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…)
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…)
Where Will MiLB Go Next? Here Are Some Intriguing Possibilities
If you were to bring a Minor League Baseball team to an open market, where would you look? In this article, we list the top open markets for each U.S./Canadian minor league, basing our choices on population, income and market potential. (more…)
Postmates Live Powering New Yankee Stadium Food Ordering, Pickup
Postmates is coming to Yankee Stadium concession stands, as the home of the New York Yankees joins Dodger Stadium as MLB venues offering on-demand ordering and pickup as a way for fans to skip the queues. (more…)
Group Pitching Hank Aaron Stadium Management
With the Mobile BayBears (Class AA; Southern League) departing the facility, a group that includes former BayBears executive Ari Rosenbaum is seeking to take over management of Hank Aaron Stadium. (more…)
Fenway Bowl Game Set for 2020
The Boston Red Sox are set to host a college football bowl game at Fenway Park in 2020, as details are emerging on the upcoming Fenway Bowl. (more…)
Josh Olerud Departs RailRiders
The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders (Class AAA; International League) will see changes in front office leadership this offseason, as team president and general manager Josh Olerud has stepped down from his post. (more…)
Allegiant to Sponsor Triple-A National Championship Game On-Field Jersey Patch
Allegiant will sponsor on-field jersey patches for Tuesday’s Triple-A National Championship Game, which will be played at Memphis’s AutoZone Park. (more…)
St. Paul Saints Set for Championship “Parade”
The St. Paul Saints will host a “parade” to celebrate their American Association title Monday, when players and coaches carry the championship trophy for exactly one block. (more…)
Blue Crabs Hosting 2020 Atlantic League ASG
The Southern Maryland Blue Crabs and Regency Furniture Stadium will host the 2020 Atlantic League All-Star Game, as the best of the independent league will gather for a “Showcase at the Shore.” (more…)
2019 Best Ballpark Improvement (Over $1M): City of Baseball Museum
A significant addition to CHS Field that includes a unique museum devoted to area baseball history was recognized in the 2019 Ballpark Digest year-end awards, as the new City of Baseball Museum at the home of the St. Paul Saints was cited as the Best $1-Million Ballpark Improvement. (more…)
Now Shipping: The Complete Guide to Spring Training 2020 / Arizona
We’re now shipping The Complete Guide to Spring Training 2020 / Arizona! So if you were waiting for availability, now’s the time to pull the trigger on a purchase. (more…)
Exploring 2019 MiLB Attendance Trends
It was generally a successful season for Minor League Baseball attendance, with a 2.6 percent increase over 2018 based on a total of 41,504,077 fans attending games. (more…)