The State College Spikes are set to host the 2018 NY-Penn League All-Star Game at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park, as the game returns to State College for the first time since 2009. (more…)
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Lakewood BlueClaws Name Joe Ricciutti New President and GM
The makeover of the Lakewood BlueClaws (Low A; Sally League) continues. Just weeks after announcing a change in ownership, the BlueClaws have appointed a new president and general manager, naming experienced executive Joe Ricciutti to the post. (more…)
51s Still Optimistic on Ballpark Search
While they are still engaged in a long process, the Las Vegas 51s (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) are expressing optimism that they can secure a new ballpark. (more…)
Elizabethton Commits $1.5M to Joe O’Brien Field Upgrades
The Elizabethton City Council approved $1.5 million in spending on Joe O’Brien Field upgrades, as the city works to retain the Elizabethton Twins (Rookie; Appalachian League). (more…)
Barons Welcome 2-Millionth Fan to Regions Field
The Birmingham Barons (Class AA; Southern League) reached a milestone last night, welcoming the two-millionth fan to Regions Field in its fifth year of existence. (more…)
Aberdeen IronBirds / Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium
Upon its opening for the Aberdeen IronBirds in 2002, Ripken Stadium represented the latest in the wave of new ballparks debuting for the New York-Penn League. Backed by the recently-retired Cal Ripken Jr, the ballpark was touted as a state-of-the-art facility that would anchor a development that included an adjacent youth baseball complex. (more…)
Another MiLB/USL Marriage in Works in Memphis?
No secret that the United Soccer League has made a play for expansion teams owned by MiLB owners, and another may be in the works, as the Memphis Redbirds (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) may be looking at a Memphis USL team playing out of 2019 at AutoZone Park. (more…)
New York-Penn League Unveils 2017 Hall of Fame Class
In advance of its upcoming induction ceremony, the New York-Penn League has unveiled its Hall of Fame Class of 2017. (more…)
Worcester Mayor: Let’s Make Play for PawSox
Though there’s no money involved — yet — Worcester Mayor Joseph Petty want his city to make a concerted play for the Pawtucket Red Sox (Class AAA; International League), as the team looks for a potential new home. (more…)
Vancouver Canadians Continue to Find Success
This season has been another strong one for the Vancouver Canadians (Short Season A; Northwest League), as they continue to attract fans in solid numbers. (more…)
St. Lucie Mets Set New Attendance Record
The St. Lucie Mets (High A; Florida State League) reached a milestone on Friday, when they set a new single-season attendance record. (more…)
Tickets.com Named Official MiLB Provider
Minor League Baseball and Tickets.com have announced a new long-term partnership, one that will make Tickets.com the official ticketing provider of MiLB. (more…)
Down East Wood Ducks / Grainger Stadium
Over the years, Grainger Stadium has retained its status as a classic ballpark while simultaneously offering a comfortable experience for today’s fans. This trait has been evident over its history, and is as apparent as ever after the arrival of the Down East Wood Ducks (High A; Carolina League). (more…)