A sign that life does indeed go on: The St. Paul Saints (independent; American Association) have launched their annual Name the Pig Contest in preparation for the 2020 season. (more…)
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USPBL postpones season opener to May 29
The independent United Shore Professional Baseball League (USPBL) is delaying its 2020 season opener from May 8 to May 29 in response to stay-at-home guidelines forced by the national coronavirus pandemic. (more…)
Frontier League postpones 2020 season
The independent Frontier League has delayed the start to its 2020 season due to uncertainty surrounding the coronavirus pandemic and when crowds will be allowed to gather once again this year. (more…)
Saints boost charitable giving in face of coronavirus pandemic
The St. Paul Saints (independent; American Association) are responding to the coronavirus pandemic in a typically charitable way: by increasing their already high levels of contributions to area nonprofits. (more…)
Atlantic League Delaying 2020 Season
Citing new recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in the effort to combat the coronavirus pandemic, the independent Atlantic League will delay the start of its 2020 season. (more…)
Kansas City T-Bones Plot Future Under New Ownership
With new ownership at the helm, the Kansas City T-Bones (independent; American Association) are plotting a future they say will include ballpark upgrades and a refined fan experience. (more…)
Somerset Patriots Extending TD Bank Ballpark Netting
The Somerset Patriots (independent; Atlantic League) will extend protective netting at TD Bank Ballpark, as the team announces that it will complete the project prior to the 2020 season. (more…)
BB&T Point Could Land Pro Soccer Team
A professional soccer club could join the High Point Rockers (independent; Atlantic League) at BB&T Point, as discussions are underway about placing a USL League One team at the facility. (more…)
Revised Boomers Stadium Lease Takes Shape
The Schaumburg Boomers (independent; Frontier League) and the Village of Schaumburg have worked out proposed revisions to their Boomers Stadium lease, and both sides say they’re happy with the terms. (more…)
Wild Things to Host 2020 Frontier League All-Star Game
The Washington Wild Things will host the 2020 Frontier League All-Star Game, as the club will welcome the independent circuit’s annual event in mid-July. The All Star week celebration begins July 13 with the game being played on July 15. (more…)
New for 2020: Florence Y’alls
A rebranding of the former Florence Freedom is now complete, as the club has officially become the Florence Y’alls (independent; Frontier League) in a nod to a local landmark. (more…)
New Constellation Field Videoboard on Tap
The Sugar Land Skeeters (independent; Atlantic League) will install a new LED videoboard at Constellation Field, marking a notable upgrade for the 2020 season. The Skeeters will also be installing a new ribbon video board in left field. (more…)
Brewery on Tap Near New Gastonia Ballpark
Plans are moving forward to open a brewery across from an upcoming downtown Gastonia, NC ballpark, providing an early sign of economic activity in the area. (more…)