With their season just about to get underway, the Staten Island Yankees (Short Season A; NY-Penn League) are announcing several management staff changes. T. J. Jahn has become General Manager, while Jane Rogers is the Senior Vice President, Baseball Operations. In addition, Adam Lorber has been named Chief Revenue Officer and Jason Nazzaro is now the Chief Operating Officer. (more…)
Minor League Baseball has announced plans for its 2019 FIELD Program, to be hosted June 10–15 at the Jackie Robinson Training Complex in Vero Beach, FL. The FIELD (Fostering Inclusion through Education and Leadership Development) Program, an integral part of the MiLB Diversity Initiative, engages the next generation of diverse leaders in sports business. (more…)
Josh Caray, a third-generation play-by-play announcer, will serve as the voice of the Rocket City Trash Pandas (Class AA; Southern League) in their inaugural 2020 season. (more…)
In a newly announced agreement, Major League Baseball has named BrightView’s Sports Turf Division as its Official Field Consultant. (more…)
Wichita Riverfront LP, an entity that will develop an Entertainment Village to complement the upcoming Wichita ballpark, has announced the formation of its Private Development Advisory Board. (more…)
Philadelphia Phillies chairman David Montgomery, whose impact on the organization spanned decades, passed away Wednesday morning after a five-year battle against cancer. He was 72 years old. (more…)
The Sioux City Explorers (independent; American Association) have appointed Boyd Pitkin to the position of Director of Baseball and Stadium Operations. Pitkin will help lead the Explorers during their 27th season in Siouxland. (more…)
Reports have confirmed that Chip Bowers is no longer the Miami Marlins president of business operations, marking a significant shakeup to the organization’s leadership. (more…)
In a change to their executive leadership group, the Tri-City ValleyCats (Short Season A; NY-Penn League) have named Rick Murphy their new team President. Principal Owner Bill Gladstone, who previously served in that role, will now assume the title of Chairman. (more…)
Following his final broadcast on May 1, Tim Heiman will step down from his position as the Binghamton Rumble Ponies (Class AA; Eastern League) Director of Broadcasting & Media Relations. (more…)
We have personnel news to report from the Salem-Keizer Volcanoes (Short Season A; Northwest League) and Rocky Mountain Vibes (Rookie; Pioneer League). (more…)
The St. Paul Saints (independent; American Association) have made several personnel moves in their front office, including a promotion and five new hirings. (more…)
Although the Helena Brewers (Rookie; Pioneer League) have departed, Kindrick Legion Field will remain active in 2019 and beyond with a slate that includes American Legion Baseball games. (more…)
