The Atlantic League will be renaming its annual award for groundskeeping the Ray Cipperly Award for Groundskeeping Excellence. The tribute to the late Somerset Patriots groundskeeper takes effect this year. (more…)
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Ryan Keur Named Daytona Tortugas President
There is some personnel news to report, as Ryan Keur is departing the Burlington Royals (Rookie; Appalachian League) to become president of the Daytona Tortugas (High A; Florida State League). (more…)
Zimmerman Wins FSL Broadcaster of the Year
Brice Zimmerman of the Fort Myers Miracle has been named the Florida State League‘s Broadcaster of the Year for 2016. (more…)
Blue Rocks Win Three Carolina League Awards
The Wilmington Blue Rocks have been honored with three awards from the Carolina League. That trio of honors includes the Matt Minker Community Service Award, the Marketing and Promotional Award, and Carolina League Female Executive of the Year for Stefani Rash, director of ticket and group sales. (more…)
Personnel News: Erie, Madison
We have some personnel news to report from the Erie SeaWolves (Class AA; Eastern League) and the Madison Mallards (summer collegiate; Northwoods League). (more…)
Fond du Lac Name the Team Contest Finalists Revealed
The Fond du Lac expansion franchise in the Northwoods League has named its five finalists in a name the team contest. Voting on the name is now beginning after a submission period in which more than 800 monikers were suggested. (more…)
Baysox Seek Naming Rights Partner
The Bowie Baysox (Class AA; Eastern League) have announced that they are seeking a ballpark naming rights partner for Prince George’s Stadium. (more…)
Derek Martin Named Altoona Curve GM
There is some personnel news to report, as Derek Martin has been named the general manager of the Altoona Curve (Class AA; Eastern League). (more…)
Personnel News: Smokies Promote Tim Volk
There is some personnel news to report, as the Tennessee Smokies (Class AA; Southern League) are promoting Tim Volk to a general manager position. His official title will be general manager-business operations. (more…)
Bismarck to Unveil Team Name
By the end of next week, the name of the Bismarck franchise in the Northwoods League will be unveiled. The team is set to make the announcement as part of an event at Bismarck Municipal Ballpark on Thursday, October 13. (more…)
Ronnie Wallace Honored by Futures League
Ronnie Wallace, general manager of the Nashua Silver Knights, has been named the Futures Collegiate Baseball League executive of the year for 2016. (more…)
Brewers Unveil Miller Park Improvements
The Milwaukee Brewers are unveiling a series of changes that will take place at Miller Park before next season. Jointly funded by the Brewers and Delaware North, the $18 million project is an effort to overhaul Miller Park’s food and beverage options by installing several concession stands. (more…)
Lugnuts, Blue Jays Renew Affiliation
A renewal of the affiliation between the Lansing Lugnuts (Low A; Midwest League) and the Toronto Blue Jays is now official. The Lugnuts and Blue Jays will continue their affiliation through the 2018 season. (more…)