Though his team’s official line is that the team is prepping for an abbreviated campaign, Winnipeg Goldeyes owner Sam Katz is pessimistic about his team or the independent American Association as a whole launching play in 2020. (more…)
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American Association delays, scales back 2020 season
In the face of shutdowns related to the coronavirus pandemic, the independent American Association is delaying the start of the 2020 season to July and anticipating a scaled-down slate of 80 games. (more…)
Personnel News: Gary, Idaho Falls
We have personnel news to report from the Gary SouthShore RailCats (independent; American Association) and the Idaho Falls Chukars (Rookie; Pioneer League). (more…)
Kansas City T-Bones Plot Future Under New Ownership
With new ownership at the helm, the Kansas City T-Bones (independent; American Association) are plotting a future they say will include ballpark upgrades and a refined fan experience. (more…)
St. Paul Saints Announce Astro the Grouch Giveaway
In an apparent nod to the Houston Astros sign-stealing scandal, the St. Paul Saints (independent; American Association) will giveaway Astro the Grouch talking bobbleheads on July 31. (more…)
Personnel News: Danville, Gary
We have personnel news to report from the Danville Braves (Rookie; Appalachian League) and the Gary SouthShore RailCats (independent; American Association). (more…)
Milkmen Search for New Ballpark Naming-Rights Partner
The Milwaukee Milkmen (independent; American Association) are seeking a new naming-rights partnership agreement to rebrand the former Routine Field, with hopes of completing a deal by next season. (more…)
Shakopee Ballpark Backers Targeting American Association Entry
Backers of a proposed 8,000-plus-capacity ballpark in Shakopee, located in the southwest quadrant of the Twin Cities, are hoping to place an independent American Association club in the facility. (more…)
City Officials Move Forward on Sioux Falls Stadium Extended Netting
City officials are moving forward with plans to install extended netting at Sioux Falls Stadium, as a bid will be put out for a project at the Sioux Falls Canaries (independent; American Association) home. (more…)
New Large Ballpark Pitched for Suburban Minneapolis
A group is pitching a 8,000-plus-capacity ballpark in Shakopee, located in the southwest quadrant of the Twin Cities, raising money via traditional investors and crowdsourcing. (more…)
Lease With Prospective T-Bones Owner Approved
The prospective owner of the Kansas City T-Bones (independent; American Association) has lined up use of Just Bats Field at T-Bones Stadium, as Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City officials approved a lease Thursday. (more…)
Saints Named American Association 2019 Organization of the Year
The St. Paul Saints have been named the independent American Association‘s Organization of the Year, marking the fifth consecutive time they have won the award. (more…)
UG To Consider Lease with Prospective T-Bones Owner
After evicting the Kansas City T-Bones (independent; American Association) this week, Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City will consider a new ballpark lease with a prospective ownership group led by a local businessman. (more…)