A local developer is pitching a 62-acre mixed-use entertainment district next to Werner Park, home of the Omaha Storm Chasers (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League). (more…)
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The Power of Annual Upgrades: Neuroscience Group Field at Fox Cities Stadium
Big renovations and new ballparks generate the splashiest headlines, but sometimes the best strategy involves annual upgrades that freshen the fan experience—as can be seen at Neuroscience Group Field at Fox Cities Stadium, home of the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers (Low A; Midwest League). (more…)
Calls Come for Extended Netting at MiLB Ballparks
Calls for extended netting at ballparks around Minor League Baseball are arising, as foul-ball injuries reported over the weekend followed an incident at an MLB game last week. (more…)
Trial Between Hartford, Former Ballpark Developer Set to Begin
This week will bring the beginning of a trial between Hartford and the former developer of Dunkin’ Donuts Park, which is seeking damages from its removal from the project. (more…)
Sinkholes Resurface at Dickey-Stephens Park
Playing surface sinkholes hit Dickey-Stephens Park over the weekend, requiring the Arkansas Travelers (Class AA; Texas League) groundscrew to make extensive repairs to keep the field playable. (more…)
MiLB Announces Launch of MiLB Pride
Minor League Baseball has announced the launch of MiLB Pride, the largest documented Pride celebration in professional sports, as part of its diversity and inclusion initiative. Nearly 70 MiLB teams will host Pride Nights or events this season. (more…)
River Bandits June 4-6 Home Series Shifting to Peoria
Due to high water surrounding Modern Woodmen Park, the Quad Cities River Bandits (Low A; Midwest League) are shifting a June 4-6 home series against the Peoria Chiefs to Peoria’s Dozer Park. The ballpark remains unaffected by the flood waters, but due to the recent flooding across River Drive there is no unimpeded access for fans, players and staff. (more…)
Office Tower at First National Bank Field is a Go
A new nine-floor building at First National Bank Field, home of the Greensboro Grasshoppers (Low A; Sally League), is now a reality, as over two years of work on the project yields the first new downtown tower in decades. (more…)
So Much for Controversy: Grizzlies Draw 12,962
After operating most of this week under a cloud for a Memorial Day miscue that put the team in national headlines, the Fresno Grizzlies (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) drew 12,962 last night at Chukchansi Park. (more…)
Fire Frogs to Depart Osceola County Stadium at End of Season
The Florida Fire Frogs (High A; Florida State League) will depart Osceola County Stadium at the end of the 2019 season after owners accepted a half-million-dollar buyout from the country to make way for a MLS training complex at Orlando Heritage Park. (more…)
Signatures on Boise Ballpark Petition Verified
A petition aiming for a referendum on a potential Boise Hawks (Short Season A; Northwest League) ballpark project obtained enough valid signatures, Ada County officials revealed Thursday. (more…)
Fresno Fallout: Sponsors Depart After AOC Memorial Day Video
Two high-profile sponsors for the Fresno Grizzlies (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) have dropped their deals after the team ran a Memorial Day video calling Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez an enemy of freedom. (more…)
Topping-Out Ceremony Held for Kannapolis Ballpark
Construction on a new ballpark for the Kannapolis Intimidators (Low A; Sally League) reached a milestone Thursday, when officials and construction crews gathered for a topping-out ceremony. (more…)