The 2017 season was one to remember for the Binghamton Rumble Ponies (Class AA; Eastern League). The New York Mets affiliate saw not only a change in name and logo, but also lots of ballpark improvements to enhance the game-day experience for players and fans alike. (more…)
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Binghamton Plays Last Game as Mets
Now that the 2016 season is in the books, the Binghamton Mets (Class AA; Eastern League) are closer to beginning a new era. (more…)
B-Mets Embarking on New Era
A new era is underway in Binghamton, where the Binghamton Mets (Class AA; Eastern League) are in the midst of an ambitious rebranding process. While their change in identity will mark a drastic step for the franchise, it is not the lone transformation taking place. (more…)
B-Mets to Rebrand After 2016 Season
Changes are on the horizon for the Binghamton Mets (Class AA; Eastern League), with the team announcing a rebranding process that will be completed this fall. (more…)
Hughes buys Binghamton Mets
John Hughes, who had previously attempted to bring pro baseball to Warner Robins, Georgia, has purchased the Binghamton Mets (Class AA; Eastern League) and says he’ll keep the team in NYSEG Stadium. (more…)
Study: Warner Robins can support Single-A baseball
After a brief delay over data disclosure, businessman John Hughes has shared the contents of a commissioned ballpark feasibility study for Warner Robins, but city officials came down against any public funding. Warner Robins is part of the greater Macon area, which formerly hosted pro baseball at Luther Williams Field. No one is proposing a […]
Warner Robins puts off ballpark feasibility study
A study to determine the feasibility of a new pro ballpark in Warner Robins, Ga., was tabled because city councilmembers wanted to see more information about exactly what is being studied. Local businessman John Hughes offered to perform the ballpark feasbility study on his own dime (they ususually cost between $15,000 and $20,000). However, the […]