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A renovation of Tacoma's venerable ballpark could start early next year if the various funding pieces come together.No Article Text

It should be a fun time for all when the look of the Richmond Flying Squirrels is unveiled. The Richmond Flying Squirrels (Class AA; Eastern League) have announced a press conference on Tuesday, December 1st at 2 p.m. to unveil the team’s new logo for its inaugural season at The Diamond. In addition, the team […]

After a year of delays and financing wrangling, the new home of the Winston-Salem Dash (High Class A; Carolina League) will finally open April 13. After a year of delays and financing wrangling, the new home of the Winston-Salem Dash (High Class A; Carolina League) will finally open April 13. In town for the first […]

The development of Aces Ballpark continues in the offseason with the installation of public art.No Article Text

The most popular stories of the past week on Ballpark Digest, as measured by page views. This week: problems in Brockton, shifts in the FSL, and lots of news from Clark and Addison. The most popular stories of the past week on Ballpark Digest, as measured by page views. This week: problems in Brockton, shifts […]

Portland Beavers owner Merritt Paulson pulls the plug on a new Bevos ballpark in Beaverton. Bummer. Portland Beavers (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) owner Merritt Paulson has canceled planning for a new Bevos ballpark in suburban Beaverton, saying it would be impossible to get the ball rolling on a new facility in time for the […]

Following a successful 2009 season, Jonathan Griffith adds the duties of vice president with the Potomac Nationals.The Potomac Nationals (High Class A; Carolina League) announced that General Manager Jonathan Griffith's role has been expanded within the organization, adding the role of Vice President to go along with his everyday duties as the GM. The 2010 […]

The Jacksonville Suns adopt a new color scheme and uniform design for the 2010 season.In a press conference Wednesday afternoon, the Jacksonville Suns (Class AA; Southern League) unveiled their new look for the 2010 season, including a number of color and uniform changes.    The new logo features a black, gold and “old gold” color […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates will buy the Sarasota Reds and move them to Bradenton; the Reds will take over the Bucs' affiliation in Lynchburg. The Sarasota Reds (High Class A; Florida State League) are no more, as the team is being sold to the Pittsburgh Pirates, who will move the franchise to McKechnie Field for the […]

If land can be found for a suitable price, a proposal for a new Portland Beavers ballpark in suburban Beaverton could go before voters. All ballpark deals are complex, but the developing deal between the Portland Beavers (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) and Beaverton is growing more complex by the day, not less. A tight […]

The owners and operators of four franchises announce a new theme for the 2010 season, as the "Fun is Good" promo runs its course. The Goldklang Group — owners and operators of the Charleston RiverDogs (Low Class A; Sally League), Hudson Valley Renegades (short season; NY-Penn League), St. Paul Saints (independent; American Association) and Fort […]

Eric Krupa will be president of the Low Class A South Atlantic League through 2012. Eric Krupa will be president of the Low Class A South Atlantic League through 2012 after receiving a contract extension from the league's board of owners and presidents. Krupa was hired by the league in 2007 to succeed John Henry […]

After years of neglect and a serious fire, Old Orchard Beach Ballpark — the former home of the Maine Guides — has been restored by volunteers and will host baseball again in the spring. After years of neglect and a serious fire, Old Orchard Beach Ballpark — the former home of the Maine Guides (Class […]