By: Zach Dworaczyk SAN ANTONIO— After sizeable downpours throughout the Alamo City left Sullivan Field drenched, the San Antonio River Monsters' pivotal series against the Lake Charles Gumbeaux Gators became a Sunday doubleheader beginning at 4:05 p.m. on July 12. Despite an impressive 8-4 win in Sunday's first game, the River Monsters (6-5) split the series against the Gumbeaux Gators (6-5), losing Game 2 3-2. San Antonio's lineup wasted no time getting to work in Game 1 of the doubleheader,...

The River Monsters family has another reason to celebrate. Former Seguin River Monsters right-handed pitcher Ruger Riojas was selected by the Philadelphia Phillies on Saturday with the 100th overall pick in the third round of the 2026 MLB Draft. Riojas, who went on to pitch for the University of Texas after beginning his college career at UTSA, continued to grow into one of the top arms in college baseball. As a senior in 2026, he recorded a 3.97 ERA, struck out 120 batters and worked 81 2/3...

By Zach Dworaczyk SAN ANTONIO — Coming off a 4-2 road trip, the San Antonio River Monsters returned to Sullivan Field looking to build momentum during a crucial homestand with serious playoff implications. The homestand opened with a familiar opponent, as the Victoria Generals came to town for a two-game series on July 9 and 10. Despite dropping the opener, San Antonio answered in dramatic fashion Friday night. Third baseman Hunter Ham delivered the biggest swing of the series, launching a...