We have personnel news to report from Minor League Baseball and the Pensacola Blue Wahoos (Class AA; Southern League). (more…)
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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…)
MiLB, Allegiant Announce Credit Card Partnership
Minor League Baseball and Allegiant have announced a credit card partnership, the first-of-its-kind between a sports property and airline. The agreement is an expansion of the current partnership between MiLB and Allegiant and will provide a compelling platform for bringing fan engagement and rewards to new heights. (more…)
Mariachis de Nuevo México Wins Inaugural Copa de la Diversión
A major honor for the Albuquerque Isotopes (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League), whose adopted Mariachis de Nuevo México branding has won Minor League Baseball’s inaugural Copa de la Diversión (“Fun Cup”). Albuquerque, who adopted the moniker Mariachis de Nuevo México for the Latinx-focused event series, won the vote from MiLB’s new Latinx Advisory Committee comprised of leaders in multicultural […]
Here’s Your Five Finalists for Inaugural Copa de la Diversión Series
Minor League Baseball today unveiled the finalists of its inaugural Copa de la Diversión (“Fun Cup”) event series that took place during the 2018 season. The winner will be announced on Monday, Dec. 10, at the Baseball Winter Meetings in Las Vegas during the Opening Session. The cornerstone of MiLB’s Es Divertido Ser Un Fan (It’s […]
MiLB Unveils 2019 LIFT Mentorship Program Participants
Minor League Baseball has announced the mentor-mentee pairs for its inaugural class of the LIFT (Leaders Inspiring Future Talent) Mentorship Program. (more…)
MiLB Announces Partnership With ECHO
Minor League Baseball has struck a partnership with ECHO Incorporated, making it the “Official Outdoor Power Tool of MiLB” and the “Official Outdoor Power Tool of Copa de la Diversión.” (more…)
Steve Turco Wins Mike Coolbaugh Award
Steve Turco, a former roving instructor for the St. Louis Cardinals, has won Minor League Baseball‘s 11th annual Mike Coolbaugh Award. Turco will receive the award at the Baseball Winter Meetings Banquet on Sunday, Dec. 9, at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas. (more…)