Elmore Sports Group confirmed the potential move of the Colorado Springs Sky Sox (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) to a new downtown San Antonio ballpark, while also promising to keep baseball in town with a lower-level team. (more…)
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Colorado Springs Sky Sox To San Antonio? Maybe
Elmore Sports Group isn’t closing the door on moving the Colorado Springs Sky Sox (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) to a new downtown San Antonio ballpark, according to a statement from the team. (more…)
New Amenities Added to Werner Park
As it celebrates its fifth anniversary, Werner Park, home of the Omaha Storm Chasers (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League), is receiving a full slate of new amenities. (more…)
Craig Stein Honored by Fightin Phils
Before last night’s Phillies Futures Game, the Reading Figthin Phils (Class AA; Eastern League) honored owner Craig Stein with a bronze plaque outside of FirstEnergy Stadium. Stein, who has owned the club since 1986, joined a limited circle of influential Reading baseball figures to be recognized at the ballpark over the last 50 years, as his enshrinement adds to a group […]
Kannapolis: We’ll Take Year to Map New Ballpark Plan
With new owners taking over the Kannapolis Intimidators (Low A; Sally League), the Kannapolis City Council will take up to a year to decide whether to move forward on a new downtown ballpark. (more…)
New from the Whitecaps: Dutch Love
The West Michigan Whitecaps (Low A; Midwest League) are at it again. Known for their past unveiling of bold food offerings such as the Fifth Third Burger and the Hot-to-Tot, the Whitecaps are rolling out Dutch Love, a loaded new wrap that will be sold at Fifth Third Ballpark this season. (more…)
Bisons Desire PDC Extension with Blue Jays
The Buffalo Bisons (Class AAA; International League) and the Toronto Blue Jays are entering the fourth season of their affiliation, and that relationship could continue. The Bisons have stated their interest in extending their player development contract (PDC) with the Blue Jays, and are confident that a new deal will be reached. (more…)
San Antonio Triple-A Announcement Expected
A plan to bring a Triple-A Pacific Coast League team to a new downtown San Antonio ballpark is expected to be announced next week by Elmore Sports Group, owner of the San Antonio Missions (Class AA; Texas League). (more…)
Bulls Unveil DURM Night Unis
For DURM Night on June 9, the Durham Bulls (Class AAA; International League) will take the field in uniforms that are about as locally-inspired as possible. Thanks to the design work of local clothier RUNAWAY, the Bulls will sport specialty jerseys and hats for the promotion. (more…)
IronPigs Introduce New Majestic Uniforms
A first-of-its kind uniform deal in Minor League Baseball is now official, as the Lehigh Valley IronPigs (Class AAA; International League) will now sport Majestic Athletic uniforms. Majestic, which outfits all 30 Major League Baseball squads, is not only equipping the IronPigs with brand new uniform designs, but is providing the team with a Flex Base jersey style. (more…)
Suns, 102.3 The Beach Sign Radio Deal
The Jacksonville Suns (Class AA; Southern League) have a flagship station for 2016, as the team has signed a deal with 102.3 The Beach. The agreement between the Suns Baseball Network and the Chesapeake-Portsmouth Broadcasting Corporation ensures that all 140 regular season games will be heard on 102.3 FM, which would also air any potential playoff contests. (more…)
SeaWolves Sign Lease Extension Through 2020
The Erie SeaWolves (Class AA; Eastern League) and Erie Events have announced a new lease agreement that will keep the Seawolves in town through 2020. A major change that could result from the deal is the name of the ballpark, as the Seawolves can now sell naming rights to Jerry Uht Park. (more…)
Promotions Watch: MiLB Bobbleheads
For years, bobbleheads have been promotional staples around Minor League Baseball. This year will be no exception, as bobblehead giveaways are featured on most schedules, with many teams taking unique approaches. This week’s Promotions Watch looks at a few bobblehead nights around the minors, featuring players, local celebrities, movie characters, and more. (more…)