We have personnel news today from the Winston-Salem Dash (High Class A; Carolina League) and the Corvallis Knights (summer collegiate; West Coast League). (more…)
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Astros map out Minute Maid Park future
We’ve already reported on 2015 changes to Minute Maid Park, home of the Houston Astros, with the team releasing details on potential changes for coming years. (more…)
Nussbaum new Midwest League president
A transition to note for the new year: Dick Nussbaum is now president of the Class A Midwest League, succeeding longtime leader George Spelius. (more…)
Personnel news in Corpus Christi, Frederick
We have personnel news today from the Corpus Christi Hooks (Class AA; Texas League) and the Frederick Keys (High Class A; Carolina League). (more…)
Astros, Nats spring complex back in play
A previously rejected land swap is back in play, as West Palm Beach officials say they’ll consider taking steps toward a new Houston Astros/Washington Nationals spring-training camp. (more…)
Sonoma Stompers sold to local residents
The Sonoma Stompers (independent; Pacific Association) have been sold to local residents Eric and Lani Gullotta in anticipation of the team’s second season. (more…)
ThunderBolts installing new synthetic turf for 2015
Another ballpark upgrade for 2015: The Windy City ThunderBolts (independent; Frontier League) are installing a new artificial-turf field at Standard Bank Stadium. (more…)
I-Cubs going high-def for 2015
The Iowa Cubs (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) are installing a new high-def scoreboard at Principal Park for the 2015 season, while upgrading their broadcast capabilities in the process. (more…)
Potomac signs first ballpark founding partner
We have some news about a new Potomac Nationals (High Class A; Carolina League) ballpark, as F.H. Furr signs on as a founding partner. (more…)
Personnel news for Timber Rattlers, Rafters
We have personnel news from the great state of Wisconsin, as the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers (Low Class A; Midwest League) and Wisconsin Rapids Rafters (summer collegiate; Northwoods League) announce front-office additions. (more…)
Mustangs officially part of Main Street Baseball
It’s now an officially completed transaction, as Main Street Baseball takes the reins of the Billings Mustangs (rookie; Pioneer League) after Major League Baseball signs off on the deal. (more…)
Braves add more land for SunTrust Park parking
Here’s one way to address potential parking problems at SunTrust Park: the Atlanta Braves bought nine-plus acres of land adjoining the new-ballpark site, with an eye toward bringing fans closer to the facility. (more…)
San Diego Padres unveil left-field upgrades
We tweeted shots of the framework from the impressive Winter Meetings Gala at Petco Park, and this information from Daktronics fills out what San Diego Padres fans can expect from a new ballpark scoreboard in 2015. (more…)