The annual Jackie Robinson Celebration Game will return to Historic Dodgertown on April 15, featuring a Florida State League contest between the St. Lucie Mets and Fort Myers Miracle. (more…)
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Dunedin Blue Jays Setting up Shop at Jack Russell Stadium
Minor League Baseball will be returning to a familiar Florida ballpark this year. With Dunedin Stadium undergoing renovations, the Dunedin Blue Jays (High A; Florida State League) will play the bulk of their home schedule at Clearwater’s Jack Russell Memorial Stadium—the former spring training home of the Philadelphia Phillies. (more…)
Fort Myers Miracle Undergo Ownership Change
An ownership change has taken place for the Fort Myers Miracle, as Andrew Kaufmann (Kaufy Baseball, LLC) has acquired the controlling interest in the club. He will be the new managing owner, effective immediately. (more…)
Personnel News: Daytona, Hagerstown
We have personnel news to report from the Daytona Tortugas (High A; Florida State League) and the Hagerstown Suns (Low A; Sally League). (more…)
Synthetic Turf Field Slated for Jackie Robinson Ballpark
A synthetic turf field will be installed prior to the 2019 season at Jackie Robinson Ballpark, the home of the Daytona Tortugas (High A; Florida State League). (more…)
Ken Carson to Retire After 2019 Season
Ken Carson, President of the High A Florida State League, has announced that he plans to retire after the 2019 season, what will be his 43rd year in professional baseball. (more…)
Jason Adams Named Clearwater Threshers GM
Jason Adams has been named the new General Manager of the Clearwater Threshers (High A; Florida State League), while the team has also announced several other staffing promotions. (more…)
Miracle, Twins Extend Affiliation Through 2022 Season
The Fort Myers Miracle (High A; Florida State League) will remain an affiliate of the Minnesota Twins through the 2022 season, as the clubs have announced a four-year player development contract extension. The teams also announced a continuation of their relationship regarding Spring Training through the 2022 season. (more…)
Tortugas, Reds Extend Affiliation Through 2020
The Daytona Tortugas (High A; Florida State League) and Cincinnati Reds are extending their affiliation through the 2020 season, as they have finalized a two-year renewal of their player development contract. (more…)
Threshers to Become Beach Dogs For What Could Have Been Night
In honor of What Could Have Been Night, the Clearwater Threshers (High A; Florida State League) will play as the Clearwater Beach Dogs on August 24. As part of the promotion, Spectrum Field will transform into the home of the Beach Dogs with new and unique game jerseys and hats, concession offerings, in-park branding, and team store merchandise. (more…)
First Data Field Renovations Might Not Finish Until 2021
With St. Lucie County and the New York Mets still trying to finalize a scaled-down plan, upcoming First Data Field renovations might not conclude until 2021. (more…)
Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium to Host 2019 FSL All-Star Game
Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium, home of the Palm Beach Cardinals and Jupiter Hammerheads, will host the 2019 Florida State League All-Star Game. All-Star Weekend will begin on Friday, June 14, with the All-Star Game scheduled for Saturday, June 15. (more…)
Best of the Ballparks 2018: High-A, Finals
We’ll have a new champion in the Best of the Ballparks 2018, High-A fan vote, as LECOM Park (Bradenton Marauders) will face off against BB&T Ballpark (Winston-Salem Dash) in the final round. So you know what to do: vote! (more…)