Deadlines of all sorts are colliding as Sarpy County officials work to put together a funding plan for a new Omaha Royals ballpark, an arena and possibly horse racing.Deadlines of all sorts are colliding as Sarpy County officials work to put together a funding plan for a new Omaha Royals ballpark, an arena and possibly […]
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Surprise: Omaha legislators oppose Sarpy County ballpark funding
Omaha’s legislators still oppose any sort of state involvement in a proposed Sarpy County ballpark for the Omaha Royals, but reps from other cities now say funding plans can also be applied to their communities.Omaha’s legislators still oppose any sort of state involvement in a proposed Sarpy County ballpark for the Omaha Royals, but reps […]
Twelve named to Professional Baseball Scouts Hall of Fame
Twelve veteran baseball scouts have been named to the Professional Baseball Scouts Hall of Fame (PBSHOF) Twelve veteran baseball scouts have been named to the Professional Baseball Scouts Hall of Fame (PBSHOF) for 2009 induction. This is the second year of honorees, with the selections announced by The Goldklang Group, and sponsored by The Topps […]
Kannapolis looks at buying Fieldcrest Cannon Stadium
The city of Kannapolis may buy out Rowan County’s share of Fieldcrest Cannon Stadium, the home of the Kannapolis Intimidators.The city of Kannapolis may buy out Rowan County’s share of Fieldcrest Cannon Stadium, the home of the Kannapolis Intimidators (Low Class A; Sally League). This information was disclosed at a meeting of Rowan County Commissioners, […]
Weber proposes 10-year lease for LeLacheur Park
Lowell Spinners owner Drew Weber is proposing a 10-year lease for LeLacheur Park, saying he needs the commitment before putting any money into the facility. Lowell Spinners owner Drew Weber is proposing a 10-year lease for LeLacheur Park, saying he needs the commitment before putting any money into the facility. PA Sports, which is negotiating […]
Decision on new Bevos ballpark location delayed
A citizen task force charged with mapping the future of sports facilities in Portland will delay a recommendation for the site of a new Portland Beavers ballpark.A citizen task force charged with mapping the future of sports facilities in Portland will delay a recommendation for the site of a new Portland Beavers (Class AAA; Pacific […]
JetHawks sold to local group
The Lancaster JetHawks have been sold to a local ownership group that includes an owner of the Orem Owlz, pending approval from baseball’s governing bodies.The Lancaster JetHawks (High Class A; California League) have been sold to a local ownership group that includes an owner of the Orem Owlz (rookie; Pioneer League), pending approval from baseball’s […]
Bats, Reds extend PDC
The Louisville Bats and Cincinnati Reds extended their player-development deal through 2012.The Louisville Bats (Class AAA; International League) have announced an extension of their Player Development Contract (PDC) with the Cincinnati Reds through 2012. This extends the previous agreement, which was set to expire after the 2010 baseball season. "The Reds are extremely pleased to […]
Will new Winston-Salem ballpark open on time?
The locals are wondering whether a new downtown ballpark for the Winston-Salem Dash will open in April, given the ongoing negotiations over control of the team and the project.The locals are wondering whether a new downtown ballpark for the Winston-Salem Dash (High Class A; Carolina League) will open in April, given the ongoing negotiations over […]
Price joins Naturals front office
Matt Price joins the front office of the Northwest Arkansas Naturals as an account executive.Matt Price has joined the Northwest Arkansas Naturals (Class AA; Texas League) sales force as an Account Executive. The Huntsville, Alabama native is a veteran Minor League Baseball staff member, having spent the past four seasons on the full-time staff of […]
River Bandits switch concessionaires
Following the trend of many minor-league teams this season, the Quad Cities River Bandits are switching concessionaires; in this case, Pro Sports Catering steps in.The Quad Cities River Bandits (Low Class A, Midwest League) announced a new partnership with Professional Sports Catering, who will oversee the club’s food service operation. “The best part about Professional […]
Thrall is the new Voice of the Pelicans
Tommy Thrall is the new voice of the Myrtle Beach Pelicans. The Myrtle Beach Pelicans (High Class A; Carolina League) announced the addition of Tommy Thrall to the organization as the club’s director of broadcasting & communications. Thrall, 24, will take on the role of Voice of the Pelicans and call all 140 Pelicans’ regular […]
Sand Gnats add Sisler, Wellenzohn to front office
The Savannah Sand Gnats add veterans Ric Sisler, Dave Wellenzohn to the front office.The Savannah Sand Gnats (Low Class A; Sally League) have added two new seasoned veterans to their front office staff as the 2009 season approaches. Ric Sisler, who served as the team’s general manager from 1991-1998, joins the staff as the director […]