If it’s the beginning of the season, it’s time for the Albuquerque Isotopes (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) to make the annual rent payment to the city. This year’s check: $1,371,412.73. (more…)
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Mets, Binghamton extend PDC through 2020
The New York Mets and the Binghamton Mets (Class AA; Eastern League) agreed to an extension of their player-development contract (PDC) through the 2020 season, as announced last night. (more…)
Cute Cutters critters on tap for ’15 jersey
Another cool jersey from the Williamsport Crosscutters (short season A; NY-Penn League), who are asking pet owners to submit photos of their pets for possible inclusion on limited-edition Cutters Pet Jerseys. (more…)
‘Topes go purple for Sunday home games
With a new parent in the form of the Colorado Rockies, the Albuquerque Isotopes (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) are donning purple threads exclusively during Sunday home games. (more…)
IronPigs to mark Hump Day with camel jerseys
This should make Hump Day a little easier to bear: The Lehigh Valley IronPigs (Class AAA; International League) will give a nod to the pop-culture phenomenon Wednesday, July 1 by wearing camel jerseys (presented by Geico, of course) at Coca-Cola Park. (more…)
R-Braves unveil right-field hospitality area
We have another reason for fans to visit the Rome Braves (Low Class A; Sally League) at State Mutual Stadium: a new right-field hospitality destination called the Suzuki Showcase. (more…)
Bubba influences in Pensacola for 2015
The addition of Bubba Watson to the Pensacola Blue Wahoos (Class AA; Southern League) ownership is leading to changes at the team’s home, Pensacola Bayfront Stadium, for the 2015 season. (more…)
Thunder: Plenty of upgrades for 2015 season
Plenty of changes this season for the Trenton Thunder (Class AA; Eastern League), as the team has upgraded both concessions and Arm & Hammer Park. (more…)
Promotions Watch: Turn Back the Clock Nights
For the especially nostalgic Minor League Baseball fan, 2015 is shaping up to be a busy year when it comes to turn back the clock or throwback nights. Some of the most notable of those promotions—including several anniversary-related events, and one of baseball’s best traditions—are highlighted in this week’s Promotions Watch. (more…)
New in Charlotte: Club 93
A year after BB&T Ballpark opened, the Charlotte Knights (Class AAA; International League) are already implementing a major upgrade in the form of Club 93, a homage to the 1993 Knights championship squad. (more…)
B-Mets sued over aborted sale of team
The owners of the Binghamton Mets (Class AA; Eastern League) are being sued by Main Street Baseball and Clark Minker over an aborted sale of the team, with the court being asked to halt the potential sale of the team to another suitor. (more…)
Seats installed at Biloxi’s MGM Park
Seats are currently being installed at MGM Park, new home of the Biloxi Shuckers (Class AA; Southern League), as the lease is clarified to define exactly when the ballpark can open. (more…)
Not Your Routine Poutine in Akron
Today’s food news, part 2: The Akron RubberDucks (Class AA; Eastern League) unveiled their three remaining extreme food items for 2015, including a truly extreme salad, poutine and an oversized sub. (more…)