In reflecting on the 2019 season, on-field personnel in the independent Atlantic League collectively has mixed feelings on the effectiveness of automated ball-strike technology and the potential for its use in MLB. (more…)
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Somerset Patriots Extending TD Bank Ballpark Netting
The Somerset Patriots (independent; Atlantic League) will extend protective netting at TD Bank Ballpark, as the team announces that it will complete the project prior to the 2020 season. (more…)
BB&T Point Could Land Pro Soccer Team
A professional soccer club could join the High Point Rockers (independent; Atlantic League) at BB&T Point, as discussions are underway about placing a USL League One team at the facility. (more…)
New Constellation Field Videoboard on Tap
The Sugar Land Skeeters (independent; Atlantic League) will install a new LED videoboard at Constellation Field, marking a notable upgrade for the 2020 season. The Skeeters will also be installing a new ribbon video board in left field. (more…)
Brewery on Tap Near New Gastonia Ballpark
Plans are moving forward to open a brewery across from an upcoming downtown Gastonia, NC ballpark, providing an early sign of economic activity in the area. (more…)
Best of 2019, #6: Robo-Umps Debut Under MLB/Atlantic League Deal
We end 2019 with a countdown of the 10 biggest stories of the year on Ballpark Digest, as chosen by editors and partially based on page views. Today, #6: Major League Baseball and the Atlantic League enter an agreement for the indy circuit to test potential rule changes. (more…)
Work on New Downtown Gastonia Ballpark Continues
Construction continues on a new downtown Gastonia, NC ballpark, which is slated to open for an independent Atlantic League team and other events in 2021. (more…)
Professional Baseball Still in Play for McCoy Stadium
Professional baseball is still in play as a future use for Pawtucket’s McCoy Stadium, but it will take time for city and state leaders to determine long-term plans for the ballpark. (more…)
Prospective RCGT Park Tenants Confident in Success
With progress being made on a proposed lease to Ottawa’s RCGT Park, a partnership that includes Winnipeg Goldeyes (independent; American Association) ownership and Ottawa Sports and Entertainment Group is confident it can succeed. (more…)
Downtown Gastonia Ballpark Project Underway
Another ballpark-centric downtown development is now underway, as the first concrete has been poured at the future location of a new downtown Gastonia (NC) multipurpose events complex, which will feature pro baseball. (more…)
Decision on McCoy Stadium Future Resumes in 2020
Deliberation from Pawtucket and Rhode Island officials on McCoy Stadium‘s future is on hold and will resume early next year, as the city’s decision to back a new downtown soccer stadium does not address the future of the property. (more…)
Ottawa Officials Back OSEG, Goldeyes Ownership for RCGT Park Lease
Ottawa officials are endorsing an RCGT Park lease proposal from Ottawa Sports and Entertainment Group and Winnipeg Goldeyes (independent; American Association) ownership, backing it over a bid from a group that has a tentative agreement to buy the Ottawa Champions. (more…)
Atlantic League Announces 2019 Post-Season Club Awards
The independent Atlantic League has announced its 2019 Post-Season Administrative/Community Honors, recognizing team accomplishments both on and off the field. Winners were selected through voting from league club administrators and field managers. (more…)