When Trenton Thunder (Class AA; Eastern League) play their home opener on Thursday, they will debut a series of improvements to ARM & HAMMER Park. (more…)
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On Tap for Timber Rattlers: Snaketail Ale
The Wisconsin Timber Rattlers (Low A; Midwest League) are joining the team-branded beer trend, unveiling Snaketail Ale from Fox River Brewing Company. (more…)
Salem Red Sox Extend Protective Netting
In a change to Haley Toyota Field for 2018, the Salem Red Sox (High A; Carolina League) have extended the ballpark’s protective netting. Installation has been completed in time for the team’s home opener on April 5 against the Buies Creek Astros. (more…)
LED Lighting Debuts at Kauffman Stadium
When the Kansas City Royals began their season last week, they debuted new LED lighting at Kauffman Stadium. (more…)
Intimidators Unveil New Sensory Friendly Area
Starting this season, the Kannapolis Intimidators (Low A; Sally League) will offer a sensory friendly space that is designed to accommodate and assist special needs children at all ballpark events. Formerly executive offices, the space overlooking right field is a calm area that is free from the crowds and the noise of Intimidators Stadium. (more…)
Kim Parker Named New Burlington Bees GM
The Burlington Bees (Low A; Midwest League) have made a new appointment to the General Manager post, promoting Kim Parker to the position. Parker has worked in all aspects of organization over the years, from selling programs to merchandise sales. (more…)
Season Openers Mean POS Prep Work
With the Minor League Baseball season launching next week, teams across the continent are prepping for hordes of fans descending on their ballparks. Is your ballpark tech ready to handle the stress? Here are five things to review before Opening Day. (more…)
Grizzlies Extending Netting at Chukchansi Park
The Fresno Grizzlies (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) will have extended protective netting at Chukchansi Park this season, with installation to be complete by the team’s home opener. (more…)
Who Has The Best MLB Player-Development Facilities? Here Are The Top Six
The backbone of any successful MLB franchise is a successful player-development system. And these days successful player development means strong MiLB and spring-training facilities. We end our ranking of MLB organizations by the quality of their player-development facilities with the top six organizations. (more…)
Hot Dogs Still Concession-Stand Favorites at MLB Ballparks
MLB ballpark concession stands may be packed with deep-fried pickle-wrapped delights and brisket served seven ways, but the food item of choice is still the humble hot dog. (more…)
Personnel News: Buffalo, Helena
We have personnel news to report from the Buffalo Bisons (Class AAA; International League) and the Helena Brewers (Rookie; Pioneer League). (more…)
A’s Introducing Modern Harvey the Rabbit
Harvey the Rabbit is making a comeback, as the Oakland A’s are introducing a modern Harvey for the 2018 season. He will make his 2018 Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum debut on Opening Night, Friday, March 30. (more…)
Who Has The Best Player-Development Facilities? We Rank From Bottom to Top, Part 4
The backbone of any successful MLB franchise is a successful player-development system. And these days successful player development means strong MiLB and spring-training facilities. We continue our ranking of MLB organizations by the quality of their player-development facilities with part four, covering organizations 12-7. (more…)