September 27 marked the 52nd anniversary of the final game at Colt Stadium, the forgotten but still notable home of the Houston Colt .45s. (more…)
Archive | At the Ballpark
Personnel News: Portland Sea Dogs
We have some personnel news to share from the Portland Sea Dogs (Class AA; Eastern League), who have announced several promotions within their front office ranks. Sea Dogs Executive Vice President & General Manager Geoff Iacuessa made the announcements. (more…)
Geoff Lassiter Honored by Carolina League
Geoff Lassiter of the Winston-Salem Dash has been honored by the Carolina League, which has given him its 2016 Calvin Falwell Executive of the Year. (more…)
Real Sports to Air Robo Ump 2 Segment
Tuesday night will feature what should be an interesting feature on the strike zone, as HBO’s Real Sports with Bryan Gumble airs a segment on Robo Ump 2. (more…)
Now Available: The Complete Guide to Spring Training 2017 / Florida
We have a book announcement: You can begin your Grapefruit League planning today with the release of The Complete Guide to Spring Training 2017 / Florida in print and eBook forms. (more…)
Personnel News from Normal, Charleston
We have personnel news today from the Normal CornBelters (independent; Frontier League) and the Charleston RiverDogs (Low A; Sally League). (more…)
Civic Stadium to be Demolished
The remains of a historic ballpark are about to be demolished, as plans are place to clear what is left of Eugene’s Civic Stadium. (more…)
Personnel News: Lowell, Charleston
We have personnel news to report from the Lowell Spinners (Short Season A; NY-Penn League) and the Charleston RiverDogs (Low A; Sally League). (more…)
Personnel News: Rob Egan Named Knights GM
There is some personnel news to report, as Rob Egan been named the general manager of the Charlotte Knights (Class AAA; International League). Egan joins the Knights after guiding the Altoona Curve (Class AA; Eastern League) as their general manager over the past eight seasons. (more…)
Vin Scully Will Not Call Postseason Games
Despite the wishes of many baseball fans, Los Angeles Dodgers broadcaster Vin Scully says he will not call postseason games. (more…)
Tennis Courts Could Claim Greer Stadium Site
Efforts to redevelop or repurpose Greer Stadium continue, with tennis courts being one of the latest proposals. (more…)
Turner Field Follows in Footsteps of Braves Field
In just a few short weeks, the Atlanta Braves will end their run at Turner Field. While the facility’s days as a ballpark are numbered, it will have another act, as Georgia State University will begin using it as a football stadium, perhaps as soon as next fall. (more…)
SunTrust Park to Open March 31, 2017
An opening date for SunTrust Park has been set, as the Atlanta Braves will host the New York Yankees at the new ballpark on March 31. (more…)