Routine Baseball has filed a lawsuit against Milwaukee Milkmen (independent; American Association) ownership, contending that it never formally granted permission for use of its branding at Routine Field. (more…)
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Study Group: Sioux Falls Stadium Should be Demolished, Eventually
A study group is recommending that Sioux Falls Stadium, home of the Sioux Falls Canaries (independent; American Association), eventually be demolished. (more…)
Kansas City T-Bones Evicted from Ballpark
On Monday, the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City Kansas announced that it is evicting the Kansas City T-Bones (independent; American Association) from JustBats Field at T-Bones Stadium, citing default on rent and utility payments. (more…)
Last Call for 2019 Ballpark Digest Award Nominations
Today is the last day to submit for nominations for the annual Ballpark Digest Awards, covering the 2019 season. And we want to hear from you! (more…)
River City Rascals to Cease Operations
River City Rascals (independent; Frontier League) ownership has informed O’Fallon, MO officials that the team will cease operations at the end of 2019, wrapping up a 21-year run at CarShield Field. (more…)
Deadline for 2019 Ballpark Digest Award Nominations One Week Away
A deadline of August 14 for nominations for the annual Ballpark Digest Awards, covering the 2019 season, is just one week away. And we want to hear from you! (more…)
Blu to Become York Revolution Team Dog
The York Revolution (independent; Atlantic League) have announced that Blu, a six-month-old Siberian Husky, will succeed the retiring Boomer as team dog at the conclusion of the 2019 season. Fans will get their first chance to meet the incoming four-legged ambassador of Revs Time on Sunday, August 18. (more…)
More Study Recommended on Sioux Falls Stadium Future
A study group tasked with exploring the future of several facilities is poised to recommend further evaluation of Sioux Falls Stadium, the aging home of the Sioux Falls Canaries (independent; American Association). (more…)
Viola Criticizes Results of Atlantic League-MLB Partnership
An experiential partnership between Major League Baseball and the independent Atlantic League is drawing a prominent critic, as High Point Rockers pitching coach Frank Viola is expressing his frustration with the results. (more…)
Atlantic League Could Land in New Gastonia Ballpark
Professional independent baseball could supplant summer-collegiate league action in Gastonia, NC, as city officials are strongly considering a bid to field an Atlantic League team at an upcoming ballpark. (more…)
Deadline Approaching for 2019 Ballpark Digest Awards Nominations
A deadline of August 14 is approaching for nominations for the annual Ballpark Digest Awards, covering the 2019 season. And we want to hear from you! (more…)
Should Ottawa Plan for MLB’s Potential Montreal Return?
With questions surrounding the future of the Ottawa Champions (independent; Can-Am League), some argue that the city should focus its effort on planning a farm club for a potential Montreal MLB franchise. (more…)
Ducks to Host 20th Anniversary Celebration Friday
The Long Island Ducks (independent; Atlantic League) will recognize a significant milestone on Friday, August 2, when they host their 20th Anniversary Celebration. (more…)