Though Major League Baseball is shut down, you’ll be able to watch live baseball action tonight/tomorrow on ESPN, as the broadcaster reaches a deal to televise South Korea’s KBO League games on a daily broadcast. (more…)
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In memoriam: Bill Gladstone
Tri-City ValleyCats (Short Season A; NY-Penn League) Chairman and Principal Owner Bill Gladstone passed away yesterday due to COVID-19 complications. He was 88 years old. (more…)
Canceled: Little League World Series, regional championships
Little League International today announced the cancelation of seven 2020 Little League World Series events, including the annual Williamsport tourney and MLB exhibition, and the associated 82 regional qualifying tournaments due to concerns connected with the coronavirus pandemic. (more…)
Ballpark Digest Broadcaster Chat for April 28, 2020
In this edition of the Ballpark Digest Broadcaster Chat, Jesse Goldberg-Strassler, Mick Gillispie and Kevin Reichard discuss a variety of topics ranging from classic ballparks like Rickwood Field to the various terms scouts use to describe prospects. (more…)
New pricing on all August Publications books
We know times are hard, and we know everyone is getting a little stir crazy. We also know most of you have more time for reading, so we’ve launched price breaks on every baseball and football book from August Publications — including The Baseball Thesaurus and Cradle of the Game. (more…)
Ballpark Digest Broadcasters Chat returns
The Ballpark Digest Broadcasters chat returns, as Jesse Goldberg-Strassler, Mick Gillispie and Kevin Reichard discuss the big issues of the day in ballparks and baseball. (more…)
In memoriam: Hank Steinbrenner
Some more sad news: New York Yankees General Partner and Co-Chairperson Henry G. “Hank” Steinbrenner passed away earlier today at his home in Clearwater, FL, due to a longstanding health issue. He was 63. (more…)
In memoriam: Jim Frey
Former Chicago Cubs GM and Somerset Patriots vice chairman Jim Frey passed away peacefully in his home on Sunday, April 12 at the age of 88. (more…)
Aussie Peppers drop out of National Pro Fastpitch
Travel restriction are forcing the Travelodge Aussie Spirit squad, playing in National Pro Fastpitch as the Aussie Peppers of Minnesota, to drop out for the 2020 season. (more…)
Layoffs, furloughs come for Memphis Redbirds
The Memphis Redbirds (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) and sister USL Championship team Memphis 901 FC confirmed layoffs and employee furloughs. (more…)
Underrated diamond gems for your streaming pleasure
Yes, we’re all stuck at home thanks to the coronavirus pandemic. And yes, we can only watch Tiger King so many times before looking for alternative fare. Here are some suggestions for baseball-themed viewing pleasures on streaming media. (more…)
Saints boost charitable giving in face of coronavirus pandemic
The St. Paul Saints (independent; American Association) are responding to the coronavirus pandemic in a typically charitable way: by increasing their already high levels of contributions to area nonprofits. (more…)
Personnel news: Frederick Keys
Some light in a depressing start to the 2020 MiLB season: the Frederick Keys (High A; Carolina League) announced several additions to the front-office staff. (more…)