LumberKings News

Chicago Snowballs to Bring “Banana Ball-Style” Experience to Clinton in Summer 2026
Chicago Snowballs to Bring “Banana Ball-Style” Experience to Clinton in Summer 2026

The Chicago Snowballs, pro baseball’s first co-ed sportstainment team, will bring their high-energy, entertainment-first brand of baseball to NelsonCorp Field for two games on Saturday, June 27, and Sunday, June 28, 2026, in partnership with the Clinton LumberKings.

LumberKing Alum Nick Fleckenstein Joins Savannah Bananas Organization
LumberKing Alum Nick Fleckenstein Joins Savannah Bananas Organization

Clinton LumberKings alum Nick Fleckenstein, who played for Clinton during the 2022 season, is continuing his baseball journey in Banana Ball.

The LumberKings open their 2026 campaign at home against the Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp on Tuesday, May 26th.
Clinton LumberKings Announce Full 2026 Baseball Schedule

The LumberKings open their 2026 campaign at home against the Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp on Tuesday, May 26th.

Sample becomes 18th broadcaster in franchise history
Clinton LumberKings Name Liam Sample as Director of Broadcast & Media Relations

November 11, 2025

The Clinton LumberKings are proud to announce the hiring of Liam Sample as the organization’s new Director of Broadcast & Media Relations ahead of the 2026 Prospect League season.

Clinton LumberKings Name Trevor Burkhart as New Field Manager
Clinton LumberKings Name Trevor Burkhart as New Field Manager

September 29, 2025

The Clinton LumberKings announced today that Trevor Burkhart has been named the team’s new field manager, becoming the 51st skipper in franchise history.

LumberKings Manager Jack Dahm Steps Down to Lead Cape Cod League’s Falmouth Commodores
LumberKings Manager Jack Dahm Steps Down to Lead Cape Cod League’s Falmouth Commodores

August 12, 2025

After guiding the Clinton LumberKings to 157 wins, four playoff appearances, and two division titles over five seasons, Manager Jack Dahm is headed to the Cape Cod Baseball League to take the helm of the Falmouth Commodores.

LumberKings' Playoff Run Ends in Western Conference Championship Loss to Cape
LumberKings' Playoff Run Ends in Western Conference Championship Loss to Cape

August 03, 2025

One swing in the eighth inning brought the Clinton LumberKings' unforgettable season to a close — but not before a summer filled with grit, growth, and a run to the Western Conference Championship.

LumberKings Clinch Northwest Division with Walk-Off Win Over Bees
LumberKings Clinch Northwest Division with Walk-Off Win Over Bees

August 01, 2025

For the first time since 1999, the LumberKings and Bees faced off in a playoff game. The Clinton LumberKings saved their biggest moment for extra innings—walking off in the 10th to punch their ticket to the Western Conference championship and claim their second division title and first playoff win at NelsonCorp Field.

LumberKings Eliminate Defending Champs, Set Stage for Northwest Final
LumberKings Eliminate Defending Champs, Set Stage for Northwest Final

July 31, 2025

The defending champs are out, and the stage is set—Clinton closed the regular season with a statement win in Peru while Burlington’s blowout sealed Illinois Valley’s fate, setting up a Northwest title showdown at NelsonCorp Field.

LumberKings Salvage Split After Game 1 Slip Against Quincy
LumberKings Salvage Split After Game 1 Slip Against Quincy

July 29, 2025

After a sloppy start and a missed opportunity in Game 1, the Clinton LumberKings roared back with a relentless offensive outburst in the nightcap Tuesday, pounding out 11 hits and stealing eight bases to earn a much-needed doubleheader split against the Quincy Doggy Paddlers at NelsonCorp Field.

Clinton's Hot Start Spoiled by Pistol Shrimp Rally
Clinton's Hot Start Spoiled by Pistol Shrimp Rally

July 27, 2025

The LumberKings came out swinging in Peru, but a six-run third and a pair of long balls from the Pistol Shrimp kept Clinton from gaining ground.

Bees strike early, cruise past LumberKings 11–5 in Friday night showdown
Bees strike early, cruise past LumberKings 11–5 in Friday night showdown

July 26, 2025

Owen Nowak powered a relentless Burlington offense with four RBIs and a three-hit night as the Bees blitzed the Clinton LumberKings early and never trailed in an 11–5 victory Friday at NelsonCorp Field.

Bees Sting LumberKings with Late Surge in 11-5 Victory
Bees Sting LumberKings with Late Surge in 11-5 Victory

July 25, 2025

The LumberKings were in control through five innings, but a six-run seventh from Burlington flipped the script in a stunning 11-5 loss Thursday night at NelsonCorp Field.

Burt’s 4 RBIs Power LumberKings Past Pistol Shrimp
Burt’s 4 RBIs Power LumberKings Past Pistol Shrimp

July 24, 2025

Max Burt drove in four runs and Clinton's bullpen delivered six strong innings as the LumberKings rolled to an 8-3 win over Illinois Valley on Wednesday night — staying hot with their sixth victory in the last seven games.

LumberKings Split Doubleheader, Set Franchise Record with Huge 9-Run Comeback Win
LumberKings Split Doubleheader, Set Franchise Record with Huge 9-Run Comeback Win

July 22, 2025

The Clinton LumberKings split a doubleheader Tuesday at Quincy’s QU Stadium, falling 8-7 in the opener — which was suspended earlier this month due to weather — before roaring back from a 9-0 deficit to claim a franchise-record 17-13 comeback victory in the nightcap against the Quincy Doggy Paddlers.

LumberKings roll past Thrillbillies in dominant 10-1 road win
LumberKings roll past Thrillbillies in dominant 10-1 road win

July 19, 2025

Brett White homered twice and JC Dermody tossed over six scoreless innings as the LumberKings cruised to a wire-to-wire 10-1 win over the Thrillville Thrillbillies on Saturday night at Mtn Dew Park.