The Jacksonville Suns (Class AA; Southern League) have a flagship station for 2016, as the team has signed a deal with 102.3 The Beach. The agreement between the Suns Baseball Network and the Chesapeake-Portsmouth Broadcasting Corporation ensures that all 140 regular season games will be heard on 102.3 FM, which would also air any potential playoff contests. (more…)
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Promotions Watch: MiLB Bobbleheads
For years, bobbleheads have been promotional staples around Minor League Baseball. This year will be no exception, as bobblehead giveaways are featured on most schedules, with many teams taking unique approaches. This week’s Promotions Watch looks at a few bobblehead nights around the minors, featuring players, local celebrities, movie characters, and more. (more…)
Lookouts Reveal New Uniforms
Today the Chattanooga Lookouts (Class AA; Southern League) unveiled a new uniform scheme that ties together the club’s tradition and its future. The Lookouts have always been one of the more recognizable brands in Minor League Baseball, and the new concept plays to that strength. (more…)
Suns Unveil Baseball Grounds of Jacksonville Upgrades
The Jacksonville Suns (Class AA; Southern League) and new owner Ken Babby unveiled a series of improvements to the fan experience at the Baseball Grounds of Jacksonville, including a new left-field Tiki Terrace, group seating area and suite renovations. (more…)
Lookouts Announce Radio Deal
We have a new radio deal for the Chattanooga Lookouts (Class AA; Southern League), as the team has announced a contract with iHeartMedia’s 96.1 The Legend. (more…)
Blue Wahoos Unveil Pink Foul Poles
The Pensacola Blue Wahoos (Class AA; Southern League) have made a striking addition to Pensacola Bayfront Stadium, which is now home to pink foul poles. These foul poles are making their debut this weekend during the Cox Diamond Invitational, with yesterday’s contest between Southern Mississippi and Michigan State marking the first game in which they were used. (more…)
Fingers to headline 2016 Rickwood Classic
Some details on one of the best annual events in all of baseball: Hall of Famer Rollie Fingers will be the guest of honor for the 21st Annual Rickwood Classic, set for Wednesday, June 1 at 12:30 p.m. at Birmingham’s historic Rickwood Field. (more…)
Best of 2015: #9, the annual Rickwood Classic
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, #9: The Rickwood Classic from the Birmingham Barons, highlighted by an appearance from Darryl Strawberry. (more…)
Allen new Tennessee Smokies president
Here’s your daily update on the staff of the Tennessee Smokies (Class AA; Southern League): congrats to Chris Allen, the team’s new president/chief operating office. (more…)
Boler new Tennessee Smokies VP
Another staff promotion at the Tennessee Smokies (Class AA; Southern League), as the team elevates Jeremy Boler to vice president. (more…)
Smokies announce 2016 staff appointments
We have information on additions to the Tennessee Smokies (Class AA; Southern League) front office for the 2016 season. (more…)
Personnel news from Omaha, Mobile
We have personnel news today from the Omaha Storm Chasers (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) and the Mobile BayBears (Class AA; Southern League). (more…)
Barons, White Sox extend affiliation deal
The Birmingham Barons (Class AA; Southern League) and parent Chicago White Sox have extended their player-development contract (PDC) through the 2020 season. (more…)