The St. Cloud Rox were defeated by the Bismarck Larks 9-6 on Saturday night in St. Cloud's home opener at Joe Faber Field. The Rox were up 6-4 going into the top of the 9th, but Bismarck scored 5 runs to take the lead and were able to hold on in the bottom of the inning to win.
Former Twins' 2nd baseman Steve Lombardozzi joined me on WJON Thursday and will be the special guest of the St. Cloud Rox Saturday night. Lombardozzi will throw out the first pitch, sign autographs and take pictures with fans before the Rox home opener Saturday night against Bismarck.
The St. Cloud Rox earned their first win of the season Wednesday afternoon 5-3 at Rochester. The Rox trailed the Honkers 3-1 going into the 9th inning but St. Cloud scored 4 runs in the 9th to take the lead.
The St. Cloud Rox and the Northwoods League announced their 2019 schedule today. The Rox will begin the season with 2 games at Rochester May 28-29 before playing at Waterloo May 30-31. The Rox home opener will be June 1 against the Bismarck Larks.
The St. Cloud Rox will be staying on AM 1390-Granite City Sports for at least the next 3 seasons. The Rox and Townsquare Media have agreed to the extension which will keep the game broadcasts on AM 1390-KXSS.