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…)
Tag Archives | Down East Wood Ducks
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…)
Down East Wood Ducks Unveil Logos
After months of anticipation, logos for the upstart Down East Wood Ducks (High A; Carolina League) have been unveiled. (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…)
Best of 2016: #6, Rebranding
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, #6: Rebranding. (more…)
Grainger Stadium Upgrades Pushed Back to 2018
Improvements to Grainger Stadium, set to host a new Carolina League team owned by the Texas Rangers in 2017, were mostly pushed back to 2018 due to a lack of acceptable bids and delays caused by Hurricane Matthew. (more…)
New for 2017: Down East Wood Ducks
The name of Kinston, NC’s new High-A Carolina League franchise will be the Down East Wood Ducks. Wood Ducks was selected from a recent name the team contest; logos will be revealed at a later date. (more…)