Wichita Wingnuts News

Wingnuts Land Veteran Bat and Local Lefty

WICHITA, KS- The Wichita Wingnuts bolstered their roster on Friday, trading for veteran third baseman Juan Richardson, and signing left-handed pitcher Trent Lare.Richardson excelled both offensively and defensively in 2010 while playing for the division-rival Lincoln Saltdogs.  In 90 games for Lincoln, Richardson hit .313 with 14 home runs and… Read More

Wingnuts Return Ace, Trade for Former Shocker

WICHITA, KS- The Wichita Wingnuts strengthened their pitching staff on Thursday, re-signing Nick Singleton and acquiring former Wichita State University right-hander Jared Simon.Singleton has been one of the top pitchers in the American Association since first joining the league in 2008.  The right-hander went 7-3 for the Wingnuts last season,… Read More

Outfielder Gilbert Sold to White Sox

WICHITA, KS- Wichita Wingnuts outfielder Kenny Gilbert has been purchased by the Chicago White Sox organization.Gilbert was signed by the Wingnuts on January 20th and returns to the organization that originally drafted him in 2007.  The 22-year old Gilbert was selected by Chicago in the ninth round out of DeSoto High School in DeSoto,… Read More

Wingnuts Accepting Applications for 2011 Diamond Dolls

If you’re dynamic, well spoken, and talented with the drive and dedication it takes to be part of this great organization, then fill out an application to be a 2011 Wichita Wingnuts Diamond Doll!The Diamond Dolls will continue their fourth year with the Wichita Wingnuts as a promotional team to serve as liaisons between the organization and… Read More

Cephas Howard Purchased by AL Champs

WICHITA, KS- The Wichita Wingnuts learned Thursday that right-handed pitcher Cephas Howard has been purchased by the Texas Rangers.Howard was 3-3 with a 4.17 ERA in 36.2 IP in 2010, serving as the Wingnuts' primary setup man.  Howard notched four saves over 35 appearances, and struck out 39 batters against only 13 walks.  The 6-foot-6,… Read More

City, Wingnuts Holding Press Conference Tuesday at 2:00

WICHITA, KS- The Wichita Wingnuts, in conjunction with the City of Wichita, will hold a press conference at home plate at Lawrence-Dumont Stadium on Tuesday, March 1st at 2:00 p.m.All television, radio, and print media are invited to attend and may enter the the field on the third base side of the stadium.City of Wichita Interim Director of Public… Read More