We have personnel news to report from the Johnson City Cardinals (Rookie; Appalachian League), Pensacola Blue Wahoos (Class AA; Southern League), and Scranton/Wilkes Barre RailRiders (Class AAA; International League). (more…)
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Crosscutters Unveil More Ballpark Upgrades
The Williamsport Crosscutters (Short Season A; NY-Penn League) are unveiling further changes to BB&T Ballpark at Historic Bowman Field. Set to be complete for the upcoming season, the overhaul to the ballpark will include seating changes, expanded netting, and new dugouts. (more…)
Rendezvous to be Served at AutoZone Park
The Memphis Redbirds (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) have announced that Rendezvous is returning to AutoZone Park, assuring some unique menu items for the 2017 season. (more…)
Salem Red Sox to Install New Videoboard
The Salem Red Sox (High A; Carolina League) are moving forward with a ballpark upgrade, as the team has announced plans for a new videoboard. The display will be installed at LewisGale Field at Salem Memorial Stadium in time for the 2017 season. (more…)
New for 2017: First National Bank Field
The home of the Greensboro Grashoppers (Low A; Sally League) has a new name, as it is now known as First National Bank Field. The rebranding of the ballpark is effective for the 2017 season. (more…)
New from Erie SeaWolves: Fauxback Friday
An interesting weekly promotion has been unveiled by the Erie SeaWolves (Class AA; Eastern League), as the team will celebrate Fauxback Friday in 2017. The promotion will include a 1970’s-inspired specialty jersey that is worn on every Friday home game. (more…)
University of Kentucky Breaks Ground on Ballpark
The University of Kentucky celebrated a milestone on Thursday, when school officials broke ground on a new ballpark. The facility is expected to open for the Wildcats by the 2019 season. (more…)
Northwoods League Grants Huron Affiliate Status
Huron, SD is one step closer to receiving a summer collegiate league team, as the Northwoods League has granted the city affiliate status. (more…)
Redbirds Unveil Team Store at AutoZone Park
The Memphis Rebirds (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) have unveiled plans for a new Team Store at AutoZone Park. This announcement comes just weeks after the Redbirds revealed new logos and uniforms for the 2017 season. (more…)
Personnel News: Memphis, Stockton
We have personnel news to report from the Memphis Redbirds (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) and the Stockton Ports (High A; California League). (more…)
Broadcast Deals in Lake County, Birmingham
There is some news on broadcast agreements to pass along from the Lake County Captains (Low A; Midwest League) and the Birmingham Barons (Class AA; Southern League). (more…)
Kannapolis Intimidators Make Personnel Moves
As they prepare for a future that could include a new downtown ballpark, the Kannapolis Intimidators (Low A; Sally League) are making some personnel moves. Mike deMaine has joined the Intimidators as their chief revenue officer, while general manager Randy Long has been promoted to chief operating officer. (more…)
Regions Field Adding The SwitchYard on 14th
A change is on tap at Regions Field, as the Birmingham Barons (Class AA; Southern League) have unveiled The SwitchYard on 14th. Set to be located in the space under the Birmingham sign along 14th Street, the family-friendly food, beverage, and outdoor game venue will debut this spring. (more…)