There are two more reasons to hit SRP Park, home of the Augusta GreenJackets (Low A; Sally League), when it opens next spring: a smokehouse and brewery will be located in the ballpark’s right-field area. (more…)
Tag Archives | 2018
Red Sox Proposing New Fenway Park Seating — But No Word on Extended Netting
At a time when every MLB team has already installed or is looking at extended netting, the Boston Red Sox are proposing new seating closer to the Fenway Park playing field — but are not committing to protective netting at this time. (more…)
New for 2018: Pierre Trappers
Branding for a new summer collegiate team in the upstart Expedition League has been announced, as the Pierre Trappers have unveiled their name and logo. The team colors are Navy, Vegas Gold and White. (more…)
New for 2018: Souris Valley Sabre Dogs
The name of Minot, ND’s team in the summer collegiate Expedition League has been announced, as the club will be known as the Souris Valley Sabre Dogs. (more…)
Milwaukee Brewers to Extend Netting in 2018
The Milwaukee Brewers are the latest MLB team to announce extended netting for the 2018 season, as Miller Park will have protection to the far end of the dugout. (more…)
Target Field’s Metropolitan Club Set for 2018 Makeover
Big change set for Target Field in 2018: the right-field Metropolitan Club, limited to season-ticket holders since the ballpark opened, will be renovated with openable windows and available to any Minnesota Twins ticket holder. (more…)
Little League Classic Returning in 2018
After a successful debut in 2017, the Little League Classic will return to BB&T Ballpark at Historic Bowman Field in August 2018. Next year’s matchup will see the Philadelphia Phillies square off against the New York Mets. (more…)
Des Moines to Host 2018 MiLB Promo Seminar
Des Moines will host the 2018 Minor League Baseball Promotional Seminar, which is scheduled for September 25-27 at the Iowa Events Center. Des Moines is home to the Iowa Cubs (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League). (more…)
Expedition League Adds Casper, Unveils Sodbusters
The startup summer-collegiate Expedition League made some announcements over the past week, adding Casper and Mike Lansing Field to the mix in 2018, while the Hastings (Neb.) team will be known as the Sodbusters. (more…)
New for 2018: Impact Field
We have a name for the Chicago Dogs (independent; American Association) ballpark currently under construction in Rosemont, IL: Impact Field. (more…)
2018 MLB Season to Open March 29
The 2018 MLB season will open on Thursday, March 29 — the earliest Opening Day in Major League Baseball history, save special international season openers. (more…)
Bowling Green Hot Rods Release 10th Season Logo
The Bowling Green Hot Rods (Low A; Midwest League) are preparing for a special anniversary, as the club has released its 10th season logo. (more…)
State Approves Grant for Atlanta Braves Spring Training Complex
Funding for a proposed Atlanta Braves spring training complex in North Port is closer to completion, as a $20 million state grant has been conditionally approved. (more…)