After a few close votes and a few upsets, we’re now in the Elite Eight round of the Best of the Ballparks 2020 independent-baseball competition. So you know what to do: Vote! (more…)
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Voting opens for Best of the Ballparks 2020 independent baseball competition
Let the voting begin on the next category in the 2020 Best of the Ballparks vote, as we ask fans to choose their favorite independent-baseball ballpark from the American Association, Atlantic League, Frontier League and United Shore Professional Baseball League. (more…)
Chicago Dogs to play home games at Impact Field
Instead of playing the season at Milwaukee’s Franklin Field, the Chicago Dogs (independent; American Association) will play all 2020 home games at Rosemont’s Impact Field. (more…)
New for 2020: Franklin Field
We have a new name for the home of the Milwaukee Milkmen (independent; American Association): Franklin Field, as team owner ROC Ventures is partnering with Franklin Tourism Commission on a naming-rights deal. (more…)
Six American Association teams to participate in three-city season
We have some clarity in the 2020 independent baseball world, as six American Association teams will be playing out of three hubs, with games hosted by the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks, Milwaukee Milkmen and Sioux Falls Canaries. (more…)
Despite Sugar Land defection, Atlantic League plans 2020 season
There are still many decisions to be made on the 2020 independent-baseball season, as the three major circuits grapple with a patchwork of state and local regulations. Despite a Sugar Land Skeeters defection, the rest of the Atlantic League is planning for play this year. (more…)
Katz: Don’t assume Goldeyes baseball this summer
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…)
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…)