Earlier this week, Gastonia, NC officials presented details on a new Gastonia Grizzlies (summer collegiate; Coastal Plain League) ballpark that will anchor a downtown redevelopment initiative. (more…)
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Will Globe Life Field Feature Synthetic Surface?
Although the team has not made a final decision, a number of factors could lead to the Texas Rangers installing a synthetic surface at Globe Life Field. (more…)
Oldest Ballparks by League: 2019 Update
A year ago, we presented a rundown of the oldest ballparks by league, from the majors down to the rookie level. There have been some changes since, as some ballparks on last year’s list are no longer used by Minor League Baseball teams, while a few others are on their way out. (more…)
Portland Diamond Project Charter Investors Unveiled
Charter investors for Portland Diamond Project–the group working to bring MLB to Portland–have been unveiled, with names from the sports and business worlds in the mix. (more…)
Marty Brennaman Will Retire After 2019 Season
A broadcasting legend will soon call it a career, as Cincinnati Reds play-by-play voice Marty Brennaman announced Wednesday that he will retire after the 2019 season. (more…)
Angel Stadium Lease Extension Approved
The Anaheim City Council approved an Angel Stadium lease extension with the Los Angeles Angels through 2020, giving the parties more time to discuss the team and ballpark’s future. (more…)
Developer Drops High Point Ballpark Hotel Plans
On Monday, a Greensboro-based firm announced it was dropping plans to build a hotel near BB&T Point–the upcoming home of the High Point Rockers (independent; Atlantic League). (more…)
River Bandits Buy Meal for Local TSA Officers
Amidst the federal government shutdown, the Quad Cities River Bandits (Low A; Midwest League) purchased a meal for Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers late last week. (more…)
John Loar Leading Nashville MLB Effort
Businessman John Loar is leading an effort to bring Major League Baseball to Nashville, a city that could factor into future expansion discussions. (more…)
Fenway Park Awaits Red Bull Crashed Ice
An ice cross downhill competition is coming to Fenway Park, as the Boston Red Sox will welcome the Red Bull Crashed Ice event next month. (more…)
Mitche Graf Named Volcanoes President of Business Operations
Mitche Graf was recently named the Salem-Keizer Volcanoes (Short Season A; Northwest League) president of business operations, marking the experienced entrepreneur’s first role in baseball. (more…)
River Bandits Donate $100,000 to Genesis Health System
The Quad Cities River Bandits (Low A; Midwest League) donated $100,000 to Genesis Health System on Friday, continuing one of the more robust charitable efforts in Minor League Baseball. (more…)
In Memoriam: Steve Nettleton
Steve Nettleton, best remembered in baseball as the majority owner of the Chico Heat, died Friday afternoon at the age of 79. The reported cause of death was complications from Parkinson’s disease. (more…)