After spending the past 13 seasons with the team, Shane Tritz has stepped down from his post as Vice President/General Manager of the Sioux City Explorers (independent; American Association). (more…)
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Can-Am League Raises Salary Cap, Roster Sizes; In Search of New Markets
In an attempt to land new markets and new owners, the independent Can-Am League announced plans to increase the team roster size from 22 to 23 players and raise the salary cap accordingly. (more…)
Routine Field Opening Delayed Until June 24
Constructions delays are forcing the first five series for the expansion Milwaukee Milkmen (independent; American Association) to be moved from Routine Field to Kokomo Municipal Stadium, home of the Kokomo Jackrabbits (summer collegiate; Northwoods League). (more…)
Controversial Pitching Mound Experiment Pushed Back to 2020
The most controversial experimental rule developed by Major League Baseball for use in the independent Atlantic League has been delayed back to the second half of the 2020 season, while other changes will be implemented gradually. (more…)
High Desert Yardbirds to Play on Mostly Grass Field
Adelanto Stadium will use a mostly grass field for High Desert Yardbirds (independent; Pecos League) games this season, an arrangement intended to more easily accommodate soccer and other uses. (more…)
Martinez Clippers Will Not Return in 2019
The Martinez Clippers (independent; Pacific Association) will fold after just one season amidst ownership issues, but Pacific Association officials are not ruling out a return to the market down the road. (more…)
New Shaw Park Land Lease on Tap for Goldeyes
With the current land lease set to expire in 2023, the city of Winnipeg and the Winnipeg Goldeyes (independent; American Association) ownership are set to discuss whether to extend the current $1/year lease. (more…)
Royse City Ballpark in Question
The status of a new Royse City, TX ballpark for the Royse City Griffins (independent; Southwest League) is said to be in limbo, with financing difficulties complicating its status. (more…)
Ducks Unveil 20th Anniversary Season Uniform
In honor of their milestone 20th anniversary season, the Long Island Ducks (independent; Atlantic League) will wear specialty jerseys during select home games in 2019. (more…)
York Revolution Ownership Group Expanded
The York Revolution ownership group has expanded for 2019, as the independent Atlantic League team adds new faces to the ranks. (more…)
MLB, Atlantic League Unveil Experiential Rule and Equipment Changes
Several rule and equipment changes will be tested in the Atlantic League by Major League Baseball in 2019, including TrackMan-assisted umpires and new mound visit limits. This is part of a new partnership between the two leagues. (more…)
Joshua E. Schaub Named New American Association Commissioner
The independent American Association has announced the appointment of Joshua E. Schaub as its new commissioner, effective immediately. Schaub will assume the role immediately and succeed league founder Miles Wolff, who retired at the end of 2018 after 13 seasons as Commissioner. (more…)
2019 American Association All-Star Game Logo Unveiled
The St. Paul Saints have unveiled the 2019 American Association All-Star Game logo, an emblem inspired by the city’s flag that pays tribute to St. Paul’s baseball history. The team has also announced that CHS (a global agribusiness based in Inver Grove Heights, MN and naming-rights sponsor for CHS Field) will partner to present the All-Star Game, a two-day event […]