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Broadcasters are high-profile representatives of their teams, known for their skills behind the microphone, their ability to connect to their local communities, and for making an impact in the industry. Our 2019 Broadcaster of the Year is Jesse Goldberg-Strassler, the voice of the Lansing Lugnuts (Low A; Midwest League). (more…)
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…)
With the calendar ready to turn to August, the Minor League Baseball season is winding down. However, that does not mean that MiLB’s promotional slate is being dialed back, as the month will feature several standout promotions. We cover the August 2018 highlights in our latest Promotions Watch. (more…)
The fans have spoken: the Lansing Lugnuts (Low A; Midwest League) will take the field as the Mighty Wombats on Saturday, August 18, as the team pays homage to the popular videogame. (more…)
The Lansing Lugnuts (Low A; Midwest League) have installed extended protective netting at their home ballpark, Cooley Law School Stadium. (more…)
The Lansing Lugnuts (Low A; Midwest League) and the Toronto Blue Jays extended their player-development contract (PDC) through the 2020 season. (more…)
The Lansing Lugnuts (Low A; Midwest League) have unveiled a team-branded spirit, as the club and American Fifth Spirits have announced LÜG Vodka. (more…)
The Ballpark Pass trend is spreading to Cooley Law School Stadium, as the Lansing Lugnuts (Low A; Midwest League) are debuting a pass for the 2018 season. (more…)
The Lansing Lugnuts (Low A; Midwest League) have made a major personnel announcement, promoting Nick Grueser to Team President and naming Tyler Parsons as their new General Manager. (more…)
After a run as Vice President/General Manger of the Johnson City Cardinals (Rookie; Appalachian League), Tyler Parsons is departing the team to take a position with the Lansing Lugnuts (Low A; Midwest League). (more…)
The Lansing Lugnuts have released details on their 2018 slate, highlighted by plans for the 2018 Midwest League All-Star Game. The 54th annual Midwest League All-Star Game presented by LAFCU is scheduled for Tuesday, June 19th, at Cooley Law School Stadium. (more…)
The Lansing Lugnuts (Low A; Midwest League) have unveiled caps for the upcoming season. The hats are part of a set of new uniforms that the team will wear for the 2017 campaign. (more…)
Recent trends in ballpark design have helped blend mixed-use developments with the facilities themselves. There are numerous examples of this trend playing out across Minor League Baseball, but the Lansing Lugnuts (Low A; Midwest League) took it a step further in 2016 by becoming the first team to add apartment units to their ballpark. (more…)