Red Wings snap losing streak with 11-5 win over Lehigh Valley
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 4:26 AM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
The Rochester Red Wings defeated Lehigh Valley 11-5 at ESL Ballpark on July 3, marking the beginning of Independence Day weekend festivities. Jackson Kent pitched five innings, allowing only one run, while Joey Wiemer contributed significantly with a two-run home run and five RBIs. After losing three consecutive games, this victory improves Rochester's second-half record to 5-5, as they aim for a playoff berth. Following the game, the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra performed, and fireworks lit up the night sky. The teams will face off again on July 4 at 6:45 p.m.
- •Rochester scored six runs in the fifth inning
- •Kent allowed one run over five innings
- •Wiemer finished with three hits and five RBIs
- •Red Wings' second half record improves to 5-5
- •Another game scheduled for July 4 with postgame fireworks
- 4:26 AMYahoo Sports — Red Wings win before fireworks light up Rochester sky
"Fireworks, culinary creations and a postgame concert. See how the Red Wings rang in Independence Day weekend July 3.
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