John Hughes, who had previously attempted to bring pro baseball to Warner Robins, Georgia, has purchased the Binghamton Mets (Class AA; Eastern League) and says he’ll keep the team in NYSEG Stadium. (more…)
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New Hartford ballpark cost estimate: $10.3M over budget
Centerplan Cos. CEO Bob Landino confirms a potential $10.3 million overrun on Dunkin’ Donuts Park, new home of the Hartford Yard Goats (Class AA; Eastern League), and warns of a later opening date. (more…)
City: New Hartford ballpark may open late
After developer Centerplan Cos. reportedly warned that Dunkin’ Donuts Park, new home of the Hartford Yard Goats (Class AA; Eastern League), may not open on time, the Hartford Stadium Authority wants explanations for the potential delay and a $10 million cost overrun. (more…)
Best of 2015: #10, Hartford Yard Goats
We end 2015 with a countdown of the 10 biggest stories of the year on Ballpark Digest, as chosen by editors and partially based on page views. Today, #10 on the list: the move of the New Britain Rock Cats and the emergence of the Hartford Yard Goats and Dunkin’ Donuts Park. (more…)
Fightin Phils unveil new 2016 uniforms
We have new looks for the Reading Fightin Phils (Class AA; Eastern League), as the team unveils four new uniforms for the 2016 season. (more…)
Canal Park makeover continues with new turf in 2016
More changes to Canal Park, home of the Akron RubberDucks (Class AA; Eastern League), in 2016, as the ballpark will undergo an upgrade to the playing field before the season opener. (more…)
Fightin Phils: 50 years with the Phillies
To mark the 50-year affiliation mark with the Philadelphia Phillies, the Reading Fightin Phils (Class AA; Eastern League) will feature a “50 Seasons in Reading” logo throughout the season. (more…)
Curve announce 2016 front-office lineup
The Altoona Curve (Class AA; Eastern League) announced four additions to the team’s front office for the 2016 season: Mike Kessling, Trey Wilson, Michelle Gravert and Emily Rutzen. (more…)
Flying Squirrels unveil 2016 Diamond improvements
We have a series of improvements to The Diamond in 2016 from the Richmond Flying Squirrels (Class AA; Eastern League), including a new party deck, complete with bar and rail-top seating, down the right-field line. (more…)
Harrisburg to mark 30 years of Senators
The Harrisburg Senators (Class AA; Eastern League) are marking 30 years as the Senators with a commemorative logo and a return of an old favorite, Uncle Slam. (more…)
Fisher Cats pitch ballpark improvements, lease extension
The New Hampshire Fisher Cats (Class AA; Eastern League) are offering to extend their Northeast Delta Dental Stadium lease through 2035 if the city agrees to spend money on what both sides agree are needed improvements. (more…)
A primary of a different sort from Fisher Cats
It’s a New Hampshire primary of a different sort, as the New Hampshire Fisher Cats (Class AA; Eastern League) are asking fans to weigh in on the official game hat to be worn by the team on Opening Day, April 14, 2016. (more…)
Reading to celebrate 50 years of Phillies
Big anniversary this season at FirstEnergy Stadium, as the Reading Fightin Phils (Class AA; Eastern League) and the Philadelphia Phillies will celebrate 50 years of their affiliation — the second longest in pro baseball. (more…)