We have personnel news to report from the Omaha Storm Chasers (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) and the Somerset Patriots (independent; Atlantic League). (more…)
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Ballpark at Harbor Yard Conversion Approved
A conversion of the Ballpark at Harbor Yard into an amphitheater is moving forward, as city officials approved the plan for the former home of the Bridgeport Bluefish (independent; Atlantic League). (more…)
High Point Moves Forward With New Ballpark Funding Plan
At its meeting on Thursday, the High Point City Council voted to move forward with a new funding plan for a proposed ballpark. (more…)
High Point to Consider Ballpark Funding
Later this week, the High Point City Council will meet to discuss a new funding model for a proposed downtown ballpark. (more…)
High Point Votes to Adjust Ballpark Funding Plan
The High Point City Council recently voted to direct city staff to adjust a ballpark funding plan, and will look to continue discussions on the project. (more…)
Brad Smith New Bees GM
Veteran MiLB front-office employee Brad Smith is new GM of the New Britain Bees (independent; Atlantic League), replacing the retiring Gerry Berthiaume, effective immediately. (more…)
High Point Ballpark County Vote Delayed
We have a delay in the funding plan for a new High Point (N.C.) ballpark, as Guilford County commissioners voted to put off a decision on any funding participation in the project, envisioned as home to an independent Atlantic League team. (more…)
Bridgeport Bluefish Play Ballpark at Harbor Yard Finale
Sunday was the end of an era at the Ballpark at Harbor Yard, as the Bridgeport Bluefish (independent; Atlantic League) played their final game. (more…)
2017 Independent Attendance by Average
We end today’s coverage of 2017 independent-baseball coverage with a listing of teams by average attendance, perhaps the most accurate way to view how the season went. (more…)
2017 Independent Attendance by Total
It seems way too early to post these numbers, but with the Atlantic League wrapping up its season yesterday, it’s time to tally attendance for the 2017 season. We continue with a listing of independent-baseball attendance by total. (more…)
2017 Independent Attendance by League
As the Atlantic League wraps up its season with a slate of Sunday games, it’s time to tally attendance for the 2017 season. We begin with a listing of independent-baseball attendance by league. (more…)
Hearings on Tap for High Point Ballpark Proposal
Next week will bring a series of hearings on a proposed High Point, NC ballpark, as officials continue to consider the issue. (more…)
High Point Ballpark Hearing Slated for September 21
Guilford County Commissioners are set to consider a proposed High Point ballpark plan later this month, as a public hearing has been scheduled. (more…)