In a trade ostensibly made before the MLB deadline, the Lansing Lugnuts and Bowling Green Hot Rods (Low A; Midwest League) agreed to swap broadcasters Jesse Goldberg-Strassler and Danny Reed for the sixth inning of today’s game. (more…)
Archive | At the Ballpark
Court order saves historic ballpark — for now
A Montgomery County (Kansas) judge has stopped the Unified School District 446 from tearing down what’s left of Riverside Park, a historic facility hosting the first pro baseball games under the lights in 1930. (more…)
On the road: Triple-A ASG, Lincoln
After a frustrating travel weekend that saw us cancel two ballpark visits, we’re back on the road with visits planned to the Triple-A All-Star Game in Omaha and a Lincoln Saltdogs (independent; American Association) match. (more…)
On the Road: July Ballpark Digest visits
We’ll be hitting the road over the next few weeks, handing out Ballpark Digest 2014 Awards, visiting some great ballparks and seeing some old friends in the Minor League Baseball world. (more…)
Arson charges follow Civic Stadium fire
A sad aftermath to last week’s tragic fire at Civic Stadium, former home to pro baseball in Eugene (Oregon): four boys are now facing several charges, including first-degree arson and reckless endangerment, after their first court appearance. (more…)
Attendance records fall by wayside Independence Day weekend
A number of teams set attendance records over the weekend: Greensboro Grasshoppers, Fort Wayne TinCaps, Clearwater Threshers, South Bend Cubs, Reno Aces, Hillsboro Hops and Greeneville Astros. (more…)
Civic Stadium falls prey to fire
Here is why they switched from wooden grandstands to steel and concrete: Civic Stadium, former home to Class AAA and short-season A baseball in Eugene, is burning down in a two-alarm fire. (more…)
Personnel news from Richmond, Tri-City
We have personnel news today from the Richmond Flying Squirrels (Class AA; Eastern League) and the Tri-City ValleyCats (short season A; NY-Penn League). (more…)
Meet Mark McCarter in Jackson, at SL All-Star Game
Mark McCarter will be making two appearances in Jackson and Montgomery, selling and signing his book, Never a Bad Game, published by Ballpark Digest‘s parent firm, August Publications. (more…)
Bosse Field: A century of baseball history
It was 100 years ago today that Evansville’s Bosse Field first hosted a professional baseball game. Since then, 100 Hall of Famers have played on the storied field – and one of the most historic facilities in the sport is still going strong. (more…)
More Hinchliffe Stadium studies pitched
Another change in strategy for the preservation of Hinchliffe Stadium, former home to Negro Leagues baseball: instead of immediately addressing the condition of the facility, Paterson (N.J.) officials want to spend a million dollars on more studies. (more…)
MountainStar Sports Group adds soccer team to portfolio
We’re seeing an increased interplay between pro soccer and pro baseball, and here’s another example: MountainStar Sports Group is launching a new team in Mexico’s second-division league, FC Juarez, with owners still looking for opportunities north of the border. (more…)
O’Conner takes over MiLB Enterprises after Hand departs
A change in leadership for Minor League Baseball Enterprises: Michael Hand departs to pursue other interests, with MiLB President/CEO Pat O’Conner assuming his role as president of the sport’s sponsorship branch. (more…)