Broadcaster Sean Aronson is on the verge of a milestone, as he will call his 1,000th game for the St. Paul Saints (independent; American Association). With his broadcast on Labor Day, Aronson will become the first announcer in team history to reach 1,000 games. (more…)
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Storm Chasers to Welcome 14th Million Fan
A significant milestone is on tap for the Omaha Storm Chasers (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League), as the team expects to welcome its 14th million fan this weekend. (more…)
Ports’ Mercedes to Play Nine Positions
Melvin Mercedes of the Stockton Ports (High A; California League) will join some rare company on Saturday, when he plays all nine positions. (more…)
RiverDogs Break Attendance Record
A single-season attendance record was broken on Thursday, as the Charleston RiverDogs (Low A; Sally League) set a new franchise high. (more…)
Lugnuts Hit Eight Million Fan Mark
The Lansing Lugnuts (Low A; Midwest League) reached an attendance milestone on Wednesday night, when they welcomed their eight millionth fan. The eight millionth fan was Bill Johnston. (more…)
Knights to Pay Tribute to Charlotte O’s
With Hall of Famer Eddie Murray on hand, the Charlotte Knights (Class AAA; International League) will pay tribute to the 1976 Charlotte O’s. The reunion at BB&T Ballpark is set for September 4. (more…)
Ollie the Bat Dog to Retire
After serving several seasons at the team’s bat dog, Ollie is retiring from his role with the New Hampshire Fisher Cats (Class AA; Eastern League). Ollie will work his final games over Labor Day weekend. (more…)
RiverDogs Nearing Attendance Record
The Charleston RiverDogs (Low A; Sally League) will play their home finale on Thursday, which could mark the establishment of a new attendance record. (more…)
TinCaps, Padres Extend Player Development Contract
The Fort Wayne TinCaps (Low A; Midwest League) and the San Diego Padres have extended their player development contract (PDC) for two more seasons, through 2018. (more…)
Boesch Named Carolina League Broadcaster of the Year
The Carolina League has named Brian Boesch as its Broadcaster of the Year for 2016. This it the second time that the Winston-Salem Dash lead broadcaster has won the award. (more…)
South Bend Cubs to Set Attendance Record
A notable attendance record should be broken over Labor Day weekend, as the South Bend Cubs (Low A; Midwest League) expect to set a new high mark at Four Winds Field. (more…)
Spikes, Cardinals Extend Player Development Contract
Another renewal to report: the State College Spikes (Short Season A; NY-Penn League) and the St. Louis Cardinals extended their player development contract (PDC) through the 2018 season. (more…)
51s, Mets Renew Player Development Contract
It looks like there will be no changes in Triple-A affiliations for the 2017-2018 cycle, as the Las Vegas 51s (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) and New York Mets have renewed their player development contract (PDC) through 2018. (more…)