History was made this weekend in affiliated baseball after David Denson, currently with the Helena Brewers (rookie; Pioneer League) announced to the world he was gay after coming out last month to his teammates. (more…)
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Helena, Brewers extend player-development contract through 2018
The Helena Brewers (rookie; Pioneer League) and the Milwaukee Brewers extended their player-development contract (PDC) through the 2018 season. It was set to expire this season. “Our affiliation with the Helena Brewers has been very positive and we’re excited to extend our player development contract with the franchise,” said Brewers Vice President-Assistant General Manager Gord […]
Hudson new GM for Inland Empire 66ers
The Inland Empire 66ers (High Class A; California League) have a new general manager: Joe Hudson, who has been a part of the 66ers organization since 2001. “I am extremely excited and honored at the opportunity given to me by Dave (Elmore) and Donna (Tuttle),” Hudson said. “I am a native of San Bernardino and […]
Milwaukee, Helena extend PDC
The Milwaukee Brewers and the Helena Brewers (rookie; Pioneer League) announced a two-year player development contract extension through the 2014 season. “We are excited to extend our player development contract with the Helena franchise,” said Reid Nichols, Brewers Special Assistant to the General Manager/Director of Player Development/Training Center. “The Helena front office, led by President/General […]
Casper Cutthroats open season; will it be a short tenure?
The Casper Cutthroats (summer collegiate; Mountain Collegiate Baseball League) made their debut last night at Mike Lansing Field to a big crowd — which may attract MiLB interest. As you’ll recall, Mike Lansing Field was available this summer after the Casper Ghosts (rookie; Pioneer League) were purchased by the Monfort brothers (owners of the Colorado Rockies) […]
Pioneer League back to Casper?
Representatives from an unnamed rookie Pioneer League team are visiting Mike Lansing Field, former home of the Casper Ghosts, to discuss a possible move for 2013. The Ghosts moved to Grand Junction, Col. this offseason after the team was purchased last year by the Monfort brothers, the owners of the Colorado Rockies. The visit is […]
Brewers, Helena extend PDC for two more years
The Milwaukee Brewers announced today a two-year player development contract extension with the Helena Brewers of the rookie Pioneer League through the 2012 season. “We are very pleased to extend our player development contract with the Helena Brewers,” said Brewers Executive Vice President and General Manager Doug Melvin. “The Pioneer League provides a competitive experience […]
Kindrick Field / Helena Brewers
Kindrick Field is a classic Montana stadium, with a wooden covered grandstand the focal point of the stadium. It’s a fairly compact facility, so you’re never too far away from the action. And with the city and a nearby mountain serving as the backdrop past the outfield fence, you could argue that Kindrick Field is […]