Samson: Baseball Must Shed Tradition to Survive
Irony is dead: David Samson, who presided over steadily declining Miami Marlins attendance while president of the team, says Major League Baseball must shed tradition if it is to survive. (more…)
Countersuit: Routine Broke Naming-Rights Deal, Not ROC Ventures
A dispute over naming rights to Routine Field, home of the Milwaukee Milkmen (independent; American Association), escalated when team owner ROC Ventures filed a countersuit alleging that Routine Baseball violated the terms of the deal. (more…)
RailRiders Unveil Keystone Mid Summer Classic Details
The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders (Class AAA; International League) have unveiled details for next summer’s Keystone Mid Summer Classic, featuring the July 15 Triple-A All-Star Game at PNC Field. (more…)
Jack Graham Named Aberdeen IronBirds GM
The Aberdeen IronBirds (Short Season A; NY-Penn League) have appointed a new General Manager, naming Jack Graham to the position. Graham will oversee the front office and game day operations, lead all ticket sales efforts and continue to engage with the local Harford County community. (more…)
Josh Robertson Named Cleburne Railroaders GM
The Cleburne Railroaders (independent; American Association) have announced that Josh Robertson will assume the role of General Manager for the 2020 season. (more…)
NBT Bank Stadium Set for 2020 Upgrades
Plans are taking shape for upgrades at NBT Bank Stadium that could be completed for the 2020 season, part of a multi-year renovation of the Syracuse Mets (Class AAA; International League) home. (more…)
Downtown Fayetteville Businesses Benefit from Segra Stadium
The first season of the Fayetteville Woodpeckers (High A; Carolina League) at Segra Stadium was a success for downtown businesses, who are reporting an uptick in activity since the ballpark’s opening. (more…)
Rangers Reveal Details on Globe Life Field Concessions
The Texas Rangers have unveiled details on some of the concession offerings planned for Globe Life Field, their upcoming retractable-roof ballpark. (more…)
2019 California League Executive Awards Announced
The High-A California League has announced the winners of its Executive Awards for the 2019 season. Teams submitted nominations and winners were voted on by their peers. (more…)
Trash Pandas Strike Partnership with WOW! Internet, Cable & Phone
The Rocket City Trash Pandas (Class AA; Southern League) have struck a partnership with WOW! Internet, Cable & Phone that includes 5-Gigabit Internet speeds to support ballpark-wide Wi-Fi. This announcement comes ahead of the Trash Pandas opening their new ballpark in the Town Madison development in 2020. (more…)
Can-Am League Exploring Old Orchard Beach
The independent Can-Am League is exploring the possibility of a team in Old Orchard Beach, ME, with league representatives set to be in the city Thursday. (more…)
Personnel News: Lake Elsinore, Wisconsin/Fond du Lac
We have personnel news to report from the Lake Elsinore Storm (High A; California League), and the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers (Low A; Midwest League) and Fond du Lac Dock Spiders (summer collegiate; Northwoods League). (more…)
2019 Ballpark Digest Executive of the Year: Robert Murphy
The Dayton Dragons (Low A; Midwest League) have been a model of success since beginning play in 2000, thanks to an operation led by team President Robert Murphy. For furthering that excellence in 2019, Murphy is being honored with the Executive of the Year citation in the annual Ballpark Digest Awards. (more…)