Taste NY Expands MiLB Partnership
Ballparks across the Empire State will have a more local flavor this summer, thanks to partnerships between Taste NY and five New-York based Minor League Baseball teams. (more…)
Bees Finding Niche in New Britain
As they play their inaugural season, the New Britain Bees (independent; Atlantic League) are finding a niche among baseball fans in New Britain. (more…)
More Attendance Records, Big Crowds on 4th of July
We had many sellout crowds and more record attendance yesterday, as the Fourth of July was a major draw in many Minor League Baseball and independent ballparks. (more…)
In Memoriam: Bob Kitzmiller
Bob Kitzmiller, former assistant general manager of the Danville Braves (rookie; Appalachian League) whose time with pro baseball dated back to the Carolina League’s Danville 97s, passed away. He was 66. (more…)
Attendance Records Fall on Fourth of July Weekend
Folks apparently are skipping that traditional run to the lake and are instead taking in games at Minor League Baseball and independent baseball ballparks, as several attendance records have already fallen to the wayside. (more…)
Promotions Watch: Independence Day Weekend Giveaways
Independence Day weekend is a busy time at the gate for Minor League Baseball teams, and many are rolling out creative giveaways to amplify the ballpark experience. (more…)
Canadians Having Another Strong Year at the Gate
Some great attendance news on Canada Day, as the Vancouver Canadians (Short Season A; Northwest League)–MiLB’s only team north of the border–continue to attract fans in droves. (more…)
Elizabethton Budget Excludes Ballpark Upgrades
Despite previous pleas from the Elizabethton Twins (Rookie; Appalachian League), the city’s approved budget for the upcoming fiscal year does not include ballpark upgrades. (more…)
Texas League Reveals Hall of Fame Class
The Texas League has announced its 2016 Hall of Fame class, which will feature 11 inductees instead of the initially proposed 10. The circuit’s board of directors made this decision to enshrine league president Tom Kayser, who is set to retire next February, making this his last season at the helm. (more…)
Playing at Henley Field is Experience for Flying Tigers
With Joker Marchant Stadium and Tiger Town undergoing renovations this summer, the Lakeland Flying Tigers (High A; Florida State League) are making the best of playing the season at historic Henley Field. (more…)
Debate Rages Over MiLB Overtime Legislation
A bill that would exempt Minor League Baseball players from federal overtime laws has generated a largely negative reaction in the media, as one of the bill’s sponsors, U.S. Rep. Cheri Bustos, has withdrawn her sponsorship of the proposal. (more…)
Hartford Developer Pitches Ballpark Completion Plan
With no timeline in place for the completion of Dunkin’ Donuts Park, Centerplan Cos.‘ CEO is offering to resume the work and pay for its costs, if certain conditions are met. (more…)
Fort Bragg Game Set for Sunday
On Sunday, the Miami Marlins and the Atlanta Braves will square off at North Carolina’s Fort Bragg, marking a game that is as historic as it is unique. (more…)