Monday night marked a milestone for the Milwaukee Milkmen (independent; American Association), as the team played its first game at the brand-new Routine Field. (more…)
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Patriots Draw 6,000-Plus Fans for Six Straight Games
Over the stretch of June 7 through June 16, the Somerset Patriots (independent; Atlantic League) welcomed six straight crowds of over 6,000 fans to TD Bank Ballpark. (more…)
BB&T Point: A New Anchor in Downtown High Point
When plans were announced to place an independent Atlantic League team in North Carolina, it seemed like a real long shot to many industry insiders. With the opening of BB&T Point in downtown High Point, independent baseball joins the many baseball options in the Piedmont Triad. (more…)
Skeeters Unveil Manager for a Day Father’s Day Promo
The Sugar Land Skeeters (independent; Atlantic League) have announced the Most Valuable Dad “Manager for a Day” giveaway package, a Father’s Day offering that includes the chance for a father to spend three innings in the Skeeters dugout during their June 16 game. (more…)
Routine Field to Feature Leinenkugel’s Hop Yard
The Milwaukee Milkmen (independent; American Association) have unveiled plans for Leinenkugel’s Hop Yard, a unique space at the team’s upcoming Routine Field. ROC Ventures, developer of Routine Field and owner of the Milwaukee Milkmen, made the partnership and naming rights announcement for the venue this week. (more…)
Atlantic League Tests Trackman System
When the Somerset Patriots hosted the High Point Rockers last Thursday, it marked the independent Atlantic League‘s first test of a Trackman system to assist home plate umpires. (more…)
At CHS Field: St. Paul, City of Baseball
With the opening of a new City of Baseball Museum at CHS Field, the St. Paul Saints (independent; American Association) extend the Minnesota capital’s rich diamond history in an entertaining ballpark space. (more…)
New for 2019: DuPage Medical Group Field
The Joliet Slammers (independent; Frontier League) and DuPage Medical Group have struck a multi-year partnership that includes naming rights to the newly minted DuPage Medical Group Field. (more…)
Emphasis on Entertainment Key to LaGrave Field Revival
With plans to revive LaGrave Field and the Fort Worth Cats taking shape, backers believe an emphasis on family entertainment will be crucial to make the endeavor a success. (more…)
New for 2019: Saints Mascot Daenerys Hoggaryen
The St. Paul Saints (independent; American Association) are introducing a new ball pig at CHS Field for the 2019 season, as Daenerys Hoggaryen has been unveiled by the team. (more…)
LaGrave Field Agreement Could Pave Way for Cats’ Return
The effort to revive LaGrave Field and the Fort Worth Cats is moving forward, as a foundation will take over and repair the shuttered ballpark under a new lease. (more…)
Boomers Unveil New Food and Beverage Options
The Schaumburg Boomers (independent; Frontier League) are offering new food and beverage options at Boomers Stadium this season, including a new Jim Beam Club and other additions. (more…)
Joliet Slammers Complete Ballpark Upgrades
The Joliet Slammers (independent; Frontier League) have made several upgrades to Joliet Route 66 Stadium for the 2019 season, their first covered by a lease extension approved last year. (more…)