Three local investors have reached an agreement to buy the Ottawa Champions from Miles Wolff, but the franchise’s future remains uncertain amidst debate over the lease to RCGT Park. (more…)
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Can-Am League, Frontier League Merger Announced
A major shakeup in the independent baseball landscape occurred Wednesday, as it was announced that five former Can-Am League teams will merge into the Frontier League. (more…)
Can-Am League Exploring Old Orchard Beach
The independent Can-Am League is exploring the possibility of a team in Old Orchard Beach, ME, with league representatives set to be in the city Thursday. (more…)
Ottawa Champions Sale in the Works
Owner Miles Wolff is working to sell the Ottawa Champions (independent; Can-Am League), a move that comes after a season that included the termination of the club’s original lease. (more…)
Should Ottawa Plan for MLB’s Potential Montreal Return?
With questions surrounding the future of the Ottawa Champions (independent; Can-Am League), some argue that the city should focus its effort on planning a farm club for a potential Montreal MLB franchise. (more…)
Ottawa Champions Lease Terminated; Will Rent Ballpark By the Hour
The Ottawa Champions (independent; Can-Am League) lease for RCGT Park has been terminated by the city after the team fell $418,942 in arrears, but the team will continue to operate on a per-hour arrangement in the meantime. (more…)
Can-Am League Forms Partnership with Empire League
The Can-Am League is partnering with fellow independent circuit Empire Professional Baseball League, as the Empire League’s All-Star Team to play four games against the Sussex County Miners. (more…)
Can-Am League Raises Salary Cap, Roster Sizes; In Search of New Markets
In an attempt to land new markets and new owners, the independent Can-Am League announced plans to increase the team roster size from 22 to 23 players and raise the salary cap accordingly. (more…)
Can-Am League Announces 2019 International Series
The independent Can-Am League has announced plans for its fourth-annual International Series, featuring the Cuban National Team and Japan’s Shikoku Island Team. This year marks the third time each team will play in the Can-Am League’s annual baseball showcase. (more…)
Can-Am League/Frontier League All-Star Game Set for 2019
Two independent leagues will square off in an All-Star Game in 2019, as plans have been announced for the first Can-Am League/Frontier League All-Star Game. The contest will take place at Palisades Credit Union Park, home of the Rockland Boulders (Can-Am League), on Wednesday, July 10. (more…)
Personnel News: Can-Am League, Bowie
We have personnel news to report from the independent Can-Am League and the Bowie Baysox (Class AA; Eastern League). (more…)
Boulders, Ramapo Seek More Revenue From Palisades Credit Union Park
The Rockland Boulders (independent; Can-Am League) and Ramapo, NY officials are trying to get more revenue from Palisades Credit Union Park, with a league change and more ballpark uses among their options. (more…)
Midseason Report Cards: Extra Innings Rules, Indy Pace of Play
Rule changes and experiments designed to shorten games and improve the pace of play in Minor League Baseball and the independent Can-Am League seem to be working, as we have results from the first half of the season. (more…)