What a crappy 2020: Miss Lou Lou Gehrig, the last remaining bat dog for the Greensboro Grasshoppers (Low A; Sally League) who served in that role for 8 seasons, died Monday night after a brief illness. She was 9 years old. (more…)
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Hotel on Tap Near First National Bank Field
The area surrounding First National Bank Field in downtown Greensboro is set for more new construction, as a local developer announces plans to build a 12-story hotel. (more…)
Office Tower at First National Bank Field is a Go
A new nine-floor building at First National Bank Field, home of the Greensboro Grasshoppers (Low A; Sally League), is now a reality, as over two years of work on the project yields the first new downtown tower in decades. (more…)
First National Bank Field Naming Rights Extended
The Greensboro Grasshoppers (Low A; Sally League) and First National Bank have announced an extension of their naming-rights agreement for First National Bank Field. (more…)
Grasshoppers, Pirates Announce Affiliation
There has been a major affiliation shift at the Low-A level, as the Greensboro Grasshoppers (Low A; Sally League) have announced a player development contract (PDC) with the Pittsburgh Pirates. The two-year agreement runs through the 2020 season. (more…)
In Memoriam: Miss Babe Ruth
Miss Babe Ruth, bat dog for the Greensboro Grasshoppers (Low A; Sally League) for almost 10 seasons, passed away last night after a four-month battle with cancer. She was 12. (more…)
Personnel News: Lexington County, Greensboro
We have personnel news to report from the Lexington County Blowfish (summer collegiate; Coastal Plain League) and the Greensboro Grasshoppers (Low A; Sally League). (more…)
Editor’s Choice Award: National Eclipse Games
On August 21, many teams around baseball staged games and viewing parties to observe the National Eclipse. By seizing the opportunity to host a game in honor of this rare event, these teams created a memorable day in baseball that is being recognized by Ballpark Digest. (more…)
In Memoriam: Master Yogi Berra
Some sad news to report: Master Yogi Berra, bat dog for the Greensboro Grasshoppers (Low A; Sally League), passed away peacefully today from cancer at age 9. (more…)
Promotions Watch: Collaborative Promotions
Across Minor League Baseball this season, one of the most apparent trends is that of collaborative promotions. An effort between two teams, collaborative promotions have yielded some of the more original ideas of the 2017 season, something that will be highlighted in this edition of Promotions Watch. (more…)
Nine-Story Office Building Slated for Grasshoppers Home
A nine-story, 111,869-square-foot Class A office building is slated to be built just outside the gates of First National Bank Field, home of the Greensboro Grasshoppers (Low A; Sally League), with a new ballpark entrance as part of the design. (more…)
Grasshoppers, Chiefs Place Wager on Promotions
The Greensboro Grasshoppers (Low A; Sally League) and the Syracuse Chiefs (Class AAA; International League) have revealed a wager on their competing Jim Boeheim-related promotions. (more…)
Grasshoppers Announce Jim Boeheim (No) Value Night
In light of recent remarks from Syracuse men’s basketball head coach Jim Boeheim, the Greensboro Grasshoppers (Low A; Sally League) have announced Jim Boeheim (No) Value Night. The promotion, which will be held on April 11, is announced after Boeheim stated, among other candid remarks, that there is “no value” in playing the ACC tournament in Greensboro. (more…)