When you have a good thing, you might as well keep it going. In the case of the Lakewood BlueClaws (Low A; Sally League) and Lakewood Township, their fruitful partnership is continuing for decades, as the BlueClaws have signed a lease extension to remain at FirstEnergy Park through 2055. (more…)
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Segra Park / Columbia Fireflies
With a unique setting and a stunning design, Segra Park, new home of the Columbia Fireflies, had a strong debut last night. But the most important takeaway will be seen over time, as the ballpark is a catalyst for development in South Carolina’s capital city. (more…)
OnDeck Continues Partnership with MiLB
This week it was announced that Minor League Baseball and online small business loan provider OnDeck will extend their corporate partnership into the 2016 season. The partnership, which began in 2015, aims to connect small businesses owners with their communities through elaborate promotions that include contests and on-field ceremonies. (more…)
Red Hats Win Fisher Cats’ Uniform Voting
For their home opener on Thursday, the New Hampshire Fisher Cats (Class AA; Eastern League) donned red caps that were selected by the fans in the bipartisan uniform voting. (more…)
Cheesy Pig Dog Highlights New Dash Menu
We have more food news in the minors, as the Winston-Salem Dash (High A; Carolina League) are introducing new stands and signature items at BB&T Ballpark. (more…)
New Dugout Suite Added in Boise
Fresh off of a strong season at the gate, the Boise Hawks (Short Season A; Northwest League) are introducing a new dugout suite at Memorial Stadium. (more…)
Cardinals Release Party Deck Rendering
Renderings for a new party deck have been released by the Johnson City Cardinals (rookie; Appalachian League), marking a milestone for a major upgrade at TVA Credit Union Ballpark. (more…)
Wild Things Spices up Grizzlies’ Offerings
Just days from their home opener, the Fresno Grizzlies (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) are introducing Wild Things, a food truck that will mix up the offerings at Chukchansi Park. (more…)
2016 American Association ASG Logo: St. Paul All The Way
We have a truly unique logo for the 2016 American Association All-Star Game, as host St. Paul Saints unveil a look that goes against most of baseball’s graphics trends with a more modern design. (more…)
Land Acquired for GreenJackets Ballpark, Development
It’s a process story, but an important one: Greenstone Properties has closed on a purchase of the 29.4 acres planned for Project Jackson, the North Augusta development that would house a new ballpark for the Augusta GreenJackets (Low A; Sally League). (more…)
Upgrades Complete at Modern Woodmen Park
Modern Woodmen Park is now equipped with remodeled bathroom and kitchen space, with the Quad Cities River Bandits (Low A; Midwest League) unveiling the latest upgrades. These alterations should enhance the fan experience at all levels of the ballpark, and better accommodate larger crowds than the previous spaces. (more…)
Next Racial Frontier for MiLB: Owners Suites
As America digests the first half of Ken Burns’ excellent documentary on Jackie Robinson, the takeaway for many will be pride in how far we’ve come since Robinson’s pioneering efforts. But more needs to be done — especially in baseball’s front offices and owners suites. (more…)
Sod Up Next For Dunkin’ Donuts Park
Another milestone in the construction of Dunkin’ Donuts Park, new home of the Hartford Yard Goats (Class AA; Eastern League): crews started laying down 90,000 square feet of Kentucky bluegrass. (more…)