The Jackson Generals (Class AA; Southern League) are lining up future concerts at The Ballpark at Jackson, striking an agreement with Grand Slam Presents that calls for 13 shows over the next five years. The agreement begins in 2020. (more…)
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Jackson Generals to Host 2020 Southern League All-Star Game
The Jackson Generals will host the 2020 Southern League All-Star Game at The Ballpark at Jackson, with the annual game and related events set for next June. (more…)
Jackson Generals Pursuing Lease Extension
The Jackson Generals (Class AA; Southern League) are pursuing a lease extension for The Ballpark at Jackson, as team ownership is hoping secure a lengthened agreement. (more…)
Promotions Watch: Walking In A Winter Wonderland, MiLB Style
It’s that time of year again, when many Minor League Baseball teams are decking the halls with holiday events at ballparks across the country. Here’s a quick look at unique events teams have planned throughout the holiday season. (more…)
Personnel News: Stockton, Jackson, Visalia
We have personnel news to report from the Stockton Ports (High A; California League), Jackson Generals (Class AA; Southern League), and Visalia Rawhide (High A; California League). (more…)
Jackson Generals Announce RFP for Ballpark Naming Rights
The Jackson Generals (Class AA; Southern League) are seeking a new naming rights partner for The Ballpark at Jackson, as the club has created a request for proposal (RFP) for the opportunity. (more…)
Jackson Generals Promote Compton; Hall is New GM
Some front-office news from the Jackson Generals (Class AA; Southern League) as Jason Compton is promoted to team president and Nick Hall is named the team’s new general manager. (more…)
Ballpark at Jackson Parking Could Expand
Following a donation of land near The Ballpark at Jackson, city officials are mulling whether to expand parking at the home of the Jackson Generals (Class AA; Southern League). (more…)
Generals, D-Backs Announce New Affiliation
The Jackson Generals (Class AA; Southern League) and the Arizona Diamondbacks announced a new player-development contract (PDC) though 2020, ending the Seattle Mariners’ tenure in Jackson. (more…)
Southern League announces year-end awards
Some pretty high-profile names and teams on this list, as the Class AA Southern League announces its year-end awards for the 2015 season. (more…)
Attendance news from Jackson, Gastonia, South Bend, Birmingham
We have some more good news on the attendance front from the Jackson Generals and Birmingham Barons (Class AA; Southern League), Gastonia Grizzlies (summer collegiate; Coastal Plain League) and South Bend Cubs (Low Class A; Midwest League). (more…)
Jackson’s Smith Wills Stadium eyed for redevelopment
Smith Wills Stadium, former home to pro baseball in Jackson, Miss., could be torn down to make way for new development, as the city seeks an alternative use for the ballpark. (more…)
More offseason improvements on tap for Jackson Generals
It’s the third straight year with some significant upgrades to the Ballpark at Jackson, as the city and the owners of the Jackson Generals (Class AA; Southern League) continue to improve the fan experience. (more…)