One big offseason improvement is set for McCormick Field, home of the Asheville Tourists (Low Class A; Sally League): a new turf will be laid down. The turf has been an issue at McCormick Field for a long time, but it’s now being addressed. The Asheville City Council is expected to approve a new turf […]
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Second ballpark site emerges in Wilmington
Wilmington (N.C.) officials are exploring a second waterfront site for a new Class A Carolina League ballpark — one that would lower the cost to taxpayers. The city had pretty much settled on an 8.5-acre site near PPD owned by developer Chuck Schoninger, which should cost around $6 million. But the availability of an 8-acre site […]
Hagerstown: Construction of new ballpark could begin next spring
Construction on a new downtown ballpark for the Hagerstown Suns (Low Class A; Sally League) could begin as early as spring 2013 if things come together, according to a progress report issued by Hagerstown. Here’s the fuil press release: The City of Hagerstown is continuing its efforts to create a significant downtown revitalization project featuring […]
Biscuits’ Davis to ESPN; Vargas is replacement
Montgomery Biscuits (Class AA; Southern League) broadcaster Joe Davis is joining ESPN in a full-time role, with broadcaster Aaron Vargas replacing him as the Voice of the Biscuits. Vargas, 23, joined the Biscuits for the 2012 season after two years as the Director of Marketing/P.R. for the Florida Collegiate Summer League, and four years as […]
Dave Rosenfield tells all in new tome
Longtime Norfolk Tides (Class AAA: International League) executive Dave Rosenfield has teamed up with John Traub to produce a new book, “BASEBALL … One Helluva Life.” The 263-page book encapsulates the life story and baseball career of Rosenfield, who has worked in the minor leagues since 1956. The 83-year old Rosenfield is currently Executive Vice […]
Tucson Padres battle lame-duck status, indifferent community
Though there was little chance the Tucson Padres (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) would be a long-term tenant at Kino Stadium, the city’s lack of support for the team is still troubling. The team should end up drawing around 200,000 fans this season, good for last in the Pacific Coast League. With it being an […]
Pro baseball an endangered species in Viera?
Pro baseball has never been an overwhelming success in Viera, and now it looks like there’s a serious chance the Florida city may lose both spring training and Class A ball at Space Coast Stadium. Currently Space Coast Stadium hosts Washington Nationals spring training and the Brevard County Manatees (High Class A; Florida State League). It’s no secret the […]
Blue Wahoos break 300K mark in attendance
What a rookie season: the Pensacola Blue Wahoos (Class AA; Southern League) broke the 300,000 mark in attendance tonight — the first Southern League team to hit the milestone this season. The Apostolides family of Perdido Bay, Florida, were honored as part of the accomplishment. “To be the first club in the Southern League to reach […]
General Manager Opening
Full-season affiliated MiLB team based in California seeks experienced baseball professional to serve as General Manager. Team seeks consistent growth in all areas, particularly sales and sponsorships. Our new GM must be highly sales oriented, and will serve as the face of the franchise. He/she will oversee sponsorships, ticket and group sales efforts, stadium ops, f&b, […]
Rosenblatt Stadium demolition proceeds; press box taken down
The demolition of Omaha’s Rosenblatt Stadium continues, as explosives are deployed in an effort to bring down the press box behind home plate. Yes, we have video. The former home of the College World Series and the Omaha Royals (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) is coming down this summer to make way for an expansion of […]
Nasty ballpark fight emerging in Wilmington
Expect lots of outside money, as opponents and proponents of a publicly funded ballpark in Wilmington (N.C.) prepare to spend lots of money to sway voters to their side in the November elections. We’ve already seen Americans for Prosperity, the right-wing anti-government advocacy group founded by the Koch brothers, spend $20,000 on an effort to […]
Deadline day for 2012 Ballpark Digest Awards
Today is deadline day for nominations for the 2012 Ballpark Digest Awards. We’re looking for input earlier than in past years: the goal is to present the awards before the end of the season, which is coming up surprisingly fast. Here are the categories: Promotion of the Year Logo of the Year Executive of the Year Organization […]
Help Wanted: Schaumburg Boomers
SCHAUMBURG BOOMERS CORPORATE SALES MANAGER Located just outside of Chicago in Schaumburg, IL, the Schaumburg Boomers are a professional baseball team and current member of the Frontier League. After a highly successful 2012 inaugural season, we are currently seeking applicants for the position of Corporate Sales Manager. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years experience […]