Wichita Wingnuts News

Wingnuts Sign Experienced Infielders

WICHITA, KS- The Wichita Wingnuts secured their double play combination on Thursday, signing shortstop Ryan Khoury (pictured) and second baseman Jake Kahaulelio.Khoury (pronounced KORE-ee) opened last season with the Frontier League's Gateway Grizzlies where he hit .320 with five home runs in 26 games.  The hot start caught the attention… Read More

Wingnuts Return Rotation Anchors

WICHITA, KS- The Wichita Wingnuts re-signed pitchers Ryan Hinson and Derek Blacksher on Tuesday.Last season, Hinson emerged as one of the top starting pitchers in the American Association, finishing tied for third in the league in wins (11), and fifth in ERA (3.35).  The left-hander logged 131.2 innings over 20 starts, striking out 84.  A… Read More

Workman, Ziegler Named to All-Tournament Team

WICHITA, KS- Wichita Wingnuts' outfielder Josh Workman and first baseman C.J. Ziegler have been named to the Independent League Prospect Tournament's All-Tournament Team.The American Association posted a 5-3 record in the tournament, which also featured young stars from the Can-Am, Frontier, and North American independent leagues.  The… Read More

Wingnuts' Owner Signs With Cubs

Photo Credit: Chris Lee/Icon SMI WICHITA, KS- Wichita Wingnuts' owner Nate Robertson has signed a one-year contract with the Chicago Cubs.Robertson is currently attending mini camp, and is aiming to become a part of Chicago's bullpen.The 34-year-old left-hander spent 2011 in the Seattle Mariners' organization, making 18 starts for their… Read More