Here’s one reason why spring training is unlikely to return to the former Dodgertown in Vero Beach: Between youth tournaments, swimming meets and other events, Vero Beach Sports Village is the busiest it’s been since the 1940s, when the Brooklyn Dodgers hosted 26 teams there during spring training. It’s a vindication of sort for Minor […]
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Kraft ticket promo returns to Minor League Baseball
Nice way for a family to save money at the ballpark: the Kraft Singles promotion with Minor League Baseball (MiLB) returns for 2011, as participating teams will offer two-for-one tickets in exchange for any Kraft Singles package wrapper redeemed at the box office. This season’s program features several elements, both in and out of the […]
New life for new California ballparks?
New ballparks in California for Major League Baseball and Minor League Baseball teams are again economically feasible, as California legislators reject an attempt by Gov. Jerry Brown to divert city and county economic-redevelopment funds to fund basic services. We’re talking three ballparks here: a new Oakland Athletics ballpark either in San Jose or Oakland; a […]
After spring training, the baseball continues
With the departure of MLB and MiLB squads from spring-training complex, most folks assume there’s no baseball in the likes of Peoria Stadium and Tempe Diablo Stadium. But the complexes are still buzzing, as extended spring will keep them busy for months. During discussions of spring training, many fans focus on the main ballpark and […]
Matin new BIRCO chairman
Art Matin, Chief Executive Officer of Mandalay Baseball Properties, is the new chairman of BIRCO’s 10-member Board of Directors. BIRCO manages the digital media rights of its member Minor League Baseball clubs and leagues. Matin, who had been the Double-A representative on the BIRCO Board since its founding two years ago, succeeds Frank Burke, who […]
NA, MLB extend agreement for six more years
No surprise here: Major League Baseball and the National Association of Professional Baseball Leagues (NAPBL) have agreed on a new six-year Professional Baseball Agreement (PBA), extending through the 2020 season, as both sides unanimously approve the agreement. “Major League Baseball is very happy to continue its partnership with Minor League Baseball,” said Baseball Commissioner Allan […]
Hot Rods put team in hands of fans on Facebook Fans Night
The Bowling Green Hot Rods (Low Class A; Midwest League) will hold Facebook Fans Night on May 18, allowing the team’s Facebook fans to customize the entire Hot Rods experience using the power of social media. The promotion is the first of its kind in Minor League Baseball. “Several teams, including us, are using social […]
MiLB staffs up
Two additions to the staff of Minor League Baseball in St. Pete: Rusty Morris is the new Manager, Creative Services, while Sheryl Hamilton is the new receptionist. Morris will design marketing materials, including logos, brochures, advertisements, sales decks, programs, event signage, credentials and posters. He will also create visual elements for electronic newsletters, web advertisements, […]
MiLB announces staff additions
Jessica Watts and Mark Labban have joined the Minor League Baseball staff as Coordinator, Business Services and Assistant, Business Development, respectively. Watts was a travel and merchandise trainee with the Durham Bulls (Class AAA; International League) last year. She will coordinate the management of over 90 online team merchandise storefronts and 40 online auction sites […]
Rockies owners buy Casper Ghosts
Colorado Rockies General Partners Dick and Charlie Monfort have completed the purchase of the Casper Ghosts (rookie; Pioneer League), as the transaction has been approved by the Pioneer League and Minor League Baseball — but it remains to be seen how long the team remains at Mike Lansing Field. “We are very happy to have […]
Winter Meetings set to return to Disney World in 2013
WINTER MEETINGS — The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort, which received high marks from many attendees during this week’s run hosting the Baseball Winter Meetings, will once again be the site of the industry’s annual convention from December 9-12 in 2013. It will mark the third time that the meetings have been held […]
MiLB announces staff reorganization; Gust first female VP
WINTER MEETINGS NEWS–Tina Gust will become the first woman to hold the title of vice president in the 109-year history of the Minor League Baseball office, as a result of a company reorganization that will take effect January 3, 2011. Gust, who will be Vice President, Business Development, joined the MiLB office in June 1998 […]
O’Conner honors three at Winter Meetings
WINTER MEETINGS NEWS–Minor League Baseball President Pat O’Conner presented Frank Burke, George McGonagle and Jack Roeder with Presidential Citations during the Opening Session of the Baseball Winter Meetings this morning. These citations are special awards issued by O’Conner to recognize exemplary service on behalf of Minor League Baseball. Burke is President & General Manager of […]