Fifth Third Field is about to be paid off early, which is a source of celebration for the Toledo Mud Hens (Class AAA; International League). (more…)
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McEachern to Hartford: Finish the Ballpark!
Eastern League President Joe McEachern was in Hartford today to address the current condition of Dunkin’ Donuts Park, and his message was clear: Finish the ballpark ASAP, or run the risk of losing the team permanently. (more…)
Miss Gravy to Retire
The Montgomery Biscuits (Class AA; Southern League) are saying goodbye to their beloved mascot, as Miss Gravy, The Dutchess of Pork is set to retire at the end of this season. She will serve her final games September 1-2. (more…)
AutoZone Park to Welcome 10 Millionth Fan
The Memphis Redbirds (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) are closing in on a major attendance milestone, as the team will welcome AutoZone Park‘s 10th millionth fan. That mark will be reached during this homestand, which begins on Wednesday. (more…)
Lubbock Passes on Ballpark Vote
A deadline to place an initiative for a new Texas League on the ballot has passed in Lubbock without a formal filing, clouding the city’s pursuit of a team. (more…)
Phillies, BlueClaws Extend PDC
The Lakewood BlueClaws (Low A; Sally League) are continuing their relationship with the Philadelphia Phillies, as the two sides have reached a player development contract (PDC) extension. This four-year pact keeps the two teams paired through the 2020 season. (more…)
Sea Dogs to Welcome Nine Millionth Fan
A major attendance milestone is on tap, as the Portland Sea Dogs (Class AA; Eastern League) are set to welcome their nine millionth fan. That threshold is expected to be reached on Thursday, when the Sea Dogs take on the Trenton Thunder at Hadlock Field. (more…)
Hartford Mayor: No Thanks to Solomon’s Financial Offer
Well, that didn’t take long: a day after Hartford Yard Goats (Class AA; Eastern League) owner Josh Solomon offered to finance the remaining work on Dunkin’ Donuts Park, Mayor Luke Bronin rejected the offer, saying it was up to the city’s insurer to cover the costs. (more…)
Excitement Builds in Kinston
Minor League Baseball is returning to Grainger Stadium and, if early reactions are any indication, Kinston is elated about its new team. (more…)
Yard Goats Release 2017 Sched; Solomon Offers to Pay for Ballpark Work
The Hartford Yard Goats (Class AA; Eastern League) have released a 2017 home schedule, with an opening date for Dunkin’ Donuts Park set for April 13 — and owner Josh Solomon is willing to spend his own money to make it happen. (more…)
Volcanoes, Giants Extend Player Development Contract
Another PDC to report: the Salem-Keizer Volcanoes (Short Season A; Northwest League) and the San Francisco Giants extended their player-development contract (PDC) through the 2018 season. (more…)
Esurance, MiLB Announce Rising Stars Winners
Minor League Baseball and Esurance have announced the winners in their 2016 Rising Star Students program. This initiative, which awards $5,000 for college expenses to students in select cities, is the result of the strategic partnership between MiLB and Esurance. (more…)
Billings, Reds Extend Player Development Contract
The Billings Mustangs (Rookie; Pioneer League) and the Cincinnati Reds extended their player-development contract (PDC) through 2018, a relationship that began in 1974. (more…)