Even though netting recommendations in MLB ballparks for 2016 weren’t mandated for Minor League Baseball teams, several MiLB clubs have announced changes for next season. (more…)
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New logos, branding for Norfolk Tides
Another offseason makeover, as the Norfolk Tides (Class AAA; International League) unveiled new logos, branding, uniforms, colors, caps and more for the 2016 season. (more…)
Frontier extends Red Wings naming rights deal
Frontier Communications is extending its Rochester Red Wings naming rights deal, ensuring the Class AAA International League team will be playing at Frontier Field for 10 more seasons. (more…)
Schwechheimer introduced as a Zephyrs owner
Two Lou Schwechheimer stories in two days! Today’s news: the former Pawtucket Red Sox (Class AAA; International League) co-owner was introduced as a new owner of the New Orleans Zephyrs (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League). (more…)
Louisville Bats unveil new look for 2016
We have a major upgrade in the look and branding for the Louisville Bats (Class AAA; International League), as the team unveils a totally new palette that brings the red and navy to Louisville Slugger Field. (more…)
AutoZone Park to host 2016 Triple-A Championship Game
AutoZone Park, home of the Memphis Redbirds, will host the 2016 Gildan Triple-A National Championship Game between Pacific Coast League and International League champs on Tuesday, September 20. (more…)
Big night for Chasers: charity, unis, PDC extension
Lots of news last night from the Omaha Storm Chasers (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) at the 5th Fest event: a PDC extension with the Kansas City Royals, new uniforms reflecting that relationship, and a rebranding of the team’s charitable organization. (more…)
Lucchino: All options for future PawSox ballpark on table
All options are on the table for the future of the Pawtucket Red Sox (Class AAA; International League), including a possible stay in Pawtucket, according to team chairman Larry Lucchino. (more…)
2015 Executive of the Year: Eric Edelstein
Turnarounds are challenging for established Minor League Baseball teams, but the change in fortunes for the Pacific Coast League’s Reno Aces earns President Eric Edelstein Ballpark Digest’s Executive of the Year Award for 2015. (more…)
Worcester group: We want PawSox
A nonprofit in Worcester (Mass.) says they are ready to talk new ballpark with the Pawtucket Red Sox (Class AAA; International League), should the team be ready to move away from Rhode Island. (more…)
Ruby permanent SWB GM; Olerud joins as COO
Personnel news from the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders (Class AAA; International League): Jeremy Ruby transitions from interim to outright general manager, while MiLB veteran Josh Olerud joins the team in a newly created chief operating officer position. (more…)
Pirates, Indians extend PDC to 2020
The Indianapolis Indians (Class AAA; International League) and the Pittsburgh Pirates extended their player-development contract (PDC) through the 2020 season. (more…)
Road map laid out for Texas League to Amarillo
There is a path for the Double-A Texas League to place a team at a new Amarillo ballpark, says league president Tom Kayser, but it will depend on a current team being displaced by a Triple-A team. (more…)