An attempt to seek minimum wage payments for pro baseball players via class action has caused at least one state to work on legislation to clearly define ballplayers as seasonal workers not subject to minimum wage requirements. (more…)
Archive | At the Ballpark
Matt Perry Introduced as Wilmington Sharks’ New Owner
There has been a change in ownership for the Wilmington Sharks (summer collegiate; Coastal Plain League), as Matt Perry is taking over the club. (more…)
Funds for Hinchliffe Stadium Repairs Get Preliminary Approval
A borrowing measure that could fund Hinchliffe Stadium repairs was granted preliminary approval on Tuesday by the Paterson City Council. (more…)
Personnel News: Lowell Spinners
There is some personnel news to report from the Lowell Spinners (Short Season A; NY-Penn League), who have announced a series of additions and promotions. (more…)
Jonathan Stone Named Pacific Association Commissioner
The Pacific Association has named a new commissioner, appointing Jonathan Stone to the role. Stone, a San Francisco businessman and marketing specialist, was named to the position in a unanimous vote by league owners on Monday, May 1. (more…)
Al Dorso Purchases New Jersey Jackals
Ownership of the New Jersey Jackals (independent; Can-Am League) is changing hands, as Al Dorso has purchased the team from Floyd Hall. Dorso is no stranger to the Can-Am League, as he is also the owner of the Sussex County Miners and Skylands Stadium. (more…)
Lou DiBella/Montgomery Biscuits Era Begins
Big change at Riverwalk Stadium, as the Lou DiBella ownership era for the Montgomery Biscuits (Class AA; Southern League) begins, after he takes control of the team from Sherrie Myers and Tom Dickson. (more…)
Labatt Park Turns 140
Today marks a notable anniversary in the baseball world, as London, ON’s Labatt Park is turning 140 years old. (more…)
Portions of Bringhurst Field Being Torn Down
Portions of Bringhurst Field are being torn down, marking a turning point in the history of the venerable Alexandria, LA facility. (more…)
Amazon Alexa Added to Safeco Field Suites
Amazon Alexa has arrived at Safeco Field, where it will be available to private suite guests during Seattle Mariners games. (more…)
Bill Smith Joins MiLB, Will Focus on Facilities And More
Bill Smith, the former Minnesota Twins GM integral to the development of Target Field as well as the team’s MiLB and spring facilities, is joining Minor League Baseball, with a focus on facilities, scheduling and MiLB international leagues. (more…)
Johnson City Cardinals Promote Tyler Parsons
There is some personnel news to report, as Tyler Parsons has been promoted to vice president/general manager of the Johnson City Cardinals (Rookie; Appalachian League). The promotion was announced by Boyd Sports, LLC. (more…)
Borrowing Measure for Hinchliffe Stadium Repairs Rejected
On Tuesday, the Paterson City Council rejected a borrowing measure that would have helped finance repairs to Hinchliffe Stadium. (more…)