Tickets for the MLB at Rickwood Field, A Tribute to the Negro Leagues event at Birmingham’s historic venue will be sold exclusively to Alabama residents, with recipients determined by a lottery now open to the public. (more…)
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DBH adds Birmingham Barons to lineup
Another Diamond Baseball Holdings (DBH) acquisition to announce, with the addition of the Birmingham Barons (Double-A; Southern League) to the mix. (more…)
It’s official: Rickwood Field to host 2024 Field of Dreams game
We reported this last week, and now it’s official: Rickwood Field, the oldest pro baseball ballpark in America, will host the 2024 Field of Dreams game between the St. Louis Cardinals and San Francisco Giants on June 20, as announced by MLB. (more…)
Rickwood Field eyed as host of 2024 Field of Dreams game
Birmingham’s venerable Rickwood Field, America’s oldest pro ballpark where Willie Mays made his pro debut as a 17-year-old Black Baron, is in line to land the 2024 Field of Dreams game, hosting the Giants and the Cardinals. (more…)
White Sox maintain farm system for 2021 and beyond
Invitations went out today to the four existing top affiliates of the Chicago White Sox, all of whom are expected to return: Charlotte Knights, Birmingham Barons, Winston-Salem Dash and Kannapolis Cannon Ballers. (more…)
Birmingham Barons Announce Regions Field Upgrades
The Birmingham Barons (Class AA; Southern League) have announced upgrades to Regions Field that will be completed prior to the 2020 season, including new AirFlow Mesh seats for the newly named Dread River Lounge. In addition, the team is extending protective netting at the ballpark. (more…)
2020 Rickwood Classic Set for June 8
The Birmingham Barons (Class AA; Southern League) have announced details on the 2020 Rickwood Classic, set to be played at historic Rickwood Field on June 8. (more…)
In Memoriam: Art Clarkson
Art Clarkson, a former owner of the Birmingham Barons (Class AA; Southern League) and founder of professional hockey’s Birmingham Bulls, passed away Monday at the age of 78. (more…)
2019 Rickwood Classic Set for Wednesday
The Birmingham Barons (Class AA; Southern League) will host one of Minor League Baseball‘s best traditions Wednesday, when the annual Rickwood Classic is played. (more…)
Birmingham Barons Food Preview: Chicken & Waffles, Irish Nachos
With the MiLB season just weeks away, teams are releasing information about their new ballpark offerings. Today we have news about two new concession items from the Birmingham Barons (Class AA; Southern League) and Parkview Catering: Irish Nachos and Chicken & Waffles. (more…)
Rickwood Classic Returning in 2018
One of baseball’s best traditions will make a comeback in 2018, as the Birmingham Barons (Class AA; Southern League) have announced plans for the 2018 Rickwood Classic. (more…)
Birmingham Barons Unveil Magic City Uniform
The Birmingham Barons (Class AA; Southern League) have unveiled their new Magic City uniform, an alternate look that will debut in 2018. (more…)
Barons Welcome 2-Millionth Fan to Regions Field
The Birmingham Barons (Class AA; Southern League) reached a milestone last night, welcoming the two-millionth fan to Regions Field in its fifth year of existence. (more…)