We have personnel news to report from the West Virginia Power (Low A; Sally League), Pittsfield Suns (summer collegiate; Futures League), and the Victoria HarbourCats (summer collegiate; West Coast League). (more…)
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New Futures League Leadership Announced
The Futures Collegiate Baseball League has announced new leadership, including Joe Paolucci as its new Commissioner and Joe Malkin as its new Administrator. (more…)
2019 Southern League All-Star Game Logo Unveiled
The host Biloxi Shuckers have unveiled the 2019 Southern League All-Star Game logo, a reveal that comes months before June’s contest at MGM Park. The Shuckers will host the Southern League’s annual All-Star Festivities on June 17 and 18. (more…)
Personnel News: Yankees, AquaSox
We have personnel news to report from the New York Yankees and the Everett AquaSox (Short Season A; Northwest League). (more…)
Dragons Announce 20th Season Celebration Game
The Dayton Dragons (Low A; Midwest League) have announced the 20th Season Celebration Game on March 30, a unique kick-off to a milestone season. The game at Fifth Third Field will match the 2019 Dragons (“Team 20”) against a team of Dragons alumni who are still playing in the Cincinnati Reds minor league system. (more…)
2019 International League Hall of Fame Class Unveiled
The Triple-A International League has unveiled its 2019 Hall of Fame Class, with a contingent of four inductees that includes National Baseball Hall of Famer Bobby Cox. Joining Cox are two-time All-Star Sam Jethroe, two-time batting champion Billy McMillon, and 1992 Sporting News Minor League Executive of the Year Lou Schwechheimer. (more…)
New Fresno Grizzlies Branding Unveiled
New branding has been unveiled for the Fresno Grizzlies (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League), complete with an updated color scheme, logos, and uniforms. The scarlet, black, gold and beige scheme will be the Fresno Grizzlies’ new permanent look. (more…)
New for 2019: Traverse City Pit Spitters
Branding was unveiled on Tuesday for the Traverse City Pit Spitters, giving the club an identity ahead of its inaugural season in the summer-collegiate Northwoods League. (more…)
Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark Upgrades Announced
The Oklahoma City Dodgers (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) have announced roughly $2.5 million in Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark upgrades, to be completed before the 2019 season. Among the renovations are a new playing field, upgraded lighting, and a new hospitality space. (more…)
Personnel News: MiLB, Pensacola
We have personnel news to report from Minor League Baseball and the Pensacola Blue Wahoos (Class AA; Southern League). (more…)
Can-Am League Announces 2019 International Series
The independent Can-Am League has announced plans for its fourth-annual International Series, featuring the Cuban National Team and Japan’s Shikoku Island Team. This year marks the third time each team will play in the Can-Am League’s annual baseball showcase. (more…)
Cardinals Installing LED Lights at Busch Stadium
In partnership with PLANLED, the St. Louis Cardinals are installing new LED lighting at Busch Stadium. The installation will be completed ahead of the 2019 season. (more…)
Personnel News: Winston-Salem, Indianapolis
We have personnel news from the Winston-Salem Dash (High A; Carolina League) and the Indianapolis Indians (Class AAA; International League). (more…)