We have personnel news today from the Johnson City Doughboys (Appalachian League), Everett AquaSox (High-A West) and Springfield Cardinals (Double-A Central). (more…)
Archive | At the Ballpark
MLB to A’s: Feel free to leave Oakland
The Oakland A’s should explore relocation if there’s no resolution to their proposal for a downtown waterfront ballpark, according to a statement released today by Major League Baseball. (more…)
Tales from The Baseball Thesaurus: Muffins
There are plenty of great names for baseball superstars—meal tickets or cash cows—but the more interesting names are for the worst players, the muffins, as Jesse Goldberg-Strassler explains in this week’s Tales from The Baseball Thesaurus. (more…)
Now shipping: My 1961
We’ve shipped out hundreds of copies of My 1961 since they arrived from the printer last Friday, and now it’s time to order yours! (more…)
Tales from The Baseball Thesaurus: Baseball Cap
With six panels and a consistent design topped by a squatchee, a baseball cap is an enduring symbol of the game. Jesse Goldberg-Strassler explains how baseball caps evolved in this week’s Tales from The Baseball Thesaurus. (more…)
Danos new Frontier League CEO
Industry veteran Jon Danos is the new CEO of the Frontier League, as the circuit navigates the future as an MLB Partner League after the retirement of Bill Lee. (more…)
Personnel news: Frederick Keys
We have some personnel news for the Frederick Keys (MLB Draft League), where Andrew Klein has been promoted after the departure of long-time Keys GM Dave Ziedelis for Visit Frederick. (more…)
Hinchliffe Stadium renovations begin
Renovations to Paterson’s Hinchliffe Stadium, one of four remaining Negro Leagues ballparks still standing, have begun after a groundbreaking ceremony. (more…)
Snappers to start season at Pohlman Field
The Beloit Snappers (High-A Central) have been cleared to play by the city and will begin the season at Pohlman Field until construction on the team’s new downtown home is completed. (more…)
Personnel news: Omaha Storm Chasers
We have news about promotions and additions to the Omaha Storm Chasers (Triple-A East) staff for the 2021 MiLB season. (more…)
Tales from The Baseball Thesaurus: Doubleheader
Two games in the same day is heaven for fans looking forward to the twin bill, double dip or the doubleheader, as explained by Jesse Goldberg-Strassler in this week’s Tales from the Baseball Thesaurus. (more…)
Nuse departs Sounds for NFL’s Titans
Nashville Sounds General Manager and Chief Operating Officer Adam Nuse is leaving the team to become the new Vice President of Business Operations for the NFL’s Tennessee Titans. (more…)
Smith-Wills Stadium to become Hank Aaron Sports Academy
Smith-Wills Stadium, former home to professional baseball in Jackson (MS), will become the Hank Aaron Sports Academy, hosting youth and high-school play and tournaments. (more…)