The Jackson Generals (Class AA; Southern League) and the Arizona Diamondbacks announced a new player-development contract (PDC) though 2020, ending the Seattle Mariners’ tenure in Jackson. (more…)
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High Desert Mavericks End with Title
Last weekend brought a bittersweet ending in Minor League Baseball, as the High Desert Mavericks (High A; California League) ended their history with a league title. (more…)
New for 2017: UPMC Park
The home of the Erie SeaWolves (Class AA; Eastern League) has a new name, as it is now known as UPMC Park. This announcement comes as the result of a naming rights agreement between the SeaWolves and UPMC. (more…)
SeaWolves, Tigers Extend PDC
We will be running two major announcements from the Erie SeaWolves (Class AA; Eastern League) today. Firstly, the SeaWolves have extend their player development contract (PDC) with the Detroit Tigers. The agreement runs through the 2018 season. (more…)
Barons Hosting 2016 MiLB Promo Seminar
Minor League Baseball‘s annual Promo Seminar will head to Birmingham this fall, as the Birmingham Barons (Class AA; Southern League) are hosting the event. In a unique twist, the Barons are using the multi-day gathering–which runs from September 27-29–to showcase both Regions Field and Rickwood Field. (more…)
2016 MiLB/SC/Indy Attendance by Average
We wrap up our listings of affiliated, independent and summer-collegiate baseball 2016 attendance with a ranking of the top 371 teams, as ranked by average. (more…)
Central Florida Signs Pact With Braves
The first major affiliation shift of 2016 has taken place, as the Florida State League‘s new Central Florida franchise has signed an agreement with the Atlanta Braves. The player development contract (PDC) between the two teams run through the 2020 season. (more…)
Amarillo Still Considering Ballpark
Though San Antonio has shelved talks for a new ballpark, officials in Amarillo will continue discussions with the owners of the San Antonio Missions (Class AA; Texas League). (more…)
Kinston Reveals Name The Team Finalists
Voting on a name for the new Kinston Carolina League franchise is underway, as the Texas Rangers have revealed five finalists. (more…)
Report Finds Problems With Dunkin’ Donuts Park
Once the construction of Dunkin’ Donuts Park resumes, several major issues will need to be addressed, according to the design firm Pendulum. (more…)
Blue Wahoos, Reds Extend PDC
There is some affiliation news to report, as the Pensacola Blue Wahoos (Class AA; Southern League) and Cincinnati Reds have extended their agreement. The renewal of their player development contract (PDC) is for two seasons, running through 2018. (more…)
Isotopes Unveil 15th Season Logo
In advance of their 15th season, the Albuquerque Isotopes (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) have unveiled a commemorative logo. The logo will be used by the team throughout the 2017 season. (more…)
Smokies, Knoxville Had Ballpark Discussions
Though a development is years away, the Tennessee Smokies (Class AA; Southern League) and the City of Knoxville have discussed a new ballpark, according to recently uncovered emails. (more…)