During a time of need, the Quad Cities River Bandits (Low A; Midwest League) stepped up in a big way to help flood relief efforts, earning the 2019 Commitment to Charity Award in the annual Ballpark Digest awards. (more…)
Tag Archives | dave heller
Heller: Spinners Committed to Lowell
While the impending arrival of Triple-A baseball in nearby Worcester, MA could pose new challenges for the Lowell Spinners (Short Season A; NY-Penn League), owner Dave Heller is emphasizing the team’s commitment to the market. (more…)
Heller: River Bandits Aren’t Going Anywhere
Although flooding has affected their 2019 schedule, Quad Cities River Bandits (Low A; Midwest League) owner Dave Heller is emphasizing that the organization is not leaving Modern Woodmen Park. (more…)
Billings Mustangs Add New Videoboard for 2019 Season
New for the Billings Mustangs (Rookie; Pioneer League) in their 12th season at Dehler Park: A 16mm high-def videoboard, replacing the board originally installed when the ballpark opened. (more…)
Stadium1, Main Street Baseball Announce Tech Partnership
Stadium1 is proud to announce that Main Street Baseball, operators of four Minor League Baseball teams, has selected Stadium1 Software as its POS and technology platform provider for ballpark operations. (more…)
River Bandits Donate $100,000 to Genesis Health System
The Quad Cities River Bandits (Low A; Midwest League) donated $100,000 to Genesis Health System on Friday, continuing one of the more robust charitable efforts in Minor League Baseball. (more…)
2018 Best Marketing TV Spot: Quad Cities River Bandits
In the best Minor League baseball marketing television spots, teams create unique ads that not only promote their brand but connect it to the community. We highlight the best in our Ballpark Digest annual awards for 2018 Marketing TV Spot of the Year (more…)
Quad Cities River Bandits Award Bandit Scholars For 2018
The Quad Cities River Bandits (Low A; Midwest League) announced the three scholarship winners for the Bandit Scholars program during Saturday’s game at Modern Woodmen Park. (more…)
Jonathan Harris New Main Street Baseball COO
Main Street Baseball, owner of four Minor League Baseball teams, announced the hiring of Jonathan Harris as Chief Operating Officer (COO), a new position for the firm. (more…)
River Bandits Donate $100,000 to Genesis Foundation
The Quad Cities River Bandits (Low A; Midwest League) have fulfilled their $100,000 pledge to the Genesis Foundation, as the team presented its donation on Wednesday. That donation includes 100% of all profits from the Genesis Kidz Koaster as well as fifty cents from each wide of the Ferris Wheel, Drop-N-Twist, Spinning Bumper Cars, Kiddie Train, and River […]
Best Ballpark Improvement (Under $1M): Modern Woodmen Park Amusements
In a ballpark already known for a Ferris Wheel and other amusements, it takes a lot to stand out. The Quad Cities River Bandits added another set of unique amusements to a formerly dead part of Modern Woodmen Park, earning Ballpark Digest’s 2017 Award for Best Ballpark Improvement Under $1 Million. (more…)
LeLacheur Park Upgrades Taking Shape
The Lowell Spinners (Short Season A; NY-Penn League) continue to plan upgrades to LeLacheur Park, with upcoming changes covering both fan and player amenities. (more…)
Best of the Ballparks 2017, Short Season-A: LeLacheur Park
With over 13,400 voters weighing in on the top ballparks in MiLB Short Season-A baseball, LeLacheur Park, home of the Lowell Spinners, was the winner in the third-annual Best of the Ballparks 2017 fan vote. (more…)