In a unique step, the Sugar Land Skeeters (independent; Atlantic League) have unveiled a specialty uniform that will be worn by the team during the postseason. (more…)
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Eastern League Switches to Split Season Format
The Double-A Eastern League is making a major change, switching its playoff format from a full season structure to a split season. Under the new format the first place team from each division during both the first and second halves of the season will qualify for the postseason. (more…)
Baseball’s Playoff Season Starts in MiLB, Indy Circuits
With the traditional end of the Minor League Baseball season on Labor Day, we’re heading into the playoffs today—which gives you another shot at visiting our favorite MiLB and independent ballparks over the next week or two. (more…)
Astros, Angels dominating MiLB postseason
Normally we don’t cover MiLB games, but this is worth noting: the Houston Astros have six affiliates playing in the postseason, while the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim and the Washington Nationals have four. It’s not unheard-of for a MLB team to put six teams in the MiLB postseason, but it’s not a frequent occurrence, […]
Rawhide uncover curse of Joe Charboneau’s alligator
It’s always a good story when Joe Charboneau is a central player, and even better when Joe Charboneau’s alligator is involved, as the Visalia Rawhide (High Class A; California League) uncover the curse afflicting the team. Here’s the full release from the Rawhide: VISALIA—It’s been 35 years since the Rawhide last won the California League championship. […]
The beat of October baseball: Enjoying the postseason
Today is a historic day, with two Game Fives scheduled in the Major League Baseball playoffs. Jesse Goldberg-Strassler explains what makes the postseason so special — and why it’s time to rock. Summer baseball is the jazz of the sports world. Similar to jazz, summer baseball occurs in the background, secondary to the fan’s experience. […]
Metro to extend Nationals Park service during playoffs
Thanks to sponsorship from Living Social, Metro train service to Nationals Park will be extended when the Washington Nationals host playoff games. Because of commercials and other breaks, playoff games tend to go long. During the regular service the last train at the Navy Yard station leaves at 11:20 p.m. — a time that’s usually late […]
2012 MLB schedule released; no realignment or playoff expansion
Major League Baseball released a 2012 schedule this morning, with no changes in the division or league lineups, no expansion of wild cards in the playoffs and a regular season beginning with a Miami Marlins game on April 4. Yes, that’s right: the Miami Marlins (nee the Florida Marlins) will open the 2012 MLB season […]
MLB eyes realignment for 2012
Major League Baseball is examining several different realignment options for the 2012 season, including a move to two 15-team leagues and the potential elimination of divisions as a method for determining playoff teams. The options, first reported in USA Today and ESPN.com, could be something as simple as one team moving from the National League […]
Selig “likes” idea of expanded MLB playoffs
Major League Baseball’s playoffs could be expanded by two more wild-card teams as soon as 2011, as Commissioner Bud Selig admits he “likes” the idea of more teams in the postseason — as long as the regular season isn’t shortened. Selig’s comments, made before Game 4 of the World Series, were pretty clearly in favor […]
Grasshoppers unveil 2011 pledge: $100K if the team makes the playoffs
We have our first noteworthy promotion of the 2011 season: The Greensboro Grasshoppers (Low Class A; Sally League) will donate $100,000 to 20 local charities — as chosen by season-ticket holders and sponsors — if they make the playoffs for the first time in over a decade. The winners will be announced at a date […]
Rainiers win; are rewarded with PCL playoffs on the road
The Tacoma Rainiers have been division champs for two straight years, and last night the team advanced to the PCL Championship Series against the Memphis Redbirds after defeating the Sacramento River Cats in the first round of the playoffs. Too bad the famous statue of Ben Cheney isn’t enjoying the winning streak: Cheney Stadium is […]