We have personnel news to report from the Pawtucket Red Sox (Class AAA; International League) and the Lansing Lugnuts (Low A; Midwest League). (more…)
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Yard Goats Extending Dunkin’ Donuts Park Netting
The Hartford Yard Goats (Class AA; Eastern League) are extending protective netting at Dunkin’ Donuts Park, with the project to be completed in advance of the 2020 season. (more…)
Google Cloud Named Official MLB Cloud Partner
Google Cloud is now Major League Baseball‘s Official Cloud and Cloud Data and Analytics partner, as MLB and Google announce a multiyear partnership with implications on Statcast and more. (more…)
Personnel News: Gary, Idaho Falls
We have personnel news to report from the Gary SouthShore RailCats (independent; American Association) and the Idaho Falls Chukars (Rookie; Pioneer League). (more…)
Personnel News: Indianapolis, Altoona
We have personnel news to report from the Indianapolis Indians (Class AAA; International League) and the Altoona Curve (Class AA; Eastern League). (more…)
OU Lands $1.1M Gift for L. Dale Mitchell Park Upgrades
The University of Oklahoma has landed a $1.1 million gift for upgrades to L. Dale Mitchell Park, helping to advance plans for a major overhaul to its baseball facility. The gift comes from Brian Kimrey and his wife, Kim, adding a major contribution to the estimated $15-million improvement project. (more…)
Blue Jays Detail Rogers Centre Extended Netting Plans
The Toronto Blue Jays have announced details on extended protective netting that will be installed at Rogers Centre, a project the team will complete prior to Opening Day on March 26. (more…)
Naturals to Extend Arvest Ballpark Protective Netting
The Northwest Arkansas Naturals (Class AA; Texas League) will extend protective netting at Arvest Ballpark, with plans to complete installation by their home opener on April 16. (more…)
Roger Hoover Departing Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp
Longtime Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp (Class AA; Southern League) broadcaster Roger Hoover is leaving his post with the franchise, as he is pursuing new opportunities in collegiate sports. (more…)
Toyota Field Awarded Certificate of Occupancy
Toyota Field has been awarded its certificate of occupancy, marking the official end of construction ahead of the Rocket City Trash Pandas (Class AA; Southern League) debut at the ballpark in April. The CO marks the official end of construction at the ballpark and certifies that the facility conforms to the requirements of Madison, AL’s building codes. (more…)
Blue Wahoos Stadium Protective Netting to be Extended
Protective netting at Blue Wahoos Stadium will be extended the entire length of both baselines, as the Pensacola Blue Wahoos (Class AA; Southern League) announce plans for the project. (more…)
Personnel News: Myrtle Beach, Winston-Salem
We have personnel news to report from a pair of High-A Carolina League teams, including the Myrtle Beach Pelicans and the Winston-Salem Dash. (more…)
Stockton Ports Agree to Partnership with PSC
The Stockton Ports (High A; California League) have entered into a long-term partnership with concessionaire Professional Sports Catering. Through the partnership, PSC will manage all aspects of the food operations at Banner Island Ballpark, including concessions, premium, and all special events held at the facility. (more…)