Idaho Falls Chukars Archives

Chukars win consecutive games, take down Ogden 12-8 in back and forth contest

August 6, 2021 10:50 PM Eric Moon

Before Thursday’s night game, the Chukars had lost…

Chukars blown out 12-4 to begin six-game homestand, remain in third place in the north

August 4, 2021 10:48 PM Eric Moon

Right from the get-go Wednesday night, the Ogden Raptors took charge against the Idaho Falls Chukars, blowing out the Chuks 12-4, handing Idaho Falls…

Chukars drop series opener in Boise

July 28, 2021 11:45 PM Adrian Luevano

BOISE, Idaho (KIFI) – Game one of a six-game series against the Boise Hawks did not go the way the Idaho Falls Chukars wanted it to go. The Hawks put…

Chukars bounce back, defeat Rocky Mountain 9-8 to finish homestand

July 26, 2021 10:48 PM Eric Moon

After losing for just the second time in 23 games against the Rocky Mountain Vibes Sunday, the Idaho Falls Chukars used an early burst of offense to…

Chukars take down Rocky Mountain 8-6 for fifth straight win

July 23, 2021 11:36 PM Eric Moon

Friday night at Melaleuca Field, the Idaho Falls Chukars made it 20 wins against the Rocky Mountain Vibes this season in 21…

Chukars take their second game of the homestand

July 22, 2021 9:57 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Matt Feinstein’s grand slam in the second inning helped the Idaho Falls Chukars beat the Rocky Mountain Vibes 8-4 on…

Chukars blow past the Vibes

July 21, 2021 10:22 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Kona Quiggle’s three RBI day at the plate helped the Idaho Falls Chukars beat the Rocky Mountain Vibes 9-4. With the win,…

After an early-inning slugfest, Chukars take rubber match in Ogden 13-8

July 19, 2021 11:41 PM Eric Moon

If there’s one thing we know about Chukars-Raptors games, the bats are usually alive and the game can get pretty wild, as evidenced by Sunday’s…

Benches clear in Chukars win over the Raptors

July 18, 2021 10:20 PM Adrian Luevano

OGDEN, Utah (KIFI) – The Idaho Falls Chukars used a five-run eighth inning to help them beat the Ogden Raptors in game two of their three-game…

Chukars take must-win game 8-0, but Missoula wins the northern division

July 16, 2021 11:15 PM Eric Moon

Friday night, the Chukars needed a win and a Missoula loss to win the northern division in the first half of the Pioneer League…

Chukars blow out Ogden 18-3 in a must-win game; still trail Missoula with one game remaining in the first half

July 15, 2021 11:10 PM Eric Moon

Chukars needed a win Thursday night to have a chance at coming back to win the northern division in the first half of the season, and Idaho Falls…

Chukars drop crucial game to Raptors 14-13; fall one game back of Missoula for first place

July 15, 2021 12:03 AM Eric Moon

Offense was the name of the game for the Chukars and the Ogden Raptors Wednesday night, as Idaho Falls lost a slugfest…

Chukars take rubber match against Billings 13-5

July 8, 2021 10:20 AM Eric Moon

After a one-run loss on Independence Day to Billings, the Idaho Falls Chukars took the rubber match against the Mustangs 13-5 Monday…

Chukars fall in a home run derby to the Paddleheads

June 20, 2021 11:00 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Nine innings were not enough to decide a winner on Sunday between the Idaho Falls Chukars and Missoula Paddleheads. For…

Chukars take series opener against Missoula

June 19, 2021 10:43 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – The Idaho Falls Chukars came back from an early four-run deficit to beat the Missoula Paddleheads 16-8. Jake Binder threw…

Jose Canseco returns back to Idaho Falls

June 19, 2021 10:03 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Former Idaho Falls Athletic Jose Canseco returned back to town on Saturday. The two-time World Series champion met up…

Feinstein’s birthday home runs power the Chukars to a series win

June 18, 2021 11:39 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – It was a special 24th birthday for Idaho Falls Chukar infielder Matt Feinstein. He launched two home runs to help Idaho…

Chukars beat Boise with a walk-off hit

June 17, 2021 11:26 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – The Idaho Falls Chukars used a late comeback to beat the Boise Hawks 7-6 at Melalueca Field. Daniel Martins-Molinari hit…

Chukars erupt for 20 runs against Rocky Mountain

June 4, 2021 12:30 AM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Wearing their Madres uniforms, the Idaho Falls Chukars tallied a 20-4 win over the Rocky Mountain Vibes on Thursday…

Chukars drop their fourth straight game to Missoula

May 30, 2021 10:48 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – A late comeback attempt by the Idaho Falls Chukars fell short as they fell to Missoula 7-6 on Sunday afternoon. Idaho…

Chukars wrap up series with Billings

May 24, 2021 11:14 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – The Idaho Falls Chukars suffered their first loss of the young season to Billings 14-12 to open a double header on…

Kevin Greene surprised with Chukars hall of fame honor

May 24, 2021 9:00 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Idaho Falls Chukars president Kevin Greene is always making sure there is a good show at Melaleuca Field on game nights.…

Chukars start their season with an opening day victory

May 22, 2021 11:28 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – After waiting 616 days to play baseball, the Idaho Falls Chukars opened the 2021 season with a 17-11 win over the…

They’re back: Idaho Falls Chukars season preview

May 21, 2021 11:16 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – After 616 days, the Idaho Falls Chukars return to Melaleuca Field to play baseball. The Chukars open their season against…

Chukars return to the field in exhibition loss to Boise

May 19, 2021 11:31 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – The 2021 Idaho Falls Chukars took the field for the first time Wednesday night in a 10-2 exhibition loss to new league…

Chukars welcome fans back to Melaleuca Field

May 19, 2021 10:46 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – For the first time in 2021 fans were back inside Melaleuca Field to watch the Idaho Falls Chukars. Michelle and Bill…

Idaho Falls Chukars choose Bingham Healthcare Orthopedics as official team doctors

May 12, 2021 9:44 AM News Team

The Idaho Falls Chukars and Bingham Healthcare announced they have finalized a multi-year agreement for sports medicine coverage to the Chukars…

Pioneer League dumping extra innings in favor of home run duel

April 27, 2021 10:10 AM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – The Pioneer League announced a new set of rules for the upcoming 2021 baseball season on Tuesday. One of the most…

Chukars seeking host families for players

March 31, 2021 7:46 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – The 2021 roster for the Idaho Falls Chukars is starting get filled. They are asking for the public’s help to find a place…

Chukars introduce 2021 coaching staff

March 8, 2021 2:42 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – The Idaho Falls Chukars have its coaching staff in place for its first season as an independent. Billy Gardner Jr was…

Chukars hope to hire their new manager soon

January 28, 2021 9:34 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – With the Pioneer League schedule out, the Idaho Falls Chukars have started to look for their next manager. Once that is…

Chukars release 2021 schedule

January 27, 2021 3:20 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – The Idaho Falls Chukars released their 96 game schedule for the 2021 season on Wednesday. The season will feature 48 home…

Idaho Falls Chukars will be playing baseball in 2021

November 30, 2020 12:11 PM News Team

Major League Baseball and the Pioneer League jointly announced the Pioneer League has been designated a “Partner League” of MLB.…

Future of pro baseball in Idaho Falls is up in the air

October 2, 2020 3:15 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Major League Baseball and Minor League Baseball’s working agreement expired on Wednesday. The expiration means the…

Chukars look forward to more events at Melaleuca Field

August 19, 2020 8:55 PM Adrian Luevano

Wednesday night is the last Brews at the Ballpark at Melaleuca…

Chukars debut Brews at the Ballpark

July 1, 2020 8:02 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Even though the Idaho Falls Chukars will not play in 2020, they are still finding ways to bring the community to the…

Chukars season officially canceled

June 30, 2020 3:21 PM Dylan Carder

The Idaho Falls Chukars 2020 season is officially…

Balginy added to Chukars hall of fame

June 20, 2020 10:18 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Legendary broadcaster John Balginy became the fifth member of the Chukars hall of fame Saturday. It also happened to…

Chukars season is in jeopardy

June 6, 2020 1:05 AM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Idaho Falls Chukars President & GM, Kevin Greene says he can see the writing on the wall. Nothing is official…

Bandits team up with Chukars at Melaleuca Field

June 3, 2020 6:35 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – There will be baseball in Idaho Falls this Summer. Melaleuca Field will host at least 40 Idaho Falls Bandits games…

Chukars team up to help Food Basket

April 24, 2020 8:24 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – This time of year Melaleuca Field is usually hosting high school baseball games. On Friday, they were filling up the…