The Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp (Class AA; Southern League) have unveiled Bold City Balcony, marking the addition of a new premium area at Baseball Grounds of Jacksonville. (more…)
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HarbourCats Unveil New Team-Branded Beer
The Victoria HarbourCats (summer collegiate; West Coast League) and Duncan, BC-based Red Arrow Brewing Co. have unveiled HarbourCats Ballpark Blonde, a new team-branded beer. HarbourCats Ballpark Blonde will be available in beer stores and on taps in the region as of late May. (more…)
Mustangs Win Jim McCurdy President’s Award for Continued Excellence
The Rookie-level Pioneer League has named the Billings Mustangs as the inaugural winner of its Jim McCurdy President’s Award for Continued Excellence. Pioneer League Directors established the Award during the 2018 Baseball Winter Meetings. (more…)
York Revolution’s Boomer to Retire
It has been announced that Boomer, the official team dog of the York Revolution (independent; Atlantic League), will retire following the 2019 season. (more…)
Tim Heiman to Step Down from Rumble Ponies Post
Following his final broadcast on May 1, Tim Heiman will step down from his position as the Binghamton Rumble Ponies (Class AA; Eastern League) Director of Broadcasting & Media Relations. (more…)
Personnel News: Salem-Keizer, Rocky Mountain
We have personnel news to report from the Salem-Keizer Volcanoes (Short Season A; Northwest League) and Rocky Mountain Vibes (Rookie; Pioneer League). (more…)
St. Paul Saints Announce Personnel Moves
The St. Paul Saints (independent; American Association) have made several personnel moves in their front office, including a promotion and five new hirings. (more…)
Grizzlies to Adapt “Best in Show” into 2020 Lowriders Branding
The Fresno Grizzlies (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) are planning a car show in which the “Best in Show” will be adapted into the 2020 branding for Fresno Lowriders, the team’s Copa de la Diversión alter-ego. (more…)
PawSox, WPI Strike Partnership for Polar Park
Ahead of their upcoming move to Worcester, the Pawtucket Red Sox (Class AAA; International League) have struck a partnership with Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) that will include planning for Polar Park. (more…)
SeaWolves Partner with Arundel Cellars & Brewing Company on Wine Initiatives
The Erie SeaWolves (Class AA; Eastern League) are partnering with Arundel Cellars & Brewing Company on two initiatives, including a co-branded wine. (more…)
Fort Myers Miracle Become Certified Autism Center
In a first for a Minor League Baseball organization, the Fort Myers Miracle (High A; Florida State League) has completed the process to become a Certified Autism Center. A designation from the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES), it demonstrates the organization’s commitment to ensuring guests with autism and sensory sensitivities have the best possible experience. (more…)
Indianapolis Indians Unveil Circle City Jerseys
The Indianapolis Indians (Class AAA; International League) have unveiled their Circle City jersey, an alternate uniform dedicated to Indianapolis that will be worn on select Thursdays. The new Circle City uniforms sport a blue, white and red color scheme reminiscent of the city flag with other design elements recognizing the team’s hometown. (more…)
Madison Properties to Expand Polar Park Development
Developer Madison Properties is expanding the scope of the first phase of planned development surrounding Worcester’s upcoming Polar Park, with a five-story office building now in the mix. (more…)