A disagreement over Northwestern Medicine Field lease licensing terms between the Kane County Cougars (American Association) and the Forest Preserve District of Kane County has been resolved, clearing the way for a longer-term commitment by the team. (more…)
With Russia’s military invasion of the Ukraine going strong, the Kane County Cougars (American Association) are pledging all of the proceeds from the 2022 season’s 50/50 raffle to the Ukrainian World Congress. (more…)
Another former MiLB team joins the ranks of independent-league teams, as the Kane County Cougars will play in the American Association after a long stint in the Class A Midwest League. (more…)
The Kane County Cougars (Low A; Midwest League) have announced Northwestern Medicine Field upgrades for the 2020 season, with several areas of the ballpark to receive improvements. (more…)
The Kane County Cougars (Low A; Midwest League) have grown their charitable giving and local programs since the team started putting together its annual Report to The Community in 2015. Because of this continued growth, the Cougars are the winner of a Ballpark Digest Commitment to Charity Award. (more…)
After extending protective netting to cover the entire seating bowl, the Kane County Cougars (Low A; Midwest League) are reporting positive results from the project. (more…)
The Low A Midwest League has announced its nominees for the 2018 Minor League Baseball postseason awards. The five prestigious awards include the Charles K. Murphy Patriot Award, John Henry Moss Community Service Award, the Larry MacPhail Award, the John H. Johnson President’s Award, and Rawlings Woman Executive of the Year Award. (more…)
After a successful opening for Impact Field, new home of the Chicago Dogs (independent; American Association), there’s one question that needs to be addressed: How will this high-profile facility impact Chicagoland baseball? (more…)
To address the long-term status of their home ballpark, the Kane County Cougars (Low A; Midwest League) are pitching a public-private partnership to fund future upgrades. (more…)
The Kane County Cougars (Low A; Midwest League) have come to terms on a new naming rights agreement with Northwestern Medicine for Northwestern Medicine Field. The partnership for the ballpark, which was previously known as Fifth Third Bank Ballpark, is for five years. (more…)
From all appearances, the pairing of the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Kane County Cougars (Low A; Midwest League) is an example of a strong bond between affiliate and parent club. (more…)
Combining two sports is becoming a habit for many Minor League Baseball teams, as the action on the field is sometimes paired with a 5K. (more…)
Over the last several years, the connection between Minor League Baseball and the craft beer industry has steadily grown—and that trend will continue in 2016. Along with keeping their team branded beers on the menu, many clubs are rolling out craft beer nights, beer fests, and more to further the bond between baseball and microbrews. (more…)
