The Wareham Gatemen (summer collegiate; Cape Cop League) are threatening to sue over a new logo released by the Worcester Red Sox (Class AAA; International League), contending that one of the team’s W marks too closely resembles its brand. (more…)
Archive | Minor-League Baseball
Werner Park Renovations Underway for 2020
Over $2 million worth of renovations are underway at Werner Park, as the Omaha Storm Chasers (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) home prepares to host a new professional soccer club in 2020. (more…)
MiLB Focusing on Long-Term Media Distribution Strategy
With media rights an increasingly important part of the pro sports landscape, Minor League Baseball is entering a new phase by partnering with Octagon on a long-term media distribution strategy. (more…)
Sanders Slams MLB Over Contraction: Everything to Do With Greed
Presidential candidate and U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) took to Twitter to oppose Major League Baseball’s proposal to contract 42 Minor League Baseball teams, saying the move would “destroy thousands of jobs and devastate local economies.” (more…)
Omaha Storm Chasers Announce Personnel Moves
The Omaha Storm Chasers (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) have announced several personnel moves, including the promotion of Laurie Schlender to Vice President and General Manager (more…)
Flying Squirrels Moving in Fences at The Diamond
The Richmond Flying Squirrels (Class AA; Eastern League) are making a notable change at The Diamond this offseason, moving in the fences to improve the environment for hitters. (more…)
New for 2021: Worcester Red Sox
In a move that surprises absolutely no one, the relocating Pawtucket Red Sox (Class AAA; International League) will become the Worcester Red Sox–or WooSox for short–in 2021 upon arrival at Polar Park. (more…)
Addressing MLB’s Player-Development Concerns Without Contraction
With Major League Baseball laying out its reasons for eliminating 42 Minor League Baseball teams, there has been plenty of buzz in the industry about how these concerns can be addressed without full-scale contraction. Here are some solutions floated within the industry. (more…)
New Danville Braves Logos Unveiled
The Danville Braves (Rookie; Appalachian League) have unveiled new logos ahead of the 2020 season, including a new primary emblem and cap logos. (more…)
Legislators, Elected Officials, Owners React to MiLB Contraction Plan
A broad, bipartisan group of legislators, presidential candidates, current players, state officials and local politicos have condemned Major League Baseball’s plan to contract 42 Minor League Baseball franchises for the 2021 season. (more…)
Prospects of Proposed Boise Ballpark in Question
The prospects of a proposed Boise Hawks (Short Season A; Northwest League) are in question, as a crucial deadline for property acquisition is approaching amidst political uncertainty. (more…)
Promotions Watch: 2019 Ballpark Winter Wonderlands
Plenty of teams and ballparks around the country are getting ready to deck the halls as they host winter events for the whole family. Here’s a quick look at what teams have up their sleeves this holiday season. (more…)
Tortugas Will Host 2020 Florida State League All-Star Game
The Daytona Tortugas have been named the host of the 2020 Florida State League All-Star Game, set for next June at Jackie Robinson Ballpark. The festivities will occur on Monday, June 22, and Tuesday, June 23, and mark the first time Daytona Beach has hosted the affair since 2007. (more…)