All-Stars.
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As the first half of the Northern League season comes to a close, the T-Bones players will take advantage of the three-day break to catch up on some rest and relaxation.  Here’s a look at what some of the players are up to. Read More...

KANSAS CITY, Kan. – The Kansas City T-Bones won the rubber-match of their three-game series against the Schaumburg Flyers, 15-8, in front of 5,069 fans tonight at CommunityAmerica Ballpark. Read More...

KANSAS CITY, Kan. – The Kansas City T-Bones lost a pitcher’s duel tonight, 2-1, to the Schaumburg Flyers in front of 8,032 fans at CommunityAmerica Ballpark.  Tonight’s crowd was the eighth largest in T-Bones team history. Read More...

KANSAS CITY, Kan. – In front of 10,403 fans, the Kansas City T-Bones won the first game of their three-game series against the Schaumburg Flyers 9-4.  Kansas City kept from falling below .500, improving their record to 23-22.  The attendance tonight was an all-time T-Bones record, breaking the previous mark of 10,345 set on June 23, 2007. Read More...

Animal Awareness Night ‘08 at CommunityAmerica Ballpark is deemed a success.  Of the respondents who took a follow-up questionnaire, the majority said that the ability to educate the public about their pets was most valuable, with the pet parade the next favorite activity provided by the T-Bones prior to the game. 
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FARGO, N.D. – The Kansas City T-Bones fell short in their bid for a three-game sweep of the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks tonight as they dropped game three 10-4 at Newman Outdoor Field in Fargo, N.D. Read More...

The T-Bones wrap up their nine-game road trip tonight at Newman Outdoor Field in Fargo at 7:00.  The T-Bones are going for their first series sweep since a three-game set in Gary from May 19-21 earlier this season. Read More...

FARGO, N.D. – For the first time since their final three games in May, the Kansas City T-Bones have won consecutive games with a 3-1 victory over the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks tonight at Newman Outdoor Field in Fargo, N.D. Read More...

The Northern League of Professional Baseball has announced that seven T-Bones have been selected to play in the 2008 All-Star Game in Winnipeg, Manitoba.  Four of those seven have been voted in as starters for the mid-summer classic. Read More...

Tell us what you think, the T-Bones created a survey so you can voice your opinion.  The employees strive to bring their fans the best of everything the T-Bones have to offer – whether that be the best service, the best food or the best promotions.
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FARGO, N.D. – The Kansas City T-Bones rode a two home run game from Jim Fasano (pictured), his second in as many contests, to open July with a 15-9 win over the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks at Newman Outdoor Field. Read More...

For the second straight year the T-Bones lose outfielder Brad Correll to a major league organization.  The Kansas City Royals have signed Correll and will send him to Class A Wilmington in the Carolina League. 

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During all T-Bones homes games, the Student Athlete Foundation of Kansas, SAF-K, is present educating fans about their not-for-profit organization that helps raise money to purchase medical equipment, like crutches and splinting supplies, for underserved high schools around the community. Read More...