The independent Pecos League will go with ten teams in 2013, after the decision was made to add the Raton Osos to the circuit instead of moving some Trinidad Triggers games there. The lineup: in addition to Raton and Trinidad, the league will field the following teams: Alpine Cowboys, Las Cruces Vaqueros, Las Vegas (N.M.) […]
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Hudson Valley introduces new branding, uniforms
The Hudson Valley Renegades (short season A; NY-Penn League) will have a new look for the 2013 season, as the team introduced a facelift of the team logo, new colors and new uniforms. During a private press conference held in the clubhouse Wednesday afternoon, the organization debuted the new look, including the new color scheme […]
New for 2013: Jim Perry Stadium
Campbell University announced plans to finish work on the home of the Camels, with the new facility to be named after alumnus and former Cy Young Award winner Jim Perry. The North Carolina school, which has always been regarded as having a good baseball program, has emerged as a power in recent years under coach […]
Generals pitch Jackson on ballpark improvements
Flush off a successful 2012 that saw a significant uptick in attendance, the Jackson Generals (Class AA; Southern League) are asking the city to spend money on ballpark improvements. The improvements included more points of sale in the concession area, an upgraded lighting system — something practically mandated by Minor League Baseball — and more […]
American Association, Can-Am League to play interconnected schedule again in ’13
The independent American Association and Can-Am League will once again play an interconnected schedule in 2013, as the AA deals with an odd number of teams and the Can-Am League deals with an uncertain situation in Worcester. Right now we’ve seen a few schedules released by American Association teams, and while they include play against […]
Texas Rangers begin ballpark upgrades
You’ve been reading about them on this site, but now the actual work begins as the Texas Rangers implement some $12 million in upgrades to Rangers Ballpark in Arlington. The plan moved forward after Arlington approved a plan allowing the team to pay for the upgrades on a tax-exempt basis. The work will include the […]
Hillsboro approves bonding for new Hops ballpark
Hillsboro officials approved $12.5 million in bonds backed by the city’s general fund to build a new ballpark for the Hillsboro Hops (short season A; Northwest League). You don’t often see cities issuing ballpark bonds backed by nothing but “full faith and credit,” as the term goes, rather than dedicated revenue streams like sales taxes; […]
Jacksonville to host 2013 Southern League ASG
The Jacksonville Suns are hosting the 2013 Southern League All-Star Game on Wednesday, July 17 at the Baseball Grounds of Jacksonville. The festivities begin with an awards luncheon for the 2013 All-Stars, followed by the 2013 Fan Fest located at the Baseball Grounds of Jacksonville. After the Fan Fest, fans are invited to enjoy the […]
With Milo retiring, Astros restructure broadcast booth
With Milo Hamilton retiring and a new front-office regime firmly in place, the Houston Astros are clearing the deck and advertising for a new three-person radio team, according to a job posting. The contracts of Brett Dolan and Dave Raymond are not being renewed, according to the job posting on a broadcaster job site. It sounds […]
Gophers begin fall practice in midst of Siebert Field renovations
Siebert Field is in the midst of a renovation for the 2013 season, but that didn’t stop U of Minnesota Golden Gophers Coach John Anderson from running fall practices on the ballpark’s new turf. After the end of the 2012 Big Ten season, work began on the ballpark renovation. The old grandstand was torn down […]
Yuma Panthers sold, rebranded
Before playing a single game the Yuma Panthers (independent; America West Baseball League) have been sold and rebranded for the 2013 season. New owner Tim Ferguson was born and raised in south Florida, attending Indian River Community College and Nova Southeastern University, where he played baseball and graduated with a degree in education. He later […]
Astros to unveil new uniforms Nov. 2
Bring back the orange and blue! The Houston Astros will reveal the club’s new uniforms, logos, color scheme and mascot for the 2013 season on Friday, Nov. 2 at Minute Maid Park. On hand for the party, the Astros will bring in current players Jose Altuve, Lucas Harrell, Jordan Lyles and Justin Maxwell, and future players Carlos Correa, Jarred Cosart, Jon Singleton and George Springer for […]
Concerns raised over Hillsboro ballpark financing — but are they warranted?
More concerns are arising over Hillsboro’s decision to possibly back funding of a new ballpark with general funds, but given the size of the Oregon city, we’re not so sure the concern is warranted. Usually cities back bonds with dedicated revenue streams, like property taxes, sales-tax revenues or rental-car-tax proceeds. The advantage: bonds backed by […]