Seven Minor League Baseball teams were sold in the last week, as private equity and new technologies are heavily involved in the evolution of the sport. (more…)
Tag Archives | Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp
121 Financial Ballpark up for three-year $25 million renovation, per Jacksonville mayor
Jacksonville Mayor Lenny Curry will announce $25 million for upgrades to 121 Financial Ballpark, home of the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp (Triple-A; International League), as he releases information today on upcoming capital improvement projects. (more…)
Jumbo Shrimp, Jacksonville announce 121 Financial Ballpark lease extension
The Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp (Triple-A East) and the city of Jacksonville announced a 121 Financial Ballpark lease extension that will keep the team there through March 2043. (more…)
Jacksonville celebrates return to AAA with rout
The Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp (Triple-A East) marked the return of AAA ball to the city with a 11-3 win over the Norfolk Tides at 121 Financial Ballpark. (more…)
Marlins add Jacksonville, Pensacola, Beloit as affiliate invitees
The Miami Marlins are making sweeping changes to their farm system, inviting Jacksonville, Pensacola and Beloit as new affiliates while maintaining ownership of the Jupiter Hammerheads. (more…)
MiLB teams expand offerings, launch charitable efforts
With everything about the 2020 MiLB season up in the air, teams are finding ways to confront the coronavirus pandemic with expanded offerings and new charitable efforts in the absence of regular-season games in April. (more…)
Roger Hoover Departing Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp
Longtime Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp (Class AA; Southern League) broadcaster Roger Hoover is leaving his post with the franchise, as he is pursuing new opportunities in collegiate sports. (more…)
New for 2020: 121 Financial Ballpark
The Baseball Grounds of Jacksonville is slated to be renamed 121 Financial Ballpark, the result of a naming-rights deal between the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp (Class AA; Southern League) and 121 Financial Credit Union. The ballpark’s renaming is pending city council approval. (more…)
In Memoriam: Mary Frances Bragan
Mary Frances Bragan, the former Madame Chairman of the Jacksonville Suns (Class AA; Southern League) whose family had a significant influence on the franchise, has passed away at age 95. (more…)
Personnel News: Jacksonville, Winston-Salem
We have personnel news to report from the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp (Class AA; Southern League) and the Winston-Salem Dash (High A; Carolina League). (more…)
Jumbo Shrimp to Host Child, Parent as Only Fans Tuesday
In partnership with Dreams Come True, the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp (Class AA; Southern League) will host a Jacksonville Dreamer and his father as the only fans in attendance for Tuesday’s game. (more…)
Charlotte Knights Land 2020 ACC Baseball Championship
Despite statements that International League scheduling rules prohibited teams hosting an event like this, the Charlotte Knights announced the 2020 ACC Baseball Championship will be held at BB&T Ballpark from May 19 to May 24, 2020. (more…)
Jumbo Shrimp Unveil 121 Financial Crustacean Corner
A unique seating area has been added to Baseball Grounds of Jacksonville, as the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp (Class AA; Southern League) have unveiled the 121 Financial Crustacean Corner. (more…)