Another ballpark naming-rights deal adjusted after the merger of BB&T Bank and SunTrust: the home of the High Point Rockers (independent; Atlantic League) is now Truist Point, as the BB&T Point name is replaced. (more…)
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Baseball in the Time of Coronavirus
How quickly things change. Four days ago, we were ready to jump on an airplane and attend spring-training games in Arizona; today we’re confronting a suspended season and the very real possibility we won’t see live baseball until Memorial Day. (more…)
Personnel News: High Point, Buffalo
We have personnel news to report from the High Point Rockers (independent; Atlantic League) and the Buffalo Bisons (Class AAA; International League). (more…)
Personnel News: Gary, Idaho Falls
We have personnel news to report from the Gary SouthShore RailCats (independent; American Association) and the Idaho Falls Chukars (Rookie; Pioneer League). (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…)
St. Paul Saints Announce Astro the Grouch Giveaway
In an apparent nod to the Houston Astros sign-stealing scandal, the St. Paul Saints (independent; American Association) will giveaway Astro the Grouch talking bobbleheads on July 31. (more…)
Lafayette Issues RFP for Tenant to New Ballpark
Lafayette, IN has issued a request for proposals (RFP) for teams interested in occupying its new ballpark, leaving questions about whether the Lafayette Aviators (summer collegiate; Prospect League) will ultimately use the facility. (more…)
Atlantic League Reaction to ABS Technology Mixed
In reflecting on the 2019 season, on-field personnel in the independent Atlantic League collectively has mixed feelings on the effectiveness of automated ball-strike technology and the potential for its use in MLB. (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…)
Personnel News: New Jersey, Columbia
We have personnel news to report from the New Jersey Jackals (independent; Frontier League) and the Columbia Fireflies (Low A; Sally League). (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…)
Tim Bennett Pitching Foley Independent League Ballpark
Tim Bennett is in preliminary discussions with Foley, AL officials about building a new ballpark at an existing entertainment complex, with the potential facility planned as a home to an independent league team. (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…)