Al Dorso is taking over the New Jersey Jackals (independent; Can-Am League), as his purchase of the club has been announced. Dorso, who also owns the league rival Sussex County Miners, will lead the Jackals under University Sports and Entertainment, LLC. (more…)
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Nine-Story Office Building Slated for Grasshoppers Home
A nine-story, 111,869-square-foot Class A office building is slated to be built just outside the gates of First National Bank Field, home of the Greensboro Grasshoppers (Low A; Sally League), with a new ballpark entrance as part of the design. (more…)
Timber Rattlers Unveil Potawatomi Party Deck
A new amenity has arrived at Neuroscience Group Field at Fox Cities Stadium, as the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers (Low A; Midwest League) have unveiled the Potawatomi Party Deck. The Potawatomi Party Deck, presented by Potawatomi Hotel & Casino, will take the place of the old beach area beyond the outfield wall in right-center field. (more…)
California League Unveils 2017 Hall of Fame Class
The California League has unveiled its 2017 Hall of Fame Class, featuring five prominent figures from the game’s history. (more…)
Frisco RoughRiders Announce New Hires
The Frisco RoughRiders (Class AA; Texas League) are adding to their front office staff, as they have announced several new hires. (more…)
Tiger Stadium Replacement Lands Major Sponsor in Adient Foundation
We have a major change for the Tiger Stadium replacement at the corner of Michigan and Trumbull, as the Adient Foundation is the presenting sponsor of the Detroit Police Athletic League’s (PAL) ballpark after a grant of $2.8 million. (more…)
Colorado Springs Sky Sox to Install New Videoboard
Security Service Field will soon have a new videoboard, as the Colorado Springs Sky Sox (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) have revealed plans for the display. The display is set to be installed in time for its debut on June 5. (more…)
Cubs Fan Dies After Falling Over Railing at Wrigley Field
Some sad news out of Wrigley Field: Chicago Cubs fan Richard E. Garrity died on Wednesday, one day after falling over a railing and hitting his head when exiting the ballpark. (more…)
Dudy Noble Field Groundbreaking Ceremony Set for May 20
Mississippi State is proceeding with its Dudy Noble Field project, as the university has scheduled a groundbreaking ceremony for Saturday, May 20. The ceremony is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. (more…)
New for 2017: Saints Mascot Alternative Fats
A new season means a new ball pig from the St. Paul Saints (independent; American Association), who have unveiled Alternative Fats. (more…)
Sooners Unveil L. Dale Mitchell Park, OU Softball Complex Upgrades
The University of Oklahoma launched a fundraising effort to upgrade L. Dale Mitchell Park and the OU Softball Complex, unveiling a master plan for the $25 million project. (more…)
Royse City Griffins Branding Unveiled
The forthcoming Southwest League has released more details about one of its clubs, as the logo and branding for the Royse City Griffins has been unveiled. (more…)
Scrappers, Platform Beer Co. Announce New Beer
A new brew will be on tap at Eastwood Field this season, as the Mahoning Valley Scrappers (Short Season A; NY-Penn League) and Platform Beer Co are collaborating on the beer. The beverage will be available at Eastwood Field and various establishments in Youngstown. (more…)