The Fresno Grizzlies (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) have announced a corporate partnership with Toyota. As part of the agreement, Toyota will be the Official Vehicle of the Fresno Grizzlies for at least the next three seasons. (more…)
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IronBirds Announce Partnership with RAACE
Starting this season, the Aberdeen IronBirds (Short Season A; NY-Penn League) will enter into a multi-year partnership with Race Against Abuse of Children Everywhere (RAACE). The pact between the IronBirds and RAACE, a nonprofit dedicated to eliminating child sexual abuse, aims to provide a safe and family-fun experience both at the ballpark and in the local community. (more…)
Best of the Ballparks, Cactus League: Salt River Fields
For the second straight year, Ballpark Digest readers named Salt River Fields at Talking Stick the top Cactus League ballpark in the Best of the Ballparks vote. (more…)
Choctaw Lazy River Now Heated
The Frisco RoughRiders (Class AA; Texas League) are making an improvement to the Choctaw Lazy River, which is now heated. The team says that this addition to the Choctaw Lazy River,which won a Best Ballpark Improvement Award from Ballpark Digest in 2016, will bring an end to Chilly Lazy River Syndrome (CLRS). (more…)
Personnel News: Frederick, Eau Claire
We have personnel news to report from the Frederick Keys (High A; Carolina League) and the Eau Claire Express (summer collegiate; Northwoods League). (more…)
World Baseball Classic Sets New Records
The 2017 World Baseball Classic is in the books, and it proved to be a successful showcase, setting several new digital consumption, viewing, attendance, and merchandise sale records. (more…)
Houston Astros Unveil Lexus Field Club
The Houston Astros have reached a naming rights agreement with Lexus for the Lexus Field Club. The Lexus Field Club will be in the renovated centerfield area at Minute Maid Park. (more…)
Minnesota Twins Add LED Lighting to Target Field
The Minnesota Twins have installed Eaton’s Ephesus sports LED system and controls at Target Field. The new lighting system will be in place for the 2017 season. (more…)
Auburn University Installs LED Lighting
Auburn University has upgraded the lighting system at Samford Stadium-Hitchcock Field at Plainsman Park by installing LED lighting. (more…)
Buffalo Bisons Unveil New Menu Options
The Buffalo Bisons (Class AAA; International League) have unveiled new menu items at Coca-Cola Field for the upcoming season. In addition, the Bisons announced several other new features at the ballpark for what will be their 30th season at Coca-Cola Field. (more…)
Personnel News: Hagerstown, Staten Island
We have personnel news to report from the Hagerstown Suns (Low A; Sally League) and the Staten Island Yankees (Short Season A; NY-Penn League). (more…)
Stockton Ports Unveil Ballpark Changes
In advance of the 2017 season, the Stockton Ports (High A; California League) are unveiling numerous changes to Banner Island Ballpark. Among the modifications the Ports have announced are extended netting, a self-serving refrigerated drink area, new menu items, new online ticket options, and more. (more…)
Personnel News: Pensacola, Charleston
We have personnel news to report from the Pensacola Blue Wahoos (Class AA; Southern League) and the Charleston RiverDogs (Low A; Sally League). (more…)