Rochester Baseball Historical Society

03/12/2026

We’ll be having an upcoming zoom meeting on Sunday, March 15th at 2PM.

Our guest will be author Rob Sheinkopf discussing his new book Baseball Imposters: The Dark Side of Fandom; a collection of stories of grown men who have falsely claimed to have played Major League Baseball. Dubbed “Eddie Scissons Syndrome” based on WP Kinsella’s fictional character in Shoeless Joe who lied about playing Major League Baseball. Sheinkopf draws upon real life examples to explore why individuals engage in such deception and the effects of such claims. This book is the culmination of 40 years of research on the subject. The Baseball Hall of Fame has cited that up to 1 in 5 information requests they receive are unverifiable careers!

Contact Ryan Brecker at [email protected] or 585-802-7475 to register.

03/05/2026

THE RBHS LOVES BRUCE THE BAT DOG. HERE IS HIS RED WINGS APPEARANCE SCHEDULE FOR THE 2026 SEASON.
April 4, May 16, May 25, June 13, June 20, July 4, July 18, August 1, August 15, August 29, and September 12

02/08/2026

In case you missed it…

Rochester Baseball Historical Society and Luke Easter SABR Chapter 2026 Hot Stove Dinner Program featuring special guests Joshua Snyder and Bruce the Bat Dog...

02/03/2026

WANT TO JOIN THE RBHS?
https://rochesterbaseballhistory.org/membership/

02/01/2026

There’s nothing like spending a winter evening with baseball friends.
Thank you to all who attended our annual Hot Stove Dinner and to the staff at the Webster Golf Club for their excellent hospitality.
Photo: Paul Bielewicz

02/01/2026

It was only 12 degrees on Saturday night but Bruce the Bat Dog and owner/trainer Joshua Snyder warmed everyone’s hearts at our annual Hot Stove Dinner.

01/25/2026

The RBHS would like to thank those who have purchased tickets to our annual Hot Stove Dinner on Saturday, January 31. Tickets will not be available at the door.
We are still looking for silent auction items. If you wish to bring an item please contact Ryan Brecker at [email protected].
On behalf of Bruce the Bat Dog, he can’t wait to see you!

01/22/2026

DEADLINE TO PURCHASE TICKETS IS FAST APPROACHING!
Our Featured Guests:
Bruce the Bat Dog and Joshua Snyder
The Rochester Baseball Historical Society’s annual Hot Stove Dinner
has gone to the dogs – and that’s a good thing! Please join us
Saturday, January 31st at Webster Golf Club as Bruce the Bat Dog
and professional dog trainer Joshua Snyder entertain us
with tales and tails . The past two seasons, Bruce followed in the paw
steps of beloved golden retriever predecessor, Milo, fetching bats at
Red Wings games. Under the guidance of U.S. Marine Corps veteran
Snyder, Bruce and Milo’s appearances at Wings games have raised
more than $50,000 for local charities.
Date: January 31, 20265. Time: 5pm-9pm.
Location: Webster Golf Club, 440 Salt Rd., Webster, NY 14580.
Tickets: $55/person. Purchase tickets by Jan. 24, 2026.
• Check: mail to: RBHS, 1600 Stone Road, Rochester, NY 14615
• Venmo: email: [email protected] for details
• Credit/Debit card: email [email protected] or call 585-746-5123
Seating is limited. Tickets will not be available at the door.
Overnight accommodations are available at the Holiday Inn Express
& Suites/Webster located at 860 Holt Road. Contact the hotel directly
at 585-872-0900 and mention RBHS to get a discounted rate. Good
for 1/31/2026 and must booked by January 24, 2025.

01/13/2026

TICKETS NOW ON SALE!
Our Featured Guests:
Bruce the Bat Dog and Joshua Snyder
The Rochester Baseball Historical Society’s annual Hot Stove Dinner
has gone to the dogs – and that’s a good thing! Please join us
Saturday, January 31st at Webster Golf Club as Bruce the Bat Dog
and professional dog trainer Joshua Snyder entertain us
with tales and tails . The past two seasons, Bruce followed in the paw
steps of beloved golden retriever predecessor, Milo, fetching bats at
Red Wings games. Under the guidance of U.S. Marine Corps veteran
Snyder, Bruce and Milo’s appearances at Wings games have raised
more than $50,000 for local charities.
Date: January 31, 20265. Time: 5pm-9pm.
Location: Webster Golf Club, 440 Salt Rd., Webster, NY 14580.
Tickets: $55/person. Purchase tickets by Jan. 24, 2026.
• Check: mail to: RBHS, 1600 Stone Road, Rochester, NY 14615
• Venmo: email: [email protected] for details
• Credit/Debit card: email [email protected] or call 585-746-5123
Seating is limited. Tickets will not be available at the door.
Overnight accommodations are available at the Holiday Inn Express
& Suites/Webster located at 860 Holt Road. Contact the hotel directly
at 585-872-0900 and mention RBHS to get a discounted rate. Good
for 1/31/2026 and must booked by January 24, 2025.