The Wilmington Blue Rocks (High A; Carolina League) are unveiling extended netting at Frawley Stadium. Installation of the netting, which now runs to the end of both dugouts, was completed last week. (more…)
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Timber Rattlers to Become Wisconsin Brats on June 9
As part of a special promotion on June 9, the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers (Low A; Midwest League) will change their name to the Wisconsin Brats. The promotions is part of Bratoberfest presented by Grifols (more…)
Personnel News: Lowell, Wisconsin Rapids
We have personnel news to report from the Lowell Spinners (Short Season A; NY-Penn League) and the Wisconsin Rapids Rafters (summer collegiate; Northwoods League). (more…)
Stockton Ports Unveil PassPORT
The Stockton Ports (High A; California League) are the latest team to join the Ballpark Pass trend, unveiling their new PassPORT subscription. (more…)
Wilmington Blue Rocks Install LED Lights
The Wilmington Blue Rocks (High A; Carolina League) have announced the installation of LED field lights at Frawley Stadium for the 2018 season. The new system, built by Iowa’s Musco Lighting, will provide unprecedented illumination to Judy Johnson Field, its concourse and seating areas, and drastically reduce the team’s energy output. (more…)
Goldeyes Adding Craft Beer Corner to Shaw Park
The Winnipeg Goldeyes (independent; American Association) are making a unique addition to Shaw Park, as the team has announced plans for Craft Beer Corner. Featuring offerings from several Manitoba-based breweries, Craft Beer Corner will make its debut in 2018. (more…)
Lansing Lugnuts to Offer Ballpark Pass in 2018
The Ballpark Pass trend is spreading to Cooley Law School Stadium, as the Lansing Lugnuts (Low A; Midwest League) are debuting a pass for the 2018 season. (more…)
A’s to Debut The Treehouse at Oakland Coliseum
A new social space will debut at the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum during the 2018 season, as the Oakland A’s have announced plans for The Treehouse. Located above the left field bleachers, The Treehouse will be open to all fans and will feature two full-service bars, standing-room and lounge seating, numerous televisions and pre- and postgame entertainment. (more…)
Whitecaps Announce Fan Food Vote Finalists
Fans can decide the next food menu item from the West Michigan Whitecaps (Low A; Midwest League), as the team has opened its 2018 fan food vote. (more…)
Rickwood Classic Returning in 2018
One of baseball’s best traditions will make a comeback in 2018, as the Birmingham Barons (Class AA; Southern League) have announced plans for the 2018 Rickwood Classic. (more…)
Myrtle Beach Pelicans to Install Extended Netting
Prior to the 2018 season, the Myrtle Beach Pelicans (High A; Carolina League) will install new extended protective netting at TicketReturn.com Field. (more…)
Cedar Rapids Kernels to Extend Protective Netting
By Opening Day 2018, the Cedar Rapids Kernels (Low A; Midwest League) will install extended protective netting at Perfect Game Field at Veterans Memorial Stadium. (more…)
New Fresno Grizzlies Owners Finalized; Chukchansi Park Lease Extended
The new Fresno Grizzlies (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) owners were finalized today, along with the news that the Chukchansi Park lease was extended through the 2036 season. (more…)