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Devlin new voice of the Bees

Nick Devlin is the new Voice of the Burlington Bees.Nick Devlin, who grew up in nearby Monmouth, Ill., is the new Voice of the Burlington Bees (Low Class A; Midwest League), set to air on Newsradio 1490 KBUR. “Nick brings a lot of things to the table that we value,” said general manager Chuck Brockett. […]

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Lawmakers: Slots could help pay for new Saints ballpark

Two Minnesota lawmakers say revenues from slots installed at state racetracks could help fund a variety of projects, including a new St. Paul Saints ballpark. Two Minnesota lawmakers say revenues from slots installed at state racetracks could help fund a variety of projects, including a new St. Paul Saints (independent; American Association) ballpark. The so-called […]

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Businessman pitches Northwoods League team in Indiana

Elkhart Couny approves a $5 million loan to a businessman seeking to build a $12-million ballpark in Elkhart, Indiana, for a summer-collegiate Northwoods League team. Elkhart Couny has approved a $5 million loan to a businessman seeking to build a $12-million ballpark in Elkhart, Indiana, for a summer-collegiate Northwoods League team, contingent on the private […]

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ValleyCats add Chenes to front office

Chris Chenes is the team's new Media & Production Manager.The Tri-City ValleyCats (short season; NY-Penn League)announced the addition of Chris Chenes to its organization as Media & Production Manager. Chenes will take over the media relations responsibilities for the ValleyCats as well as video production and electronic media efforts.   Chenes is no stranger to […]

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Edinburg threatens to evict Roadrunners

The city of Edinburg is threatening to evict the Roadrunners because of unpaid rent. The city of Edinburg is threatening to evict the Edinburg Roadrunners (independent; United League Baseball) because of unpaid rent. The City Commission officially notified the team about the back rent and the need to work out a payment agreement. The team, […]

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