Power, Appalachian Power extend naming-rights deal
It will be Appalachian Power Park for the next decade, as the West Virginia Power (Low Class A; Sally League) and Appalachian Power extended their naming-rights agreement through at least the 2024 season. “An agreement was put in place before this stadium opened and it made sense for everyone involved,” said co-owner and managing partner […]
Alabama ends run at Sewell-Thomas Stadium
The current version of Sewell-Thomas Stadium is now one for the record books, as the University of Alabama played its last game there before a $35-million renovation. “The Joe” will be closed for all of 2014 during the renovation; the Crimson Tide will likely end up playing the season at the Hoover Met in Birmingham. […]
Atlantic League hits big milestone: 30 million fans
The independent Atlantic League hit a big milestone this weekend, attracting the 30-millionth fan to a league game. “We are excited to celebrate surpassing 30 million fans coming to our ballparks in just our 17th year,” says Atlantic League president Rick White. “Our goal every year is to provide affordable family entertainment for all baseball […]
MiLB signs sponsorship deal with Pep Boys
Another national sponsorship for Minor League Baseball, as Pep Boys is in with a campaign in targeted MiLB markets and clubs across the country this season, with opportunities for significant expansion in future years. “As our more than 41 million game attendees enjoy another exciting season of Minor League Baseball action, they can look to […]
One last look at Cooper Stadium
We’re in the middle of our Target Field/Midway Stadium day-night doubleheader, but we thought you’d like to see this shot: the ongoing demolition and repurposing of Cooper Stadium, former home of the Columbus Clippers (Class AAA; International League). As you’ll recall, Cooper Stadium, which opened in 1932, has sat empty since the Clippers moved to […]
New for 2014: Saints mascot Stephen Colboar
We have a name for this year’s four-legged St. Paul Saints (independent; American Association) pig mascot: Stephen Colboar. This was a good year for Saints porcine nicknames, as evidenced by the team’s press release: The Saints were looking for a humorous name that Minnesotan’s could gravitate towards (Johnny Hamziel), but sometimes a great idea on […]
Werner Park naming-rights deal extended through 2020
It will be Werner Park for another five years, as the Omaha Storm Chasers (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) and Werner Enterprises extend their naming-rights deal through the 2020 season. The early extension comes in year four of the original five-year agreement in 2010. “As naming rights sponsor of Werner Park, we have enjoyed collaborating […]
New Atlanta Braves ballpark renderings posted
We have some conceptual renderings of the new Atlanta Braves ballpark posted, as the team goes for an intimate ballpark designed for the elements: lots of shade and lots of air conditioning. These are conceptual renderings, of course, and the Braves warn that they are subject to change as realities meet concepts. The current plan […]
Minor League Baseball on tap in in Panama City Beach?
We could see a pitch for Minor League Baseball in Panama City Beach, Florida, as city and tourism officials begin the process of working out a ballpark funding plan. It’s no surprise that the Panama City/Bay County area is emerging as a potential MiLB home; more than one owner has discussed the market with us […]
Hoover Met may see new life as temporary Alabama home
Hoover Metropolitan Stadium may see a new tenant in 2015 as the University of Alabama is negotiating a temporary lease while Sewell Thomas Stadium is renovated. The Sewell Thomas Stadium renovation is set to begin next week (barring the Crimson Tide hosting an NCAA Regional, of course), and it was originally thought that the Crimson […]
State action could save Houston Astrodome
By designating the Houston Astrodome as a “state antiquities landmark,” the Texas Historical Commission could prevent Harris County from tearing down the famed facility. There are no current plans to tear down the Astrodome, which has sat empty since 2009. Last year Harris County voters rejected a $217-million bonding proposal that would have turned the […]
Saints to revive popular Silent Night Friday
The St. Paul Saints (independent; American Association) are prepping for a final season at Midway Stadium, and to celebrate the team is reviving the ever-popular Silent Night, dating back to the 1993 season. The May 16 promo features a night that would make Marcel Marceau smile as mimes will help entertain the crowd. The mimes […]
New for 2014: Ron Tonkin Field
We have a naming-rights deal for the home of the Hillsboro Hops (short season; Northwest League): Ron Tonkin Field, named after the Tonkin car dealerships in the greater Portland area. “The City of Hillsboro is delighted that we have reached a ten-year agreement with the Ron Tonkin Family of Dealerships to rename Hillsboro Ballpark, Ron […]