Next up in the 2018 Best of the Ballparks fan vote: independent baseball, with the top 32 facilities in the American Association, Atlantic League, Can-Am League, Frontier League and United Shore Professional Baseball League. (more…)
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Milestone Worth Noting: Ballpark Commons Groundbreaking
A milestone to note: yesterday saw the groundbreaking of a new Franklin, Wisconsin ballpark for an independent American Association team and the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee baseball program. (more…)
Opening Tonight: Impact Field / Chicago Dogs
A new ballpark worth noting: tonight marks the grand opening of Impact Field, home of the Chicago Dogs (independent; American Association). We toured the new Rosemont (IL) facility yesterday; here’s what fans can expect. (more…)
New for 2018: Saints Mascot Porknite
The arrival of the 2018 season means a new ball pig from the St. Paul Saints (independent; American Association), who have unveiled Porknite. (more…)
St. Paul Saints Announce CHS Field Upgrades
With the 2018 season approaching, the St. Paul Saints (independent; American Association) are announcing a variety of improvements to CHS Field. (more…)
Future of Wichita Wingnuts Uncertain
Though they have announced that the 2018 season will be their last at Lawrence-Dumont Stadium, the Wichita Wingnuts (independent; American Association) are unsure of their next move. (more…)
This is the Final Year for Wichita Wingnuts Baseball
The owners of the Wichita Wingnuts (independent; American Association) say this will be the last season for the team at historic Lawrence-Dumont Stadium. (more…)
10 Finalists for Franklin American Association Team Name
A slate of 10 finalists have been revealed as possible names for a new Franklin, WI team that will launch in the independent American Association in 2019. (more…)
Wiener’s Circle Opening Impact Field Location
The Wiener’s Circle will open its second location at Impact Field, the result of a partnership with the Chicago Dogs (independent; American Association). The partnership also includes a specialty uniform that will be worn weekly, complete with a Wiener’s Circle sponsored patch. (more…)
Study Pitches Downtown Sioux Falls Canaries Ballpark
Sioux Falls (SD) officials may want to consider a new downtown ballpark for the Sioux Falls Canaries (independent; American Association), according to a new study. (more…)
Impact Field Debut Set for Next Month
A new ballpark will open to considerable anticipation next month, as the Chicago Dogs (independent; American Association) are preparing for their debut at Impact Field. (more…)
RailCats Unveil R&R Sports Bar & Grill
The Gary SouthShore RailCats (independent; American Association) have announced plans for R&R Sports Bar & Grill, a new full-service, year-round restuarant at U.S. Steel Yard. (more…)
St. Paul Saints Push for Minimum Wage Law Exemption
Citing the potential for conflicts with a league salary cap, the St. Paul Saints (independent; American Association) are requesting to exempt players from Minnesota minimum wage law. (more…)