That’s a Wrap on Spring Training
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Well, that's a wrap on our time at Spring Training this year. The energy here in 2026 is noticeably different. I think White Sox fans, and therefore Knights fans, are in store for some fun this season. Lots of young, talented guys here.
Today, we had the great pleasure of catching
DAY 3: Behind the Scenes at Spring Training
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Another day in the books.
At one point today, a few White Sox fans actually stopped me to point out how sunburned I am. Yikes. Arizona sun is no joke. Still, another great day out here.
For lunch, I tried Del Taco. I’ll be honest… Taco Bell still wins for me. Nothing
Future Knights in the Desert: Day 2 at White Sox Spring Training
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A NOTE FROM KENDALL:
Talk about a busy day. We spoke with some big-league guys who have been in Charlotte (shoutout to former Knights), toured the facility, and Tanner McDougal answered your questions!
It is beautiful today in AZ. The team does a BBQ once a week for lunch, and as
Live from Arizona: Day One with the Charlotte Knights at Spring Training
A NOTE FROM OUR TEAM REPORTER, KENDALL SMITH
Day one of spring training is officially in the books.
When I say the days are long but the time here is short, I mean it. The White Sox hold spring training in Glendale, Arizona, at Camelback Ranch. They even share the main
ACC Baseball Championship All-Session Tickets Available February 12
CHARLOTTE, NC – The ACC Baseball Championship is returning to Charlotte in 2026. From May 19th – May 24th, 16 member institutions of the Atlantic Coast Conference will gather at Truist Field, home of the Charlotte Knights, and compete for the conference tournament championship.
Truist Field is the Place to Be in 2026
It has been a busy off-season here at Truist Field. The ballpark hosted events such as Food & Films, Pumpkin Palooza, College Hockey, Lights the Knights, and CLT NYE to name a few. All were amazing events as our hometown ballpark showcased its versatility once again this off-season.
Chad Pinder Named Charlotte Knights Manager in '26
CHARLOTTE, NC – The Chicago White Sox have announced their 2026 Minor League Player Development Staff and the Charlotte Knights will have a new manager at the helm. Chad Pinder, 33, has been named the Knights’ new bench boss.
Mark your calendars! Cosmic Baseball has added a game in Charlotte on Friday, September 4, 2026!
After the initial announcement that Charlotte will be glowing cosmic in 2026, the Cosmic Baseball game at Truist Field on Saturday, September 5, 2026 completely sold out! Due to the popular demand, a second game has been added to the calendar for Friday, September 4, 2026. Fans are able to
Knights Announce 2026 Home Game Times
CHARLOTTE, NC – Home game times for the Charlotte Knights 2026 season have been set. Opening Knight, Friday, March 27 against the Durham Bulls (Triple-A affiliate of the Tampa Bay Rays) will see a first pitch time of 7:04 p.m.
Banana Ball Coming to Truist Field in 2026
CHARLOTTE, NC – The Charlotte Knights, in partnership with the Charlotte Sports Foundation (CSF), the CRVA, and the Knights’ ownership group, Diamond Baseball Holdings, are proud to announce Banana Ball is coming to Truist Field in 2026. Two exciting Banana Ball teams, the Firefighters and the Texas Tailgaters, will entertain
Knights End the Season with Win over the Durham Bulls
CHARLOTTE, NC – The Charlotte Knights finished out the 2025 season with an evening victory over the Durham Bulls. Charlotte lost the first game of the day, 5-1, but bounced back with a 3-2 win to cap off the 2025 campaign.
Knights Unveil 2026 Full Schedule Highlighted by a First-Time Visitor
12TH SEASON AT TRUIST FIELD BEGINS IN MARCH
With the 2025 season down to its final few homestands, the Charlotte Knights are pleased to announce the 2026 full season schedule for the team’s 12th campaign in Uptown Charlotte. For a fifth consecutive season, the 2026 Triple-A schedule will feature
CHARLOTTE KNIGHTS AND PSA AIRLINES ANNOUNCE THREE-YEAR PARTNERSHIP
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – The Charlotte Knights and PSA Airlines have announced a three-year partnership that makes PSA Airlines the Official Airlines of the Charlotte Knights. PSA Airlines, a proud wholly owned subsidiary of American Airlines Group, is relocating its headquarters to Charlotte in January 2026 and will
Food and Film Presents Elf on December 17
CHARLOTTE, NC – The final installment of this year’s Food and Film at Truist Field will feature the movie Elf (2003), presented by Coca-Cola Consolidated. On December 17, the Charlotte Knights will screen the movie on the stadium’s iconic videoboard.
Curtis Mead Recalled to Chicago
CHARLOTTE, NC – The Chicago White Sox have recalled Charlotte Knights infielder Curtis Mead. One of the newest members of the Knights appeared in two games with Charlotte and reached base seven times in ten plate appearances.
Corey Julks Called Up to the White Sox
CHARLOTTE, NC – The Chicago White Sox have added Charlotte Knights outfielder Corey Julks to their 40-man roster and subsequently called him up to the show. Julks has been a member of the Knights since Opening Day and is now prepared to make his 2025 White Sox debut.
Will Robertson Named International League Player of the Week
CHARLOTTE, NC – Minor League Baseball announced its Players and Pitchers of the week this afternoon and Charlotte Knights outfielder Will Robertson, in his first full week with the Knights, was named the International League Player of the Week.
Colson Montgomery Joining the White Sox for MLB Debut
CHARLOTTE, NC – Prior to tonight’s series opener at Colorado, the Chicago White Sox recalled Shortstop Colson Montgomery from the Charlotte Knights.
Knights Sweep International League Weekly Awards
CHARLOTTE, NC – The Charlotte Knights swept the International League’s weekly awards thanks to a pair of spectacular performances during last week’s series against the Toledo Mud Hens. Yoendrys Gomez was named the IL’s Pitcher of the Week and Colson Montgomery was awarded the IL’s Player of the Week.
The Cosmic Takeover Tour is touching down at Truist Field in 2026
Charlotte, NC – The Charlotte Knights are excited to announce that Cosmic Baseball, a glow-in-the-dark twist on America’s favorite pastime, is coming to Truist Field in 2026! The Cosmic Takeover Tour, which completely sold out in 2025, is stopping in Charlotte next season, and fans can enter the ticket lottery
Baker's Two Jacks Lift the Knights to an 8-7 Win
CHARLOTTE, NC – The Charlotte Knights pulled off an impressive come-from-behind victory over the Durham Bulls on Saturday night at Truist Field. Charlotte fell behind by four runs but rallied back thanks to a big sixth inning and claimed an 8-7 win over their rivals.
Murphy Leads the Pitching but Knights Edged 3-2
CHARLOTTE, NC – The Charlotte Knights were topped by the Durham Bulls 3-2 on Thursday night in a game that remained close throughout. The pitching was excellent by both teams and it took a late unearned run for the Bulls to sneak past the Knights at Truist Field.
Knights Come Up Short to the Bulls, 7-3
CHARLOTTE, NC – The Charlotte Knights dropped their second straight game to the Durham Bulls on Wednesday night. Charlotte fell behind in the middle innings and the Knights were unable to mount a comeback. Ultimately, the home team fell by a final score of 7-3.
Hackenberg and Logan Impress but Knights Come Up Short
CHARLOTTE, NC- The Charlotte Knights fell to the Durham Bulls by a final score of 9-6 in game one of the season’s final homestand. Charlotte received impressive offensive performances from Adam Hackenberg and Drake Logan; however, the Knights comeback attempt fell short in the end.
Clevinger, Bullpen Fire a Sunday Shutout
PAPILLION, NE – The Charlotte Knights delivered on Sunday afternoon with an 8-0 shutout victory over the Omaha Storm Chasers. Mike Clevinger led the charge with five scoreless, hitless innings while Garrett Schoenle, Jairo Iriarte, and Peyton Pallette took care of the final four frames.