Just two years after playing for the team, Russ Canzler is the new business development executive for the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders (Class AAA; International League). (more…)
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Personnel News: Garry Arthur Retires
After a successful tenure at the helm for the Nashville Sounds (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League), COO and general manager Garry Arthur is retiring. Last year Arthur oversaw a strong inaugural season at First Tennessee Park, a ballpark that opened to much acclaim. (more…)
Personnel News in Kenosha, Victoria
We have personnel news to report from the Kenosha Kingfish (summer collegiate; Northwoods League) and the Victoria HarbourCats (summer collegiate; West Coast League). (more…)
Next Racial Frontier for MiLB: Owners Suites
As America digests the first half of Ken Burns’ excellent documentary on Jackie Robinson, the takeaway for many will be pride in how far we’ve come since Robinson’s pioneering efforts. But more needs to be done — especially in baseball’s front offices and owners suites. (more…)
Bawmann Out, Smith In with Lowell Spinners
We have a change in the front office of the Lowell Spinners (Short Season A; NY-Penn League), as longtime President and GM Tim Bawmann is leaving to pursue other opportunities, while MiLB vet Shawn Smith takes over as interim GM. (more…)
Personnel News in Colorado Springs, Kenosha
We have personnel news to report from the Colorado Springs Sky Sox (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) and the Kenosha Kingfish (summer collegiate; Northwoods League). (more…)
New Role in Greensboro for Miss Babe Ruth
Always a fixture at NewBridge Bank Park, Miss Babe Ruth has accepted a new role with the Greensboro Grasshoppers (Low A; Sally League) after retiring as bat dog. The Grasshoppers announced today that Miss Babe Ruth is now the special assistant to the team president. (more…)
Personnel News in Potomac, Gary
We have personnel news to report from the Potomac Nationals (High A; Carolina League) and the Gary South Shore Railcats (independent; American Association). (more…)
Personnel News in Frisco, Quad Cities
We have personnel news to report from the Frisco RoughRiders (Class AA; Texas League) and the Quad Cities River Bandits (Low A; Midwest League). (more…)
Teams Mixing up Menus in 2016
If you said the biggest baseball development in Kansas City last season was the Royals winning the World Series … well, of course, you would be right. After all, the loyal fans inside Kauffman Stadium hadn’t tasted ultimate victory for 30 years. (more…)
In Memoriam: Bill Gorman
Some sad news to pass along: long-time Omaha Royals (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) General Manager Bill Gorman passed away this weekend in Arizona. (more…)
Fisher Cats, PSC Unveil New Food Items
The New Hampshire Fisher Cats (Class AA; Eastern League) and concessionaire Professional Sports Catering (PSC) have unveiled revamped concessions at Northeast Delta Dental Stadium. Fans can expect several new food items throughout the ballpark, ranging from new burgers and hot dogs to several healthy options. (more…)
RiverDogs Introduce New Food Options
Already a ballpark that is known for its unique food selection, Joseph P. Riley Jr. Park will have even more options this year. The Charleston RiverDogs (Low A; Sally League) have unveiled a new slate of menu items that tap into the local culinary scene, and bring a diverse slate of offerings to the ballpark. (more…)