Hunter Roberts Construction has been awarded the contract for the forthcoming upgrades at Yankee Stadium. Before the New York Yankees begin the 2017 season, Yankee Stadium will receive several new amenities that will result in an overhaul of the fan experience. (more…)
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Dennis Bastien Named Prospect League Commissioner
Dennis Bastien has been named the commissioner of the Prospect League, as the summer collegiate circuit has announced his appointment. Bastien signed a three-year contract with the league that began on December 1. (more…)
STMA Announces Mowing Pattern Contest Winner
The Sports Turf Managers Association (SMTA) has announced the winner of its fourth annual Mowing Patterns Contest. This year’s prize has been given to Britt Barry, the sports turf manager for the Dayton Dragons (Low A; Midwest League). (more…)
Personnel News: Somerset and Vermont
ave personnel news to report from the Somerset Patriots (independent; Atlantic League) and the Vermont Lake Monsters (Short Season A; NY-Penn League). (more…)
MiLB Inks Partnership with Bush’s Beans
Minor League Baseball has announced a multi-year strategic partnership with Bush’s Beans. Starting with the 2017 season, Bush’s Beans will be “Official Beans of Minor League Baseball,” and a “Preferred Partner” of several teams. (more…)
IronPigs to Renovate Playing Surface
More renovation news from Coca-Cola Park, as the Lehigh Valley IronPigs (Class AAA; International League) are starting a sod replacement on the playing surface. This will be the first time that Coca-Cola Park’s sod has been replaced since the ballpark opened in 2007. (more…)
Astros Add Torchy’s Tacos, Shake Shack to New Centerfield Area
In conjunction with Aramark, the Houston Astros have announced that Torchy’s Tacos and Shake Shack will be added to Minute Maid Park. Both will be included in the new centerfield area at the ballpark, which is being added this offseason. (more…)
Blue Rocks Upgrade Concourse, Fan Amenities
In their latest upgrade at Frawley Stadium, the Delaware Stadium Corporation and the Wilmington Blue Rocks (High A; Carolina League) have improved the concourse and restroom flooring. (more…)
Northwest League Unveils New Logo
The Northwest League has overhauled its look, as the Short Season A circuit has unveiled a new logo for 2017 and beyond. (more…)
IronPigs Announce Picnic Patio Redesign
The Lehigh Valley IronPigs (Class AAA; International League) are rolling out yet another improvement at Coca-Cola Park, as the team has unveiled a redesigned picnic patio. (more…)
IronPigs to Expand Protective Netting
The Lehigh Valley IronPigs (Class AAA; International League) have announced that they are expanding the protective netting at Coca-Cola Park. To be installed prior to the 2017 season, the netting will now cover field level sections 108-116, between the home and visiting dugouts. (more…)
Rawhide Unveils All-Star Game Logo
The Visalia Rawhide have unveiled the logo for the 2017 California League All-Star Game. The Rawhide will host the contest at Recreation Park on Tuesday, June 20. (more…)
Midwest League Unveils New Logo for 2017
The Class A Midwest League unveiled a new look for the 2017 season, replacing a 32-year-old logo with one that combines traditional colors with an adaptable design. (more…)