A new Spartanburg ballpark received final approvals from the South Carolina city, as more details have been revealed about Fifth Third Park, the future home of the relocating Down East Wood Ducks (Single-A; Carolina League). (more…)
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New Spartanburg ballpark development moves forward
A new Spartanburg ballpark development is moving forward, as the South Carolina city entered into an agreement with Johnson Development Associates on the $425-million multi-use project. (more…)
With loss of Wood Ducks, Kinston’s baseball future cloudy
Though it was inevitable the Down East Wood Ducks (Single-A; Carolina League) would be leaving Grainger Stadium by 2025, the city is bracing for yet another loss of affiliated ball and planning a future for baseball. (more…)
DBH buys Down East, Hickory; will move Wood Ducks to new downtown Spartanburg ballpark
The Texas Rangers are selling the Hickory Crawdads (High-A; Sally League) and Down East Wood Ducks (Single-A; Carolina League) to Diamond Baseball Holdings (DBH), with the plan to move the Wood Ducks to a new downtown Spartanburg ballpark. (more…)
Yet another run at a new Wilmington ballpark
We have yet another run as a new Wilmington ballpark, as the suburban town of Leland has been talking with developer REV Entertainment about a new entertainment district that could include pro baseball as the anchor. (more…)
Rangers return to Round Rock for 2021
The Texas Rangers will likely return to the Round Rock Express (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) and retain three other affiliates if today’s MiLB invites are accepted. (more…)
Wood Ducks, Kinston at Odds Over Grainger Stadium Scoreboard
Concerns over the current scoreboard at Grainger Stadium remain unresolved, as a funding request from the Down East Wood Ducks (High A; Carolina League) for a replacement has been tabled twice by Kinston officials. (more…)
Wood Ducks, Bacon Announce Brewery Partnerships
Now that the 2018 season is approaching, there are signs that the bond between baseball and craft beer will continue to strengthen. Two of the latest signs come from the Down East Wood Ducks (High A; Carolina League) and the Macon Bacon (summer collegiate; Coastal Plain League), both of whom have announced unique partnerships with local craft breweries. (more…)
2017 Best Logo/Branding: Down East Wood Ducks
In a season that saw multiple rebrands across Minor League Baseball, the Down East Wood Ducks (High A; Carolina League) snared the 2017 Ballpark Digest award for Best New Logo/Branding of the Year. Brandiose stepped in to help the team create what has become a beloved, signature look. (more…)
Grainger Stadium Slated for Upgrades
Highlighted by a new hospitality deck, the Down East Wood Ducks (High A; Carolina League) are slated to debut some new features at Grainger Stadium in 2018. (more…)
Carolina League Cancels Mills Cup Championship Series
With Hurricane Irma approaching the United States, the Carolina League has decided to cancel its 2017 Mills Cup Championship Series. The circuit will instead declare co-champions at the conclusion of its divisional round. (more…)
Down East Wood Ducks / Grainger Stadium
Over the years, Grainger Stadium has retained its status as a classic ballpark while simultaneously offering a comfortable experience for today’s fans. This trait has been evident over its history, and is as apparent as ever after the arrival of the Down East Wood Ducks (High A; Carolina League). (more…)
Down East Wood Ducks Arrive at Grainger Stadium
Monday marked the return of professional baseball to Grainger Stadium, as the Down East Wood Ducks (High A; Carolina League) played their home opener. (more…)