A signal from the underworld of Rochester baseball.

The Red Warning Grim Tee channels the team’s alter ego — the unapologetic, no-fear side of the Red Wings. Born from the city’s (incorrect) “grim and depressing” label, this design flips the narrative, turning an outsider’s insult into a badge of pride.

The grim-reaper mark isn’t about darkness — it’s about endurance. It’s about a city that’s been counted out, written off, and still shows up. It’s Rochester’s fight, stitched into cotton and outlined in red.

Built for every day, built for every night out — from ballpark lights to city streets.

• 100% Cotton
• Unisex Fit
• Black Tee
• Rochester Grim Wings Logo
• Brand: New Era

The Story Behind “The Grim”

In 2020, New York Post columnist Maureen Callahan described Rochester as “grim and depressing.” We could’ve taken it personally — but that’s not who we are. Instead, we decided to have a little fun.

The following summer, we invited Maureen to Frontier Field for “Grim & Depressing Night” — a full-on celebration of Rochester pride, humor, and heart. She showed up, threw out the first pitch, and saw what this city is really about. By the end of the night, everyone — including Maureen — was laughing right alongside us.

Fans packed the stands wearing sold-out Grim & Depressing tees, turning what started as an insult into a badge of honor. The phrase that was meant to sting became a rallying cry — a reminder that Rochester’s grit, spirit, and sense of humor run deeper than any headline.

Rochester doesn’t run from the dark.

It turns it into light.