During a meeting with the media at Major League Baseball‘s All-Star festivities, commissioner Rob Manfred said that the best option for a new Oakland A’s ballpark may lie in to Oakland. (more…)
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Hillcats Reveal Finalists for New Name
Over the next week, the Lynchburg Hillcats (High A; Carolina League) will allow fans to select from one of six monikers in their name the team contest. (more…)
Warthogs to Return on Thursday
The throwback night craze in Minor League Baseball has caught on in Winston-Salem, where the Winston-Salem Dash (High A; Carolina League) will once again take the field as the Warthogs. (more…)
Officials Divided on Titusville Ballpark Proposal
A discussion during a recent meeting showed that there are mixed opinions on a proposed ballpark in Titusville for a High-A Florida State League squad. (more…)
Desire for Baseball Still Evident in Stamford
Though previous discussions of attracting professional baseball have led nowhere, Stamford officials and business leaders still say that they would like to see a team in the Connecticut city. (more…)
Northwoods League Poised for More Growth
In the midst of another successful season, the summer collegiate Northwoods League could be poised for more growth in the future. (more…)
All-Star Game Puts Akron in Spotlight
After undergoing several years of improvements under Akron RubberDucks (Class AA; Eastern League) owner Ken Babby, Canal Park will be in the spotlight. (more…)
Victory Field to Host 20th Anniversary Celebration on Friday
On Friday, the Indianapolis Indians (Class AAA; International League) will celebrate the 20th anniversary of Victory Field with a very elaborate promotion. (more…)
When MiLB Teams Went Back to School
One of the strongest links between college and Minor League Baseball is shared facilities, which have steadily been popping up around the baseball landscape. (more…)
Four Firms Bidding for McCoy Stadium Study
Four firms are bidding to study the feasibility of McCoy Stadium, giving the Pawtucket Red Sox (Class AAA; International League) and local officials plenty of options to choose from in mapping out the team’s future. (more…)
Franklin County Reaping Benefits of Clippers
In an industry that is largely driven by private ownership, Franklin County has managed to make the Columbus Clippers (Class AAA; International League) a continued success. (more…)
Sporting Painted Cleats, Skeeters Break Attendance Record
There is another attendance record to note from the Fourth of July, as the Sugar Land Skeeters (independent; Atlantic League) shattered their previous high mark. (more…)
BlueClaws to Wear Cat Jerseys on CATurday
The Lakewood BlueClaws (Low A; Sally League) are taking pet night at the ballpark to another level, as they will sport cat jerseys this Saturday at FirstEnergy Park. (more…)