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Saltdogs

Lincoln Saltdogs manager steps down after 5 seasons

Brett Jodie has stepped down as the Lincoln Saltdogs’ field manager, citing a desire to be closer to his family.

Fahr’s 7-RBI night nearly matches Saltdogs record in extra-inning loss

Brody Fahr fell just short of a feat that no Lincoln Saltdog has done since 2014.

Dog Dish: Lincoln Saltdogs' offense goes quiet in home loss to Sioux Falls

The Lincoln Saltdogs failed to put much together much offensively in a home loss to Sioux Falls on Tuesday.

Brody Fahr’s 38-game on-base streak shows he belongs in American Association

From small-college standout to 38 straight games on base — Saltdogs infielder Brody Fahr is proving he belongs in the American Association.

Dog Dish: Lincoln Saltdogs rally again, take second game against Winnipeg

The Saltdogs rallied again on Saturday, this time scoring four runs in the eighth inning to beat Winnipeg and take the series.

How the Lincoln Saltdogs' bench coach found his way from broadcast booth to dugout

Joey Greer grew up around baseball and landed in the broadcast booth for his hometown team. Then he found a new love in the Saltdogs' dugout.

Can Lincoln Saltdogs' next theme night top 2023's Swiftdogs?

Everyone wanted to know how the Lincoln Saltdogs could top their Taylor Swift-themed night last season. On Friday, they'll try.

Dog Dish: Sioux City scores early, shuts out Lincoln to even series

Three quick runs by Sioux City in the first two innings dampened the Haymarket Park crowd and quieted the Lincoln bats early.

Dog Dish: Lincoln Saltdogs hold on for home win to snap five-game losing streak

The Lincoln Saltdogs scored a flurry of runs early and held on late for a win to snap a five-game losing streak.

Around the Bases: Cone's 'anywhere or anything' approach, skillset helping Lincoln Saltdogs

Starting or not, Cone does what the Lincoln Saltdogs ask of him, whether that's hurling a 93 mph fastball from the mound or being on pinch running duty.

Dog Dish: Early runs, late finish lead Chicago past Lincoln

Lincoln allowed three home runs Sunday, with two issued to Lincoln starter Jhon Vargas.

Saltdogs fall late to Chicago despite Cobos' jump into the starting pitching rotation

The Dogs rallied for four runs in the top of the ninth as the Saltdogs failed to stop a 4-game skid.

Dog Dish: Saltdogs struggle on the mound, give up lead late against Chicago

Lincoln scored early and often after plating four runs through the first two innings to grab a 4-1 lead.

Around the Bases: Saltdogs' DeVine, Bautista Jr. named American Association All-Stars

It's DeVine's second time being named an All-Star, while it's the first for Bautista Jr.

Around the Bases: Lincoln Saltdogs started the season slow. But now, the team has caught fire

The Lincoln Saltdogs have caught a wave the last month, winning seven of their last eight games, including five in a row.

Dog Dish: Lincoln Saltodgs explode for 12 runs to take series over Kansas City

The Lincoln Saltdogs bashed four home runs and scored 12 runs to beat Kansas City and win the series over the Monarchs on Wednesday night.

On Homer's Heroes day, Loukinen powers Lincoln Saltdogs to series win over Kane County

Greg Loukinen had the chance to go through a normal routine on a warm day in Lincoln. The Saltdog starter changed his plans, and made a big impact. 

Around the Bases: How the Saltdogs are managing games during Lincoln's windy heat wave

It has reached triple-digit temperatures with gusty winds in Lincoln this weekend, and the Saltdogs are finding ways to win a key series through the heat wave.

Around the Bases: Hewitt 'rolled with the punches' before he returned to Saltodgs

Max Hewitt spent a lot of time in Lincoln last year as a Saltdog. Now, he has a renewed sense of gratitude in his return to the team.

Dog Dish: Saltdogs held to two hits in shutout loss at Sioux City

Lincoln struckout nine times in Friday's four-game series opener.

Dog Dish: Battle's grand slam, Lincoln's offense slugs past Kane County

Lincoln's offense, led by a grand slam from Kyle Battle, plated 17 runs in a huge win over Kane County on Friday night.

Dog Dish: DeVine's ejection sparks Saltdogs to take first game of Kansas City series

Five Saltdogs finished with multiple hits as Neyfy Castillo and Yusniel Diaz added two hits each.

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Dog Dish: Diaz hits walk-off homer as Lincoln Saltdogs take series against Milwaukee

Yusniel Diaz hit a walk off home run to lift the Lincoln Saltdogs to a series victory against Milwaukee.

Around the bases: Blake capitalizing on his opportunity in the starting rotation

After two middle relief appearances early in the season, Blake has made five starts for the Saltdogs with his last four turning into victories for the Saltdogs.

Dog Dish: Lincoln rebounds behind two Espinosa blasts to even series with Milwaukee

Rolando Espinosa hit two home runs for the Saltdogs in a come-from-behind win on Wednesday against Milwaukee.

Bautista kickstarting Saltdogs in leadoff spot

The Lincoln Saltdogs struggled to star the season, but Danny Bautista's emergence in the leadoff spot of the lineup is lifting the team to wins.

Around the Bases: Bautista's presence in leadoff spot kickstarting Saltdogs to winning streak

The Lincoln Saltdogs struggled to star the season, but Danny Bautista's emergence in the leadoff spot of the lineup is lifting the team to wins.

Dog Dish: Saltdogs bash four homers to take series opener against Fargo-Moorhead

The Saltdogs hit four homers, including two in the first inning, to beat Fargo-Moorhead on Friday.

Around the Bases: DeVine rejoins Saltodgs for fourth season after new experience playing in Mexico

Drew DeVine had plenty of baseball experiences in his life, including plenty in three previous seasons with the Saltdogs. None compared to a short stint in Mexico.

Around the Bases: Rookies Everitt, Blain gave Saltdogs a major boost in doubleheader

The Saltdogs needed a big lift in a doubleheader on Tuesday, and two rookies were a big reason the team got a much-needed split.

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