A potential Boomers Stadium ownership change took a step forward this week, as Schaumburg officials moved closer to assuming full ownership of the Schaumburg Boomers (independent; Frontier League) home. (more…)
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Lease With Prospective T-Bones Owner Approved
The prospective owner of the Kansas City T-Bones (independent; American Association) has lined up use of Just Bats Field at T-Bones Stadium, as Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City officials approved a lease Thursday. (more…)
Saints Named American Association 2019 Organization of the Year
The St. Paul Saints have been named the independent American Association‘s Organization of the Year, marking the fifth consecutive time they have won the award. (more…)
Ottawa Champions Sold, But Future Still Uncertain
Three local investors have reached an agreement to buy the Ottawa Champions from Miles Wolff, but the franchise’s future remains uncertain amidst debate over the lease to RCGT Park. (more…)
UG To Consider Lease with Prospective T-Bones Owner
After evicting the Kansas City T-Bones (independent; American Association) this week, Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City will consider a new ballpark lease with a prospective ownership group led by a local businessman. (more…)
Can-Am League, Frontier League Merger Announced
A major shakeup in the independent baseball landscape occurred Wednesday, as it was announced that five former Can-Am League teams will merge into the Frontier League. (more…)
T-Bones Evicted; Team Says Sale is Eminent
The Kansas City T-Bones (independent; American Association) were physically evicted today from their home, JustBats Field at T-Bones Stadium, with Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City padlocking the doors. (more…)
Pawtucket, State Officials Closing in on McCoy Stadium Decision
Pawtucket and Rhode Island officials could soon make a decision on the future of McCoy Stadium, current home of the soon-to-relocate Pawtucket Red Sox (Class AAA; International League). (more…)
Schaumburg Could Pursue Full Boomers Stadium Ownership
In a move that could make future ballpark improvements easier, Schaumburg officials could pursue full ownership of Boomers Stadium, home of the Schaumburg Boomers (independent; Frontier League). (more…)
New Britain Bees Not Expected to Compete in Atlantic League in 2020
The New Britain Bees will field a team in 2020, but the club’s status in the independent Atlantic League is uncertain amidst reports that it could compete in another circuit next season. (more…)
In Memoriam: Bill Terlecky
Baseball lifer and North Shore Navigators (summer collegiate; Futures Collegiate Baseball League) GM Bill Terlecky has passed away after a long battle with cancer. (more…)
Florence Freedom to Rebrand
With the first offseason of new ownership underway, the Florence Freedom (independent; Frontier League) are moving forward with plans to rebrand for the 2020 season. (more…)
Presenting the Ballparks of the Decade
With the 2019 season wrapping up and 2020 on the horizon, it’s a good time to look back on the last decade of new ballparks and their impact on the game. Here are our choices for the Ballparks of the Decade, listed by classification. (more…)