The Lake Elisnore Storm (High A; California League) have announced details on an extensive overhaul to seating options at The Diamond. Upgrades include changes to numerous levels of seating throughout the ballpark, including premium areas. (more…)
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Personnel News: Jacksonville, Visalia
We have some personnel news to report from the Visalia Rawhide (High A; Carolina League) and the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp (Class AA; Southern League). (more…)
Best of 2016: #1, Carolina/California League Shift
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, #1: The Carolina/California League realignment. (more…)
Rawhide Unveils All-Star Game Logo
The Visalia Rawhide have unveiled the logo for the 2017 California League All-Star Game. The Rawhide will host the contest at Recreation Park on Tuesday, June 20. (more…)
Rawhide Extend Recreation Park Lease
The Visalia Rawhide (High A; California League) have agreed to a one-year lease extension at Recreation Park, but are hoping to eventually sign a longer agreement. (more…)
Inland Empire 66ers Agree to New Lease
After some uncertainty surrounded the team’s future in San Bernardino, the Inland Empire 66ers (High A; California League) have agreed to a lease that runs until 2026. (more…)
Charlie Blaney, John Hopkins Share Warren Giles Award
Two league presidents will split this year’s Warren Giles Award, as Charlie Blaney of the High-A California League and John Hopkins of the High-A Carolina League are sharing the honor. The award will be presented by Minor League Baseball at the Baseball Winter Meetings Banquet on Sunday, December 4, at Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland. (more…)
JetHawks Now Affiliated with Rockies
The slate of affiliates at the High-A level is now complete, as the Lancaster JetHawks (California League) have agreed to a player development contract with the Colorado Rockies. The agreement between the two teams runs through the 2018 season. (more…)
Seat Upgrade Pitched for The Diamond
Pending city approval, the home of the Lake Elsinore Storm (High A; California League) will receive new seating before next season. (more…)
High Desert Mavericks End with Title
Last weekend brought a bittersweet ending in Minor League Baseball, as the High Desert Mavericks (High A; California League) ended their history with a league title. (more…)
Bakersfield Blaze Play Final Game
Monday night marked the end of an era, as the Bakersfield Blaze (High A; California League) played their final game. (more…)
Ports’ Mercedes to Play Nine Positions
Melvin Mercedes of the Stockton Ports (High A; California League) will join some rare company on Saturday, when he plays all nine positions. (more…)
New San Jose Ballpark to be Pitched
Talks are beginning for a new San Jose Giants (High A; California League) ballpark, as a proposal will be presented this week. (more…)