Midland Rockhounds

On the Farm: Shen Grad Rolling
On the Farm: Shen Grad Rolling
On the Farm: Shen Grad Rolling
Shenendehowa graduate Murphy Smith continues to impress for the Midland Rockhounds, the AA affiliate of the Oakland Athletics. So far, Smith is third on the Rockhounds in innings pitched -- and that comes while working exclusively out of the bullpen...
Murphy Smith Works 3.1 Scoreless
Murphy Smith Works 3.1 Scoreless
Murphy Smith Works 3.1 Scoreless
Murphy Smith worked 3.1 more scoreless innings on Sunday for the Midland Rockhounds. The Rockhounds are the AA affiliate for the Oakland Athletics. Smith, a Shenendehowa graduate (2006), is just two steps away from the major leagues. In 13 innings this year, Smith has allowed just one run...
Shen Grad Working His Way Up (Audio)
Shen Grad Working His Way Up (Audio)
Shen Grad Working His Way Up (Audio)
Shenendehowa graduate Murphy Smith opened up his season with the Midland Rockhounds on Thursday. The Rockhounds are the AA affiliate of the Oakland Athletics. Smith has already thrown 3.2 hitless innings. Smith is one of several Capital Region natives trying to make their way to the big leagues including CBA pitcher Greg Holle (Brewers, AA), Burnt Hills pitcher Dave Fischer (Nationals, A), and Bet