The Potomac Nationals (High A; Carolina League) have sold naming rights to the playing field at their home ballpark, which is now known as Northwest Federal Field at Pfitzner Stadium. This is the result of a multi-year agreement with Northwest Federal Credit Union. (more…)
Tag Archives | High A
Suzie Cool to Appear on Select Salem Red Sox Broadcasts
The Salem Red Sox (High A; Carolina League) have announced that on-field host Suzie Cool will join Director of Broadcasting and Media Relations Ben Gellman on select broadcasts this season. According to the team, this makes Cool the first female broadcaster in Carolina League history. (more…)
Florida Fire Frogs Host Successful Free Beer Promo
In a twist on the usual beer promotions at ballparks, the Florida Fire Frogs (High A; Florida State League) recently found success by offering free beer. (more…)
Fayetteville Team Branding to Be Revealed This Summer
New branding for the current Buies Creek Astros (High A; Carolina League) is slated to be revealed this summer, ahead of the team’s 2019 move to a new Fayetteville ballpark. (more…)
Chris Paul Joins Winston-Salem Dash Ownership Group
Nine-time NBA All-Star Chris Paul has joined the ownership ranks of the Winston-Salem Dash (High A; Carolina League), giving the group a high-profile name with local ties. Currently a member of the Houston Rockets, Paul was born in Winston-Salem, graduated from West Forsyth High School in nearby Clemmons and attended Wake Forest University. (more…)
Salem Red Sox Extend Protective Netting
In a change to Haley Toyota Field for 2018, the Salem Red Sox (High A; Carolina League) have extended the ballpark’s protective netting. Installation has been completed in time for the team’s home opener on April 5 against the Buies Creek Astros. (more…)
Ports Promote Taylor McCarthy to GM Post
The Stockton Ports (High A; California League) have made a major personnel decision, promoting Taylor McCarthy to the General Manager position. The announcement came from Team President Pat Filippone. (more…)
Fayetteville Ballpark Budget: $37.8 Million
Originally estimated at $33 million, the budget for a new Fayetteville ballpark is now $37.8 million, with certain factors contributing to the increase. (more…)
Personnel News: Savannah, Frederick
We have personnel news to report from the Savannah Bananas (summer collegiate; Coastal Plain League) and the Frederick Keys (High A; Carolina League). (more…)
Personnel News: Bradenton, Delmarva
We have personnel news to report from the Bradenton Marauders (High A; Florida State League) and the Delmarva Shorebirds (Low A; Sally League). (more…)
Blue Rocks Extend Frawley Stadium Netting
The Wilmington Blue Rocks (High A; Carolina League) are unveiling extended netting at Frawley Stadium. Installation of the netting, which now runs to the end of both dugouts, was completed last week. (more…)
Stockton Ports Unveil PassPORT
The Stockton Ports (High A; California League) are the latest team to join the Ballpark Pass trend, unveiling their new PassPORT subscription. (more…)
Wilmington Blue Rocks Install LED Lights
The Wilmington Blue Rocks (High A; Carolina League) have announced the installation of LED field lights at Frawley Stadium for the 2018 season. The new system, built by Iowa’s Musco Lighting, will provide unprecedented illumination to Judy Johnson Field, its concourse and seating areas, and drastically reduce the team’s energy output. (more…)