Discussions over future upgrades to the Elizabethon Twins‘ (Rookie; Appalachian League) Joe O’Brien Field are back on, as Elizabethton officials and the Minnesota Twins met this week. (more…)
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USPBL, Jimmy John’s Field Set for Year Three
On Friday, the independent United Shore Professional Baseball League (USPBL) will begin its third season at Jimmy John’s Field. (more…)
Cubs’ Tom Ricketts Invests in USL Club
Chicago Cubs chariman Tom Ricketts is entering professional soccer, as he has purchased majority ownership of an upcoming USL Chicago club. (more…)
The Corner Breaks Ground at Tiger Stadium Site
Redevelopment of the former Tiger Stadium site continues to take shape, as ground was broken Tuesday for The Corner development. (more…)
Public Weighs in on Proposed Chase Field Deal
With a key vote coming Wednesday, area residents have offered their opinions on a proposed deal between Maricopa County and the Arizona Diamondbacks over Chase Field. (more…)
Evans Concerned About The Diamond’s Condition
San Francisco Giants senior vice president and general manager Bobby Evans is expressing concern about the condition of The Diamond, home of the Richmond Flying Squirrels (Class AA; Eastern League). (more…)
Riverside Village Exceeding Financial Projections
Early financial returns from Riverside Village–a development that includes SRP Park, home of the Augusta GreenJackets (Low A; Sally League)–are exceeding expectations, according to a new report. (more…)
Nashua’s Holman Stadium Celebrating Anniversary
Holman Stadium achieves a milestone this year, as the home of the Nashua Silver Knights (summer collegiate; Futures Collegiate Baseball League) will celebrate the 80th anniversary of its first full season. (more…)
Bellmead Voters Approve Venue Tax for Ballpark
A proposed Bellmead ballpark for the Waco BlueCats (independent; Southwest League) cleared a hurdle Saturday, when voters approved a funding plan to cover future facility maintenance. (more…)
Modern Woodmen Park Prepped for Flood Crest
Despite predictions for a Mississippi River flood crest this week, the Quad Cities River Bandits (Low A; Midwest League) should play their homestand as scheduled, thanks to work completed at Modern Woodmen Park. (more…)
Grand Forks Eyed By Expedition League
Grand Forks, ND could eventually land a franchise in the summer collegiate Expedition League, with circuit officials confirming their interest in the city. (more…)
Recent California Court Ruling Could Affect MiLB Player Wages
In a totally unrelated case, the California Supreme Court made a ruling on contractors vs. employees that could end up affect an ongoing legal battle over back Minor League Baseball player wages. (more…)
Boone on Board With Yankees-Red Sox Series in London
The idea of a New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox series in London has at least one notable backer, as Yankees manager Aaron Boone is showing his support. (more…)