TD Bank Ballpark, home of the Atlantic League’s Somerset Patriots, was chosen for the second consecutive year as the best independent ballpark in Ballpark Digest’s Best of the Ballparks 2016 fan competition. (more…)
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RubberDucks Introduce LeBlock Burger
In honor of the Cleveland Cavaliers NBA Championship, the Akron RubberDucks (Class AA; Eastern League) have introduced the LeBlock Burger. A nod to Akron native LeBron James, the LeBlock Burger is a bacon-stuffed burger topped with Middlefield cheddar cheese, wine and gold slaw, and a championship onion ring on a Kaiser bun. (more…)
Marlins, Zephyrs Extend Player Development Contract
The Miami Marlins and New Orleans Zephyrs (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) extended their player-development contract (PDC) through the 2020 season. (more…)
Atlantic League Unveils All-Star Game Uniforms
With the Lancaster Barnstormers set to host its 2016 All-Star Game, the Atlantic League (ALPB) and the team have unveiled a pair of game-specific uniforms. The hats and jerseys are a nod to Lancaster County’s agriculture, and a part of the game’s theme. (more…)
Grizz Burger Part of Fresno’s 90’s Night
During 90’s night on July 7, the Fresno Grizzlies (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) will host Grizz Burger, a tribute to the 1997 film Good Burger. In addition to specialty jerseys and food items, the promotion includes an appearance by Good Burger star Kel Mitchell, who will be on hand for autographs and photos during the game. (more…)
Brewers, Shuckers Extend Player Development Deal
The Milwaukee Brewers and Biloxi Shuckers (Class AA; Southern League) extended their player-development contract (PDC) by two years, through the 2020 season. (more…)
Dash to Honor 20th Anniversary of Nintendo 64
On Thursday, the Winston-Salem Dash (High A; Carolina League) will celebrate the 20th anniversary of Nintendo 64 with an elaborate tribute. Several promotions and activities will be staged at BB&T Ballpark during the game, which begins at 7:00 p.m. (more…)
Fisher Cats Will Host 2017 All-Star Game
The 2017 Eastern League All-Star Game is coming to New Hampshire, as the New Hampshire Fisher Cats have been selected as the host team. The game is set to be played at Northeast Delta Dental Stadium on Wednesday, July 12 at 7:05 p.m. (more…)
Greensboro to Host 2018 SAL All-Star Game
A site for the 2018 South Atlantic League All-Star Game has been announced, as the Greensboro Grasshoppers (Low A; Sally League) will host the event. The contest is set to be played at NewBridge Bank Park on Tuesday, June 19. (more…)
Jen Pawol to Umpire in GCL
For the first time in nearly 10 years Minor League Baseball will have a female umpire within its ranks, as Jen Pawol has been assigned to the Gulf Coast League. (more…)
Netting Extended at LeLacheur Park
The Lowell Spinners (Short Season A; NY-Penn League) are the latest team in Minor League Baseball to expand protective netting, as they have installed the addition at LeLacheur Park. (more…)
Somerset Sets Atlantic League Weekend Attendance Record
Big record to pass along: The Somerset Patriots set a new Atlantic League weekend attendance record, welcoming 22,907 fans to TD Bank Ballpark from Friday, June 17 through Sunday, June 19. (more…)
River Bandits Announce Three 2016 Bandit Scholarships
It’s become an annual tradition: The Quad Cities River Bandits (Low A; Midwest League) awarded their three 2016 Bandit Scholarships during Sunday’s game at Modern Woodmen Park. (more…)