The ownership of the Richmond Flying Squirrels (Class AA; Eastern League) has a greater local presence, after three local investment groups and eight new owners have been approved by Minor League Baseball as minority partners of the franchise. The new members of the ownership group include: Sam Kornblau – Chairman of SAMCO Development Corporation and […]
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Time to celebrate: Muzzy Field turning 100
It’s a celebration worth noting: Bristol’s Muzzy Field will be the focus of a 100-year anniversary this summer, with events planned at the former MiLB ballpark. Muzzy Field was the center of sports in Bristol for the majority of those hundred years, hosting the Bristol Owls (Class B; Colonial League) in 1949-50 and the Bristol […]
Akron RubberDucks unveil 2014 uniforms
More on the rebranding of the Akron RubberDucks (Class AA; Eastern League), as the team unveils home and road uniforms, as well as caps, for the 2014 season. There were five uniforms unveiled: a home uniform with a white jersey and pants, a road uniform with a gray jersey and pants, an official Sunday uniform […]
Chihuahuas move home opener to April 28, shift series to Tucson
Uncertainty about the new-ballpark status is leading the El Paso Chihuahuas (Class AAA: Pacific Coast League) to move the home opener to April 28, instead of the originally scheduled April 11. The Chihuahuas will play their April 11th–14th games against the Reno Aces in Tucson. The decision comes after meeting with the City of El […]
History could be uncovered at new Sounds ballpark site
Early work on a new Nashville Sounds (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) ballpark at Sulphur Dell could yield some insights into the city’s history, as archeologists work alongside construction crews. Sulphur Dell, a spring located near the Cumberland River near downtown, was one of the earliest settled areas in Nashville, so there’s the chance work […]
Pelicans up offer for Russell Wilson appearance
The Myrtle Beach Pelicans (High Class A; Carolina League) are doubling their offer to Seattle Seahawks QB Russell Wilson to appear in a single game, from $10,000 charitable donation to the organization of his choice,to $20,000. “We recognize that Russell’s commitment to the Seahawks means he’ll likely never play a game, but he has an […]
O’Conner: Beloit will need to address ballpark issue
On hand for the team’s Hot Stove Banquet, MiLB President & CEO Pat O’Conner says the city and the Beloit Snappers (Low Class A: Midwest League) must address the team’s ballpark situation in the next few years. Not that the team has been ignoring Pohlman Field, but the poor attendance and issues among the Board […]
Columbia moves forward — cautiously — with ballpark planning
The Columbia (S.C) City Council will hire a consultant to perform a cost/benefit analysis on a new ballpark pitched by MILB owner Jason Freier, as the city slows down on a proposed Bull Street facility. Freier has been working with a local developer, who has offered free land as part of a larger Bull Street […]
El Paso Chihuahuas unveil uniforms
Interesting look: The El Paso Chihuahuas (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) unveiled their 2014 inaugural uniforms on Wednesday, including five jersey variations: white, gray, black, red and the traditional pinstripe. “We are excited to unveil a bold, fun look for El Paso’s team,” said General Manager Brad Taylor. “The combination of uniforms continue to offer […]
Rickwood Classic set for June 25
One of the best events in all of Minor League Baseball is now on the schedule, as the Birmingham Barons (Class AA; Southern League) and Friends of Rickwood have scheduled the annual Rickwood Classic for June 25. The Rickwood Classic is the Barons’ annual return to historic Rickwood Field for a single game. This year’s […]
SWB RailRiders to hold What If Night: Welcome, Trolley Frogs!
We love these promotions: The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders (Class AAA; International League) are holding a What If Night in 2014, complete with Trolley Frogs uniforms. Trolley Frogs was one of the finalists for the SWB team name. On Aug. 8 the RailRiders will take the field in Trolley Frogs colors and uniforms, giving fans a glimpse […]
Chihuahuas ballpark construction schedule may shift to 24 hours
Construction on the new El Paso Chihuahuas (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) ballpark could shift to a 24-hour schedule to make the April opening date. It’s always been known that construction of the new downtown ballpark was on a tight schedule. Team and city officials are planning to update residents on the state of ballpark […]
What went wrong with Ocala’s ballpark plan?
Ocala (Fl.) officials performed a postmortem on its proposal for a new Tampa Yankees (High Class A; Florida State League) ballpark and figured out why it failed: Not every major stakeholder was committed. The Ocala City Council discussed the project at recent strategic planning meetings. The proposal was pretty clear: proceeds from a half-cent sales-tax […]