Firm to Appraise Angel Stadium Site
The Anaheim City Council has hired a firm to appraise the 155-acre Angel Stadium site, making a decision that could help guide negotiations with the Los Angeles Angels. (more…)
Rezoning Paves Way for Hotel Next to Dr Pepper Ballpark
A rezoning vote this week by the Frisco City Council paves the way for a proposed hotel adjacent to Dr Pepper Ballpark, home of the Frisco RoughRiders (Class AA; Texas League). (more…)
RailCats Introduce “Pop Up Bar” for 2019
Putting a twist on the traditional television theme night promotion, the Gary SouthShore RailCats (independent; American Association) will offer a pop culture “Pop Up Bar” on Wednesdays. (more…)
Wichita Baseball Appoints Three Senior VPs
Ahead of the New Orleans Baby Cakes’ (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) 2020 move, three Senior VPs have been appointed by Wichita Baseball, including Jared Forma, Annie Life, and Augusto “Cookie” Rojas. The Baby Cakes are set to move to Wichita, KS in 2020, coinciding with the opening of a new ballpark. (more…)
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…)
Bristol (TN) Could Further Explore New Pirates Ballpark
Bristol, TN could further explore a new ballpark for the Bristol Pirates (Rookie; Appalachian League), as officials are mulling a study that would provide more details on a possible facility. (more…)
New for 2019: Ozinga Field
The former Standard Bank Stadium has been renamed, as the Windy City ThunderBolts (independent; Frontier League) have announced that their home is now known as Ozinga Field. The new naming-rights deal was unveiled by the ThunderBolts, Village of Crestwood (IL), and Ozinga. (more…)
Rays Ybor City Ballpark Talks Required More Force: Sternberg
In hindsight, Tampa Bay Rays owner Stuart Sternberg believes he could have been more forceful in discussions over a proposed Ybor City ballpark. (more…)
River Cats Announce Raley Field Upgrades
The Sacramento River Cats (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) are making changes to Raley Field in 2019, highlighted by a new videoboard and extended protective netting. (more…)
Personnel News: Bowling Green, Staten Island
We have personnel news to report from the Bowling Green Hot Rods (Low A; Midwest League) and the Staten Island Yankees (Short Season A; NY-Penn League). (more…)
Manfred Expresses Optimism About A’s Howard Terminal Pitch
Although plenty of uncertainty remains, Major League Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred is expressing optimism about the Oakland A’s pursuit of a new Howard Terminal ballpark. (more…)
O’Brate Stadium Taking Shape
Oklahoma State University is gearing up for its final season at Allie P. Reynolds Stadium, but anticipating is building for O’Brate Stadium–its new home opening in 2020. (more…)
Boise’s Memorial Stadium to Host The Bash
On June 8, the Boise Hawks (Short Season A; Northwest League) will welcome a unique event to Memorial Stadium in The Bash, a craft beer and live music fest headlined by Rancid and Pennywise. Details on the event have been unveiled by the Hawks, owner Agon Sports and Entertainment, and Synergy Global Entertainment, Inc. (more…)