2018 Editor’s Choice for Outstanding Achievement: Ivy at Berlin Place
It has been a year of development for the South Bend Cubs (Low A; Midwest League), as they are nearing completion on The Ivy at Berlin Place. The project, which gives South Bend a Wrigleyville feel while tying into surrounding downtown development, has earned a 2018 Editor’s Choice for Outstanding Achievement Award. (more…)
Northwoods League Unveils 2018 Executive, Organization of the Year
The summer-collegiate Northwoods League has announced two major 2018 awards, including Executive of the Year and Organization of the Year. Ryan Moede, GM of the Fond du Lac Dock Spiders, has won Executive of the Year, while the Bismarck Larks were awarded Organization of the Year award for the second straight season. (more…)
Plans for New Wichita Ballpark Take Shape
More details are emerging on a new Wichita ballpark, as officials continue planning the upcoming facility for the New Orleans Baby Cakes (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League). (more…)
St. Croix River Hounds Launch Delayed
The St. Croix River Hounds (summer collegiate; Northwoods League) will not begin play in 2019, as delays to their ballpark project have contributed to a change in plans. (more…)
Jeter Finally Wins in Miami: Grooms Sculpture Booted from Ballpark
The Miami Marlins may have led the National League in losses and barely drew 10,000 fans a game, but Derek Jeter can declare a win in his efforts to rid Marlins Park of the left-field Red Grooms sculpture, as it’s being moved outside the ballpark. (more…)
Angels Opt Out of Angel Stadium Lease
The Los Angeles Angels are opting out of their Angel Stadium lease, leaving questions about their long-term ballpark plans. (more…)
New for 2019: Syracuse Mets
The Syracuse Chiefs are no more, as the team has officially rebranded as the Syracuse Mets (Class AAA; International League). (more…)
Oakland A’s Part Ways with Flagship Radio Station
The Oakland A’s are parting ways with flagship radio station 95.7 FM The Game, a decision that comes with the expiration of a multiyear contract. (more…)
Looking Ahead: 2019 MLB Ballpark Renovations
Yes, we know we’ve not even reached the end of the league championship series, but planning for the 2019 MLB season is already well underway. Here’s a first look at what teams have planned for their fans next season. (more…)
Atlantic League Announces 2018 Awards
The independent Atlantic League has announced the recipients of its 2018 Post-Season Administrative/Community Honors. Winners were selected through voting from league club managers and executives. (more…)
First National Bank Field Naming Rights Extended
The Greensboro Grasshoppers (Low A; Sally League) and First National Bank have announced an extension of their naming-rights agreement for First National Bank Field. (more…)
Missoula Osprey Sold
A sale of the Missoula Osprey (Rookie; Pioneer League) is taking shape, as the team will be purchased by Peter Davis and Susan Crampton Davis of Seattle, pending final approvals. (more…)
Frontier League to Field 10 Teams in 2019
After losing two markets to the summer-collegiate ranks, the independent Frontier League will field 10 teams during its 2019 season. (more…)