A 2015 report by Populous indicated that $65 million would be needed to modernize McCoy Stadium, which is now under another review. (more…)
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Dunkin’ Donuts Park Part of Lawsuit Between Arch, Centerplan
Another court case relating to work at Dunkin’ Donuts Park is unfolding, as Arch Insurance has sued former ballpark contractor Centerplan Development Co. (more…)
IronPigs Unveil Reflective Twill Uniforms
As part of their 10th anniversary celebration, the Lehigh Valley IronPigs (Class AAA; International League) will debut reflective twill uniforms in 2017. Created by Majestic, the unique reflective twill and number technology uniforms will be worn during home games. (more…)
Buies Creek Astros Join Carolina League
On Friday, the Buies Creek Astros (High A; Carolina League) announced their move to Campbell University’s Jim Perry Stadium. The Houston Astros-owned franchise will spend the next two seasons at that facility before moving into a new ballpark in downtown Fayetteville, NC in 2019. (more…)
Coca-Cola Park to Feature New Video Display
Highlighted by one of the largest videoboards in Minor League Baseball, the Lehigh Valley IronPigs (Class AAA; International League) have unveiled upgraded video displays. The new features will be in place for the 2017 season. (more…)
Crosscutters Announce Ballpark Upgrades
The Williamsport Crosscutters (Short Season A; NY-Penn League) are making improvements to BB&T Ballpark at Historic Bowman Field. Upgrades including changes to the seating as well as a new picnic deck. (more…)
New for 2017: Buies Creek Astros
We have a name and home for the new High A Carolina League team owned and operated by the Houston Astros: the Buies Creek Astros will be playing out of Jim Perry Stadium on the Campbell University campus for the 2017 and 2018 seasons. (more…)
Dave Elmore Named 2016 King of Baseball
Minor League Baseball has named Dave Elmore its 2016 King of Baseball. Elmore is the owner and founder of the Elmore Sports Group. (more…)
GreenJackets Hoping to Finalize Ballpark Deal by End of November
Recent progress by North Augusta, SC officials leaves the Augusta GreenJackets hopeful that a ballpark agreement can be reached by the end of this month. (more…)
Dan Lunetta Wins Sheldon “Chief” Bender Award
Minor League Baseball is awarding its ninth annual Sheldon “Chief” Bender Award to Dan Lunetta of the Detroit Tigers. Lunetta currently serves as the Tigers director of minor league operations. (more…)
Fayetteville, Astros Closer to Lease Agreement
A lease agreement between the Houston Astros and the City of Fayetteville could be reviewed, and possibly finalized, by the end of this month. (more…)
Billings Mustangs Seek to Extend Lease
The Billings Mustangs (Rookie; Pioneer League) are seeking a 10-year lease extension at Dehler Park, and could make future ballpark upgrades. (more…)
New for 2017: New Orleans Baby Cakes
The rebranding of the New Orleans Zephyrs is complete, as the Class AAA Pacific Coast League franchise is now the New Orleans Baby Cakes. (more…)