Riffing off the news: the Akron RubberDucks (Class AA; Eastern League) have scheduled “Brian Williams’ Pants-on-Fire Night” for April 27. (more…)
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Dayton Dragons go big with new videoboard
The Dayton Dragons (Low Class A; Midwest League) are going big with a new 2,050-square-foot, 13HD high-definition videoboard — one of the largest in Minor League Baseball — for the 2015 season at Fifth Third Field. (more…)
Beloit Snappers unveil new radio home
The Beloit Snappers (Low Class A; Midwest League) signed a broadcast deal with startup Janesville Community Radio, which will be the official station of the team for the 2015 season. (more…)
Brewers announce 2015 Miller Park upgrades
The Milwaukee Brewers announced 2015 Miller Park upgrades, including the addition of two new food stands and some upgraded concessions from Delaware North. (more…)
New for 2015: A’s O.co Coliseum displays
We have some more information on the new videoboards and LED displays to be installed by the Oakland Athletics at O.co Coliseum for the 2015 season. (more…)
Boulders launch Cooperstown Can-Am Classic at Doubleday Field
Pro baseball is returning to Doubleday Field, as the Rockland Boulders (independent; Can-Am League) are hosting the New Jersey Jackals in the first-ever Cooperstown Can-Am Classic. (more…)
Pulaski Yankees unveil marks, 2015 plans
The Pulaski Yankees (rookie; Appalachian League) unveiled a logo and plans for upgrades to historic Calfee Park for the 2015 season. (more…)
Personnel news in Pensacola, Frisco, Syracuse
We have personnel news to report from the Pensacola Blue Wahoos (Class AA; Southern League), Frisco RoughRiders (Class AA; Texas League) and the Syracuse Chiefs (Class AAA; International League). (more…)
New for 2015: Nymeo Field at Harry Grove Stadium
It’s official: the Frederick Keys (High Class A; Carolina League) sold naming rights to their ballpark, with the new moniker of Nymeo Field at Harry Grove Stadium set for 2015 and beyond. (more…)
Memphis unveils new Redbirds logo
The Memphis Redbirds (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) will have a new primary logo in 2015, adopting a look based on the iconic St. Louis Cardinals logo. (more…)
Charlotte lands 2016 Triple-A All-Star Game
The 29th annual Triple-A All-Star Game, featuring an International League/Pacific Coast League matchup, will be hosted by the Charlotte Knights and BB&T Ballpark on July 13, 2016. (more…)
Personnel changes in Myrtle Beach, Bowling Green, Hannibal
Today’s personnel news: Myrtle Beach Pelicans (High Class A; Carolina League) promote Andy Milovich as part of front-office changes, while the Bowling Green Hot Rods (Low Class A; Midwest League) and the Hannibal Cavemen (summer collegiate; Prospect League) announce promotions. (more…)
Bats, Reds extend player development contract
The Louisville Bats (Class AAA; International League) and the Cincinnati Reds extended their player development contract (PDC) for two additional years, through 2018. (more…)