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May 16, 2026 - Oconomowoc, Wisc. - A home run barrage helped the DockHounds start the season 1-0, leaving the yard six times in a 12-4 opening night win.
DockHounds Ballpark couldn't contain the offense, finishing with 15 hits, collected by all 9 batters. Joshua Mears debuted with home runs in his first two at bats as he finished the night with 3 extra base hits and 4 RBI. Jack Blomgren and Peter Zimmermann both added solo home runs while Dom Johnson and Julio Carreras capped the home run party with 3-run long balls.
The seven-run th... Full Story
May 15, 2026 - The Chicago Dogs kicked off the 2026 season in dramatic fashion tonight, riding an eighth inning two run home run from Aaron Altherr, coming from behind twice on the night to defeat the Sioux City Explorers 4-3 in front of a sold-out crowd at Impact Field Friday night.
A Dogs error and an RBI single from Alberto Osuna put the Explorers up 2-0 after half an inning against Dogs starter, Steven Lacey. Lacey would settle down nicely however, not allowing another run the rest of the way. On the evening, Lacey would toss five i... Full Story
May 15, 2026 - CLEBURNE, Texas - The RedHawks plated eight runs on eight hits in the seventh inning Friday night to come from behind and take a 12-5 win over the Cleburne Railroaders at La Moderna Field.
Jose Sermo hit a three-run moonshot to left field for the first Fargo-Moorhead home run of the season, Dillon Thomas had three hits and three RBIs and Jesus Lujano also had a trio of hits to pace the RedHawks batters.
On the hill, Patrick Wicklander recovered well after allowing four runs in the first two innings of his first start f... Full Story
May 15, 2026 - GENEVA, IL - The Kane County Cougars (1-0) opened their season in winning fashion at Northwestern Medicine Field, taking down the Kansas City Monarchs (0-1) by a final score of 3-2 in front of a crowd of over 8,000 on Friday night.
The Cougars had early opportunities against Dakota Hudson (0-1), putting runners on in each of the first two innings, but were unable to break through. Kansas City capitalized first in the top of the second, when Saul Garza launched a solo home run over the left field wall off Konnor Ash (1-0) ... Full Story
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DockHounds Win Behind 6 Home Runs
May 16, 2026 - Oconomowoc, Wisc. - A home run barrage helped the DockHounds start the season 1-0, leaving the yard six times in a 12-4 opening night win.
DockHounds Ballpark couldn't contain the offense, finishing with 15 hits, collected by all 9 batters. Joshua Mears debuted with home runs in his first two at bats as he finished the night with 3 extra base hits and 4 RBI. Jack Blomgren and Peter Zimmermann both added solo home runs while Dom Johnson and Julio Carreras capped the home run party with 3-run long balls.
The seven-run th... Full StoryMore American Association stories below
Sold-Out Opening Day Victory
May 15, 2026 - The Chicago Dogs kicked off the 2026 season in dramatic fashion tonight, riding an eighth inning two run home run from Aaron Altherr, coming from behind twice on the night to defeat the Sioux City Explorers 4-3 in front of a sold-out crowd at Impact Field Friday night.
A Dogs error and an RBI single from Alberto Osuna put the Explorers up 2-0 after half an inning against Dogs starter, Steven Lacey. Lacey would settle down nicely however, not allowing another run the rest of the way. On the evening, Lacey would toss five i... Full StoryFargo-Moorhead Comes from Behind to Beat Railroaders
May 15, 2026 - CLEBURNE, Texas - The RedHawks plated eight runs on eight hits in the seventh inning Friday night to come from behind and take a 12-5 win over the Cleburne Railroaders at La Moderna Field.
Jose Sermo hit a three-run moonshot to left field for the first Fargo-Moorhead home run of the season, Dillon Thomas had three hits and three RBIs and Jesus Lujano also had a trio of hits to pace the RedHawks batters.
On the hill, Patrick Wicklander recovered well after allowing four runs in the first two innings of his first start f... Full StoryCougars Pitching Shines in Opening Night Victory
May 15, 2026 - GENEVA, IL - The Kane County Cougars (1-0) opened their season in winning fashion at Northwestern Medicine Field, taking down the Kansas City Monarchs (0-1) by a final score of 3-2 in front of a crowd of over 8,000 on Friday night.
The Cougars had early opportunities against Dakota Hudson (0-1), putting runners on in each of the first two innings, but were unable to break through. Kansas City capitalized first in the top of the second, when Saul Garza launched a solo home run over the left field wall off Konnor Ash (1-0) ... Full StoryAmerican Association News
- DockHounds Win Behind 6 Home Runs - Lake Country DockHounds (May 16)
- Six Lake Country Homers Sinks RailCats - Gary SouthShore Railcats (May 15)
- X's Stumble Late - Sioux City Explorers (May 15)
- Saltdogs Push Canaries to Extra Innings in Season Opener - Lincoln Saltdogs (May 15)
- Sold-Out Opening Day Victory - Chicago Dogs (May 15)
- Fargo-Moorhead Comes from Behind to Beat Railroaders - Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks (May 15)
- Goldeyes Drop Season Opener to Milwaukee - Winnipeg Goldeyes (May 15)
- RedHawks Loan Garrett Alexander to Mexican League - Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks (May 15)
- Cougars Pitching Shines in Opening Night Victory - Kane County Cougars (May 15)
- Explorers Set Roster for Opening Day - Sioux City Explorers (May 15)
- RailCats Finalize 2026 Opening Day Roster - Gary SouthShore Railcats (May 15)
- What's on Deck: Opening Night Promos, Deals, and More - Lincoln Saltdogs (May 15)
- RedHawks Outlast Cleburne in Season Opener - Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks (May 15)
- Canaries Announce Extension of Partnership with DNN - Sioux Falls Canaries (May 14)
- Softball Regionals Special - Lincoln Saltdogs (May 14)
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Chicago Dogs - Chicago, Illinois
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Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks - Fargo, North Dakota
Gary SouthShore Railcats - Gary, Indiana
Kane County Cougars - Geneva, Illinois
Kansas City Monarchs - Kansas City, Kansas
Lake Country DockHounds - Oconomowoc, Wisconsin
Lincoln Saltdogs - Lincoln, Nebraska
Milwaukee Milkmen - Franklin, Wisconsin
Sioux City Explorers - Sioux City, Iowa
Sioux Falls Canaries - Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Winnipeg Goldeyes - Winnipeg, ManitobaAA Scoreboard
| Sat., May 16 | Sioux City at Chicago | 7:00 p.m. |
| Sat., May 16 | Winnipeg at Milwaukee | 7:00 p.m. |
| Sat., May 16 | Sioux Falls at Lincoln | 7:05 p.m. |
| Sat., May 16 | Kansas City at Kane County | 7:30 p.m. |
| Sat., May 16 | Gary at Lake Country | 7:35 p.m. |
| Sat., May 16 | Fargo-Moorhead at Cleburne | 8:06 p.m. |
| Fri., May 15 | Kansas City 2 at Kane County 3 | Final |
| Fri., May 15 | Sioux City 3 at Chicago 4 | Final |
| Fri., May 15 | Winnipeg 2 at Milwaukee 6 | Final |
| Fri., May 15 | Gary 4 at Lake Country 12 | Final |
| Fri., May 15 | Sioux Falls 6 at Lincoln 5 | Final (10) |
| Fri., May 15 | Fargo-Moorhead 12 at Cleburne 5 | Final |
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AA Headlines
- Winnipeg Goldeyes drop season opener to Milkmen in Wisconsin - Winnipeg Sun (May 16)
- Milkmen spoil Goldeyes' season opener - Winnipeg Free Press (May 16)
- Jose Sermo blasts 3-run home run, sparking RedHawks to road victory - Fargo Forum (May 16)
- Railroaders open 2026 season at home - Cleburne Times Review (May 15)
- 3 critical components for RedHawks to generate championship-level season - Fargo Forum (May 15)
- Jairus Richards gets RedHawks' season underway with clutch extra-inning hit - Fargo Forum (May 15)
- Incaviglia discusses 2026 season approach; Bell and Aldrete headline a more "athletic" roster - Cleburne Times Review (May 12)
- Kansas City Monarchs introduce new ownership ahead of 2026 season - KCTV (May 12)
- Familiar faces fill most of RedHawks roster with fresh talent added - Fargo Forum (May 11)
- RedHawks, Newman Outdoor Field brace for 'Fargo Woodchippers' mania this summer - Fargo Forum (May 8)
- Gary SouthShore RailCats have eyes on playoffs in 2026 - Times of Northwest Indiana (May 7)
- Bison flex game experience in shutout against RedHawks - Fargo Forum (May 7)
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