We end 2016 with a countdown of the 10 biggest stories of the year on Ballpark Digest, as chosen by editors and partially based on page views. Today, #4: A ballpark proposal in San Antonio that could have reshaped multiple leagues. (more…)
Archive | Awards
Best of 2016: #5, Columbia Fireflies
We end 2016 with a countdown of the 10 biggest stories of the year on Ballpark Digest, as chosen by editors and partially based on page views. Today, #5: The debut of the Columbia Fireflies. (more…)
Best of 2016: #6, Rebranding
We end 2016 with a countdown of the 10 biggest stories of the year on Ballpark Digest, as chosen by editors and partially based on page views. Today, #6: Rebranding. (more…)
Best of 2016: #7, Oakland A’s Ballpark Quest
We end 2016 with a countdown of the 10 biggest stories of the year on Ballpark Digest, as chosen by editors and partially based on page views. Today, #7: The Oakland A’s quest for a new ballpark amid financial pressure from Major League Baseball. (more…)
Best of 2016: #8, Rays Continue Ballpark Search
We end 2016 with a countdown of the 10 biggest stories of the year on Ballpark Digest, as chosen by editors and partially based on page views. Today, #8: The Tampa Bay Rays continuing ballpark search. (more…)
Best of 2016: #9, Spring Training Overhauls
We end 2016 with a countdown of the 10 biggest stories of the year on Ballpark Digest, as chosen by editors and partially based on page views. Today, #9: Spring training facility overhauls. (more…)
Best of 2016: #10, Savannah Bananas
We end 2016 with a countdown of the 10 biggest stories of the year on Ballpark Digest, as chosen by editors and partially based on page views. Today, #10: the successful inaugural season of the Savannah Bananas. (more…)
Thanks to All For a Great Winter Meetings!
The 2016 Baseball Winter Meetings and Trade Show are winding down in Washington’s National Harbor area, and we want to thank everyone who made our time there truly, truly rewarding. (more…)
2016 Best Food Item: Parmageddon
The ability of a ballpark food item to stand out comes down not only to its taste, but its unique characteristics. A meal that reflects its surroundings by drawing inspiration from local taste and culture always resonates, giving fans a memorable alternative to standard ballpark fare. (more…)
2016 Organization of the Year: Main Street Baseball
Across Minor League Baseball, many ownership groups bring a level of quality to their operations year in and year out. Main Street Baseball has always been among the standout organizations, but took it to another level in 2016, earning our 2016 Organization of the Year Award. (more…)
2016 Editor’s Choice Award: Fort Bragg Field
They built it, and they came. But this was no ordinary Field of Dreams. This was the “Field of Thanks.” (more…)
2016 Team of the Year: Birmingham Barons
There is something to be said for consistency, and how some Minor League Baseball teams excel at attracting fans year in and year out. One of the best examples of this trend is the Birmingham Barons (Class AA; Southern League), who outdid themselves in 2016, earning Ballpark Digest’s 2016 Team of the Year Award. (more…)
2016 Executive of the Year: Chris Allen
Any season in which a team posts a new attendance record is generally a good one. While that was the case for many teams in 2016, the Tennessee Smokies (Class AA; Southern League) continued to further their success under team president and COO Chris Allen. (more…)