FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:  March 30, 2023

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BOULDERS JAKE MacKENZIE SIGNED BY COLORADO ROCKIES

Versatile Leadoff Hitter a Key in NY’s 2022 Playoff Run

Rockland County, NY (March 30, 2023) – The New York Boulders of the Frontier League today announced that infielder/outfielder Jake MacKenzie’s contract has been purchased by the Colorado Rockies organization. MacKenzie, a right-handed hitting infielder/outfielder was a key component in the Boulders’ success in 2022, resulting in a 57-38 overall record, a record-setting season-ending 12-game winning streak, and the franchise’s first ever trip to the Frontier League playoffs.

Primarily a leadoff-hitting infielder, MacKenzie shifted to play center field in the later stages of the season and sparked the offense slashing .302/.399/.432, with 14 homers, 62 RBI, and 92 runs scored in 92 games, tied for second in the league. As part of a record-setting attack, MacKenzie earned the organization’s John Thompson Unsung Hero award, presented at the end of the season.

After starring for nearby Fordham University, in 2021 he performed in the Boston Red Sox system, playing a combined 54 games for Greenvile and Salem, before signing with New York before the start of last season.

MacKenzie will look to follow in the footsteps of former Boulder Stephen Cardullo, who was first signed by the Rockies in January of 2016 after three seasons as a fan-favorite with the then-Rockland Boulders. Cardullo proceeded to become the franchise’s first player to ascend to the Major Leagues, making his Rockies debut on August 26, 2016, and playing 42 games with Colorado over his two seasons.

“We’re thrilled for Jake and the opportunity he’s earned,” noted Boulders Team President Shawn Reilly. “He’s a terrific all-around player, and we look forward to following his progress, and I know our fans will be excited as well.”

MacKenzie’s assignment within the Rockies’ system has not yet been determined.

Information regarding season tickets and packages for the Boulders’ 2023 season is available by calling 845-364-0009 or sliding to www.NYBoulders.com.

Debuting in 1993, the Frontier League is the largest and longest-running of the modern independent leagues and features teams stretching from the Atlantic Ocean to the Mississippi River and from the Ohio River to the St. Lawrence Seaway.  In September of 2020, the Frontier League became an official “Partner League” with Major League Baseball.

More information can be found at www.frontierleague.com.

About the New York Boulders and NYB, LLC

The New York Boulders are entering their 12th season of Professional Baseball as part of the Frontier League and are in pursuit of a post-season appearance for the eighth time in the past nine seasons. Founded as the Rockland Boulders in 2011, the franchise rebranded as the New York Boulders in advance of the 2020 season. In 2014, the Boulders won the Can-Am League Championship and hosted the Frontier vs. Can-Am All-Star Game in 2019. Proud to be part of the rich history of professional baseball in the New York City region, during the 2017 season the team welcomed its 1,000,000th fan to Clover Stadium located in Rockland County, NY. In 2012 and 2014, Rockland was named the Can-Am’s “Organization of the Year.” The Boulders are owned and operated by NYB, LLC, a sports and entertainment company company.. NYBB is committed to providing superior customer service and quality, affordable family entertainment experiences for the New York Metropolitan area, Lower Hudson Valley and northeast New Jersey. Slide to www.nyboulders.com for more information.