The Hartford Yard Goats (Class AA; Eastern League) have released a 2017 home schedule, with an opening date for Dunkin’ Donuts Park set for April 13 — and owner Josh Solomon is willing to spend his own money to make it happen. (more…)
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Yard Goats Bring up Possibility of Leaving Hartford
Citing a clause in their contract, Hartford Yard Goats (Class AA; Eastern League) owner Josh Solomon says they may leave the city if their new ballpark is not ready for 2017. (more…)
Hartford Stadium Authority Cancels Contract with Developer
The Hartford Stadium Authority has terminated its contract with the developer of Dunkin’ Donuts Park, marking a decisive step in a new direction for the Hartford Yard Goats’ (Class AA; Eastern League) beleaguered new home. (more…)
When Will Hartford Ballpark Be Done? No One is Saying
A closed-door meeting between Hartford city officials and Dunkin’ Donuts Park developer Jason Rudnick yielded some kind words from the two sides — but no indication as when the home of the Hartford Yard Goats (Class AA; Eastern League) would be completed. (more…)
Solomon: “Awful, depressing, disconcerting” ballpark situation
Hartford Yard Goats (Class AA; Eastern League) owner Josh Solomon is speaking out about the delays in the opening of Dunkin’ Donuts Park, calling it an “awful, depressing, disconcerting” situation. (more…)
New for 2016: Dunkin’ Donuts Park
We have a name for the new Hartford Yard Goats (Class AA; Eastern League) ballpark opening in 2016: Dunkin’ Donuts Park. (more…)
New for 2016: Hartford Yard Goats
We have a name for the relocating New Britain Rock Cats (Class AA; Eastern League) for the 2016 season: the Hartford Yard Goats, which brings a railroad theme to the team. (more…)
Rock Cats launch “Name the Team” contest
With construction beginning on a new Hartford ballpark, the New Britain Rock Cats (Class AA; Eastern League) are holding a “Name the Team” contest for 2016 and beyond. (more…)
Hartford ballpark construction begins
With most of the paperwork completed, construction of a new New Britain Rock Cats (Class AA; Eastern League) ballpark in downtown Hartford is poised to begin. (more…)
Hartford ballpark groundbreaking set for February
New Britain Rock Cats (Class AA; Eastern League) owner Josh Solomon says the groundbreaking on a new Hartford ballpark is set for late February. (more…)
New Britain, Colorado enter new affiliation
The New Britain Rock Cats (Class AA; Eastern League) will have a new parent in 2015, as the team has entered into a two-year player development contract (PDC) with the Colorado Rockies. “We are excited to have a new Major League partnership with the Colorado Rockies and thrilled that they will be part of the […]
Solomon: Rock Cats still committed to Hartford move
It’s been a rough summer for the New Britain Rock Cats (Class AA; Eastern League), but owner Josh Solomon says he expects his team to be playing in Hartford in two years — but maybe not as a Minnesota Twins affiliate. Attendance is down at New Britain Stadium this season — something to be expected […]
Rock Cats avoid eviction, pay property taxes
The New Britain Rock Cats (Class AA; Eastern League) won’t be evicted from New Britain Stadium after owner Josh Solomon delivered a $164,569 check to pay back taxes and settle city concerns. New Britain officials had threatened to evict the Rock Cats for unpaid taxes. The team’s lease calls for a payment to New Britain […]