Officials last week approved a demolition contract for Campbell’s Field, spelling an inevitable end for the former home of the Camden Riversharks (independent; Atlantic League). (more…)
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Bids Sought for Campbell’s Field Demolition
Camden, NJ’s Campbell’s Field is closer to coming down, as officials are seeking bids to demolish the ballpark. (more…)
Campbell’s Field Inching Closer to Demolition
Under a proposal that is currently begin discussed, Camden, NJ’s Campbell’s Field will eventually be demolished to clear the way for an athletic complex. (more…)
Campbell’s Field Slated for Demolition: Officials
Though there’s no final word from the ballpark owner, political leaders in Camden, N.J. say that Campbell’s Field, former home of the Camden Riversharks (independent; Atlantic League), will be torn down to make way for athletic fields and a waterfront development. (more…)
Camden Still Without Professional Baseball
In the time following the departure of the Camden Riversharks (independent; Atlantic League), Camden County has not secured a professional baseball tenant for Campbell’s Field. This is despite some of the development taking place on Camden’s waterfront. (more…)
The Week That Was: Oct. 25, 2015
Award announcements, Baseball Across America and changes in the 2016 Atlantic League lineup caught the attention of readers this week. Here are the top stories posted on Ballpark Digest the past seven days, as measured by page views. (more…)
It’s official: New Britain replaces Camden in AtL lineup
With the announcement earlier this week that the Camden Riversharks were ending operations, it’s been confirmed that New Britain will be the replacement in the 2016 independent Atlantic League lineup. (more…)
Camden Riversharks close up shop
After 15 seasons, the Camden Riversharks (independent; Atlantic League) are no more after failing to procure a Campbell’s Field lease extension from the Camden County Improvement Authority. (more…)
Atlantic League lease approved by New Britain
The New Britain Common Council approved a lease with the independent Atlantic League to have a team playing at New Britain Stadium in 2016, but many things are still up in the air. (more…)
Atlantic League still wants Loudoun; more changes for 2017?
The independent Atlantic League is still interested in a Loudoun County team despite the demise of VIP Sports & Entertainment and the Loudoun Hounds; meanwhile, the league’s 2016 and 2017 lineup could be in flux as New Britain enters the league. (more…)
Camden in the midst of baseball intrigue
With it looking like the Camden Riversharks (independent; Atlantic League) the team on the move to New Britain Stadium in 2016, we could see an affiliated team move to Campbell’s Field in 2017 or beyond. (more…)
Personnel news in Milwaukee, Camden, Auburn, Green Bay
We have personnel news today from the Milwaukee Brewers, Camden Riversharks (independent; Atlantic League), Auburn Doubledays (short season A; NY-Penn League), and the Green Bay Bullfrogs (summer collegiate; Northwoods League). (more…)
Personnel news in Camden, Lakewood, Nashville
We have some personnel notes to pass along: Adam Lorber is leaving the Camden Riversharks (independent; Atlantic League) for the Lakewood BlueClaws (Low Class A; Sally League), and Brad Tammen is leaving the Nashville Sounds (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League). Bringing pro baseball to a a blighted neighborhood is always a huge challenge, but the […]