An effort to build a new Greenville, TX ballpark is underway, as developer Kent Stainback is proposing it as an anchor of upcoming mixed-use development. (more…)
Archive | Independent Baseball
Videoboard Highlights 2019 Regency Furniture Stadium Upgrades
The Southern Maryland Blue Crabs (independent; Atlantic League) are preparing to debut Regency Furniture Stadium‘s latest upgrades, highlighted by a new videoboard. (more…)
SPIRE Sun Deck Added to CHS Field
The St. Paul Saints (independent; American Association) are adding a rooftop group entertainment space to CHS Field, as the team will debut the SPIRE Sun Deck next month. Located on top of the recently constructed City of Baseball Museum, the deck is named as part of an agreement that makes SPIRE the exclusive financial partner of the Saints. (more…)
BB&T, SunTrust Working on Central Brand
As part of a pending merger, BB&T and SunTrust are working with Interbrand to create a central identity that could soon be applied to several ballparks. (more…)
Shane Tritz Steps Down From Explorers Post
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…)
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…)