Minor League Baseball has announced details on its 2019 Copa de la Diversión (Fun Cup) schedule, featuring a 397-game slate that kicks off in April. Following a successful 2018 campaign when Copa-participating teams connected with their Latinx communities, this year’s participating clubs will look to continue that momentum. (more…)
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Sea Dogs to Play as Whoopie Pies June 21
In honor of the official treat of Maine, the Portland Sea Dogs (Class AA; Eastern League) will play as the Maine Whoopie Pies on June 21. The Whoopie Pies will host the Reading Fightin Phils at Hadlock Field that evening, with first pitch at 7:00. (more…)
Bulls to Play as Lollygaggers June 14
As a tribute to a memorable scene in Bull Durham, the Durham Bulls (Class AAA; International Leageue) will play as the Durham Lollygaggers on June 14. (more…)
ISM Connect Launches Ad Network in 25 MiLB Ballparks
Some more details on the network of smart displays planned for 25 Minor League Baseball ballparks by ISM Connect, as the Allegiant Airline Network launches in 2019. (more…)
Wilmington Sharks Propose Buck Hardee Field Upgrades
Wilmington Sharks (summer collegiate; Coastal Plain League) owners are pitching up to $3.5 million in improvements to Buck Hardee Field, a move they say will keep the Sharks in town — and potentially land a Minor League Baseball team. (more…)
New Year New Names: 2019 MiLB Rebranding Roundup
With spring training right around the corner, several Minor League Baseball teams are preparing to debut new identities for 2019. Those teams have rebranded over the offseason and will be embracing a new moniker this season. (more…)
Personnel News: MiLB, Pensacola
We have personnel news to report from Minor League Baseball and the Pensacola Blue Wahoos (Class AA; Southern League). (more…)
Arizona Bill Would Exempt MiLB Players From Minimum Wage Laws
An Arizona lawmaker has submitted a bill that would exempt minor league players from the state’s minimum wage laws, a proposal that has the backing of Major League Baseball. (more…)
USL Squad Slated for Proposed Hawks Ballpark
If built, a proposed new ballpark for the Boise Hawks (Short Season A; Northwest League) will also house a professional soccer club in USL Championship. This news was recently confirmed by Hawks ownership and the USL. (more…)
Oldest Ballparks by League: 2019 Update
A year ago, we presented a rundown of the oldest ballparks by league, from the majors down to the rookie level. There have been some changes since, as some ballparks on last year’s list are no longer used by Minor League Baseball teams, while a few others are on their way out. (more…)
2019 MiLB Ballpark Opening Days: An Overview
When it comes to new ballparks, affiliated Minor League Baseball will have a busy 2019, with three new facilities opening. Inaugural MiLB games have been announced for all three ballparks and, with the regular season approaching, we are providing an overview of the three opening dates. (more…)
Best of 2018, #5: Copa de la Diversión
We end 2018 with a countdown of the 10 biggest stories of the year on Ballpark Digest, as chosen by editors and partially based on page views. Today, #5: Copa de la Diversión rebrands 33 Minor League Baseball teams to great success. (more…)
MiLB Unveils New Council of League Presidents Leadership
Minor League Baseball has announced new leadership for its Council of League Presidents (COLP), with New York-Penn League President Ben Hayes elected as Chair. (more…)