Waukesha, WI officials continue to debate a proposal for a new summer-collegiate Northwoods League team and ballpark at Frame Park, with the financial implications being a key sticking point. (more…)
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Orioles Extending Oriole Park at Camden Yards Netting
Prior to the 2018 season, the Baltimore Orioles will extend the protective netting at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. In addition, the club will also install extended netting at its spring training home, Ed Smith Stadium in Sarasota. (more…)
PawSox Ballpark Bill to be Discussed by House
As their ballpark financing bill faces hurdles in the Rhode Island house, the Pawtucket Red Sox (Class AAA; International League) are prepared to discuss the plan, but warn that Worcester is a viable alternative. (more…)
Brewers’ Sausage Race to Continue with New Sponsor
With longtime sponsor Klement’s out of the picture, the Milwaukee Brewers will have a new sponsor for their Famous Racing Sausages in 2018. (more…)
Greeneville Reds to be Announced Friday
A Cincinnati Reds club in the Appalachian League could be announced Friday, with the Reds set to replace the Houston Astros in Greeneville. (more…)
Dodgers to Extend Dodger Stadium Netting
The Los Angeles Dodgers are planning to extend the protective netting at Dodger Stadium, with the installation set to be complete prior to the 2018 season. (more…)
Dwyer Stadium Lease Turned Over to New York-Penn League
Now that the New York-Penn League is taking over the operations of the Batavia Muckdogs, the City of Batavia has passed a resolution to transfer the Dwyer Stadium lease to the circuit. (more…)
Details Released on Madison Ballpark Pitch
At a meeting on Monday, Madison, AL officials discussed the details behind a proposed new ballpark that could house the Mobile BayBears (Class AA; Southern League). (more…)
PawSox Bringing Ballpark Pitch to R.I. House Speaker’s District
As they continue their pursuit of a new Pawtucket ballpark, the Pawtucket Red Sox (Class AAA; International League) will make their case in the district of Rhode Island House Speaker Nicholas Mattiello. (more…)
Rugby Club Finds Temporary Home at Constellation Field
While the club will eventually move to another venue, rugby’s Houston SaberCats are getting acclimated to Constellation Field, home of the Sugar Land Skeeters (independent; Atlantic League). (more…)
Chris Harris Departing Shuckers for Braves
After serving as the broadcaster for the Biloxi Shuckers since 2015, Chris Harris has been hired to fill a broadcasting position with the Mississippi Braves. (more…)
In Memoriam: Clint Brown
Clint Brown, longtime President/Owner of the Florence Freedom (independent; Frontier League), has passed away. (more…)
Arkansas Baseball Sets Season Ticket Sales Record
The coming season should see well-attended games at Baum Stadium, as the Arkansas Razorbacks have set a new record for season ticket sales. (more…)