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Hunter Cole started the year at Double-A Frisco and hit a home run in his first at-bat of the season. He's been with the Express for almost two months and already has more homers this season than in any other season of his career.

Hunter Cole flourishing since joining Texas organization

Hunter Cole would go out to an old field in his neighborhood growing up in South Carolina where they would have travel ball practices or play tennis ball games with all the guys in the area. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 7/31/18

Mapfre Stadium, home of Columbus Crew SC, ahead of the game before Orlando City SC on Saturday evening.

Smith: Massive moment overshadowed by potential move in Columbus

What started as a trip to experience why and who the leadership of Columbus Crew SC would be leaving behind as they continue to work out a deal to move the team to Austin, ended in the most Columbus way possible. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 7/24/18

The Texas Stars will begin the 2018-19 AHL season on Friday, Oct. 5 against the Grand Rapids Griffins and will have 38 regular season games at HEB this season.

Texas begins 2018-19 season at home against Grand Rapids

The Texas Stars will begin the 2018-19 season with a pair of home games, first against the Grand Rapids Griffins on Oct. 5 and the next night against the Milwaukee Admirals. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 7/20/18

Starting a runner on second base has had a major effect on length of games. Only eight games have gone past three extra innings this season as of July 1.

New extra inning rules having major effects

New rules implemented across Minor League Baseball to shorten extra-inning games seem to be working. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 7/19/18

Express outfielder Scott Heineman was a late addition to the Triple-A All-Star game last week. He set a new league record with four stolen bases, including a steal of home, in the PCL win.

Scott Heineman making the most of his opportunities

Scott Heineman has quite literally run with his quick promotion through Minor League Baseball. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 7/19/18

Willie Calhoun saw his career-long 18-game hitting streak snapped as the Express lost to the Oklahoma City Dodgers 11-1 on Sunday night.

Express struggle in lopsided loss to Dodgers

Sunday was not Round Rock’s best night. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 7/15/18

Express down Dodgers in first game after All-Star break

Hanser Alberto is on a roll. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 7/12/18

Brandon Mann made his major league debut this season after spending the first part of his career in the low minor leagues, independent baseball and in Japan.

Never say die: Brandon Mann makes MLB debut after more than 16 seasons

Brandon Mann literally couldn’t believe what he’d just been told. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 7/11/18

Mike McKenna signed a one-year, two-way contract with the Ottawa Senators after playing a key role in helping the Texas Stars get to the Calder Cup Finals last season.

Arrivals and departures for the Texas Stars

With the NHL free agency period beginning in late June, the roster that helped the Texas Stars’ advance to the Calder Cup Finals for the third time in franchise history has already undergone some changes. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 7/11/18

Tigres forward Eduardo Vargas (9) and midfielder Enner Valencia (13) celebrate after scoring a second-half goal during a Liga MX friendly match between Tigres and Pachuca at Dell Diamond in Round Rock, Texas, on July 8, 2018.

Tigres downs Pachuca in Liga MX friendly at Dell Diamond

Home run calls and no-hitters were traded in for corner kicks and red cards Sunday evening at Dell Dimond. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 7/8/18

Round Rock outfielder Scott Heineman was 4-for-4 with two runs scored as the Express beat the Colorado Springs Sky Sox 8-4 on Tuesday night. He is 12-for-21 with five RBIs and three runs scored in the last five games.

Express close out homestand with win over Sky Sox

Scott Heineman is a spark plug. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 7/3/18

Express closer R.J. Alvarez was named a PCL All-Star for the first time in his career. Round Rock's only All-Star leads the PCL and is second in all of Triple-A baseball with 15 saves this year.

Express reliever R.J. Alvarez named PCL All-Star

R.J. Alvarez went to a small Catholic high school in Florida during high school and wasn’t allowed to have long hair. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 7/2/18

Express outfielder Scott Heineman finished with two hits and two RBIs, including a solo home run, but Round Rock lost to the Colorado Springs Sky Sox 7-2 on Sunday night.

Express drop third straight game to Sky Sox

Scott Heineman had no intention of stopping after his drive to center field hit the outfield wall. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 7/1/18

Texas baseball coach David Pierce threw out the first pitch and reflected on the Longhorns baseball season Sunday at Dell Diamond.

Pierce reflects on successful baseball season with Longhorns

David Pierce was just happy his first pitch didn’t bounce. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 7/1/18

Two rallies come up short as Express fall to Sky Sox

The Express dropped their second straight game Saturday night, falling to the Colorado Springs Sky Sox 6-4 in 10 innings. more

By ZACH SMTIH, HCN Sports Editor | 6/30/18

Winning streak ends as Express fall to Sky Sox

A red-hot Rond Rock team couldn’t complete another comeback. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 6/29/18

Austin City Council passes pair of McKalla Place resolutions

Austin City Council passed a pair of resolutions regarding the potential future of McKalla Place early Friday morning. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 6/29/18

Colin Markison returning to Stars next season

The Texas Stars’ roster continues to take shape as the NHL offseason ramps up. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 6/28/18

Christian Lopes was named the PCL Player of the Week recording multi-hit games in six straight games and combined to hit 12-20 earlier this season.

Christian Lopes flourishing in first season with Express

Christian Lopes has always turned heads on the baseball field, even if he didn’t want to play initially. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 6/26/18

Express slow down Storm Chasers in season-best fourth straight win

For the first time maybe all season, the Express switched on the cruise control. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 6/25/18

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