The Peoria Chiefs (High-A; Midwest League) will help pay for MLB-mandated Dozer Park upgrades after a five-year extension of the ballpark’s naming-rights deal with Caterpillar Inc. (more…)
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MiLB facility issues continue
We’re seeing more and more teams reckon with MiLB facility issues after MLB’s takeover of the sport. The latest: the Peoria Chiefs (High-A Central), facing millions in mandated Dozer Park renovations. (more…)
River Bandits June 4-6 Home Series Shifting to Peoria
Due to high water surrounding Modern Woodmen Park, the Quad Cities River Bandits (Low A; Midwest League) are shifting a June 4-6 home series against the Peoria Chiefs to Peoria’s Dozer Park. The ballpark remains unaffected by the flood waters, but due to the recent flooding across River Drive there is no unimpeded access for fans, players and staff. (more…)
Timber Rattlers Shift Home Series to Peoria’s Dozer Park
With heavy snowfall making their home ballpark unusable, the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers (Low A; Midwest League) will host an upcoming home series at Peoria’s Dozer Park. (more…)
Vonachen Steps Down From Peoria Chiefs
Rocky Vonachen is stepping down as president of the Peoria Chiefs (Low A; Midwest League), saying that he’s ready to be done with the daily grind of running a Minor League Baseball team. (more…)
New for 2013: Dozer Park
The Peoria Chiefs (Low Class A; Midwest League) have sold naming ballpark rights to Caterpillar under a 10-year, $2-million deal, with result being Dozer Park. “The company was founded on the bulldozer,” said Jim Baumgartner, Director of Corporate Affairs. “We wanted to choose something that represents Caterpillar’s heritage but also represents Peoria. This is our […]