Ben Hemmen is heading to Florida, as he is joining the Fort Myers Miracle (High A; Florida State League) as executive vice president and COO. Hemmen is assuming the role from Steve Gliner, who has been named the new president of the Hudson Valley Renegades (Short Season A; NY-Penn League). (more…)
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Steve Gliner Named Renegades President
Steve Gliner is taking on a new role, as he has been named the president of the Hudson Valley Renegades (Short Season A; NY-Penn League). Gliner, who is leaving his post as COO of the Fort Myers Miracle (High A; Florida State League) to take the position, will assume his new title on January 1, 2017. (more…)
Josh Olerud Named RailRiders President
There is some personnel news to report, as Josh Olerud has been promoted to president of the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders (Class AAA; International League). (more…)
New for 2018: Waco BlueCats
We have a name for the new Waco-area independent league team: the Waco BlueCats. The BlueCats will begin play at a new ballpark in Bellmead, TX in 2018, as members of the upstart Southwest League. (more…)
Personnel News: Michael Goldklang Joins Goldklang Group
There is some personnel news to report, as Michael Goldklang is joining The Goldklang Group. Goldklang will serve as the organization’s general counsel and senior vice president. (more…)
Crosscutters Announce Grant for Ballpark Upgrades
BB&T Ballpark at Historic Bowman Field is set for more upgrades, as the home of Williamsport Crosscutters (Short A; NY-Penn League) will be receiving state grant money. (more…)
New for 2017: Fond du Lac Dock Spiders
The expansion Northwoods League franchise in Fond du Lac has announced a new name: the Fond du Lac Dock Spiders. The Dock Spiders will join the summer collegiate circuit for the 2017 season, playing at Marian Unviersity’s Herr-Baker Field. (more…)
Personnel News from Frederick, Lexington
We have personnel news to pass along from the Frederick Keys (High A; Carolina League) and the Lexington Legends (Low A; Sally League). (more…)
IronPigs Unveil Reflective Twill Uniforms
As part of their 10th anniversary celebration, the Lehigh Valley IronPigs (Class AAA; International League) will debut reflective twill uniforms in 2017. Created by Majestic, the unique reflective twill and number technology uniforms will be worn during home games. (more…)
Buies Creek Astros Join Carolina League
On Friday, the Buies Creek Astros (High A; Carolina League) announced their move to Campbell University’s Jim Perry Stadium. The Houston Astros-owned franchise will spend the next two seasons at that facility before moving into a new ballpark in downtown Fayetteville, NC in 2019. (more…)
Coca-Cola Park to Feature New Video Display
Highlighted by one of the largest videoboards in Minor League Baseball, the Lehigh Valley IronPigs (Class AAA; International League) have unveiled upgraded video displays. The new features will be in place for the 2017 season. (more…)
Crosscutters Announce Ballpark Upgrades
The Williamsport Crosscutters (Short Season A; NY-Penn League) are making improvements to BB&T Ballpark at Historic Bowman Field. Upgrades including changes to the seating as well as a new picnic deck. (more…)
Dave Elmore Named 2016 King of Baseball
Minor League Baseball has named Dave Elmore its 2016 King of Baseball. Elmore is the owner and founder of the Elmore Sports Group. (more…)