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…)
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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…)
Truist Grant Extends Relief to MLB, MiLB Game-Day Workers
Truist Financial Corp. is extending the Atlanta Braves‘ pledge of $1 million with its own $250,000 grant to support hourly workers at Truist Park, spring home CoolToday Park and each of the MiLB facilities operated by the Braves. (more…)
NPF Adjusts 2020 Schedule in Light of Coronavirus Pandemic
In light of the coronavirus pandemic, National Pro Fastpitch has made adjustments to its 2020 schedule, including the indefinite postponement or cancellation of several upcoming events. (more…)
Personnel News: Portland, Frederick
We have personnel news to report from the Portland Sea Dogs (Class AA; Eastern League) and the Frederick Keys (High A; Carolina League). (more…)
Sod Poodles Unveil Pointy Boots de Amarillo Uniform
The Amarillo Sod Poodles (Class AA; Texas League) have unveiled uniforms for Pointy Boots de Amarillo, their Copa de la Diversión alter ego for the 2020 season. The team plans to play as the Pointy Boots for 10 specialty games. (more…)
Salt Lake Bees Extend Smith’s Ballpark Protective Netting
The Salt Lake Bees (Class AAA: Pacific Coast League) have announced extended protective netting at Smith’s Ballpark, running the netting farther down both foul lines. The net extension covers nearly to each foul pole down the right and left field lines. (more…)
Personnel News: Salem, Lexington
We have personnel news report from the Salem Red Sox (High A; Carolina League) and the Lexington Legends (Low A; Sally League). (more…)
Yuengling Named Official Lager of the Philadelphia Phillies
Yuengling has become the Official Lager of the Philadelphia Phillies, as the brewery and the team announce a multiyear partnership. As a sponsor of the Phillies since 2017, Yuengling extends its partnership while introducing several new elements for the 2020 Major League Baseball season. (more…)
Victoria HarbourCats Extending Protective Netting
The Victoria HarbourCats (summer collegiate; West Coast League) are extending protective netting at Wilson’s Group Stadium at Royal Athletic Park, with the project to be completed by their late May opener. (more…)
Personnel News: High Point, Buffalo
We have personnel news to report from the High Point Rockers (independent; Atlantic League) and the Buffalo Bisons (Class AAA; International League). (more…)
Nanaimo West Coast League Team on Tap for 2021
A Nanaimo, BC-based team in the summer-collegiate West Coast League has been announced, with the expansion club to begin play as the circuit’s 13th team in 2021. The yet-to-be-named club will play home games at Serauxmen Stadium. (more…)
Nashville Sounds Donate $100,000 to Aid Tornado Relief Effort
The Nashville Sounds (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League), on behalf of owners Frank Ward and Masahiro Honzawa, have announced a donation of $100,000 towards supporting families affected by the tornadoes in Nashville. The donation is to Music City Inc., the 501c(3) charitable foundation of the Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp. (more…)