We have a new name for the home of the Johnson City Cardinals (Rookie; Appalachian League): TVA Credit Union Ballpark. (more…)
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Freund to Buy Majority Share of Redbirds
There is a change in ownership for the Memphis Redbirds (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League), as the St. Louis Cardinals are selling a majority share to Peter Freund and retaining a minority stake. Pending the approval of the Pacific Coast League, the agreement should be complete by April 1. (more…)
Promotions Watch: Cold Weather Gear
While Minor League Baseball is often associated with the warm nights of spring and summer, fans in many parts of the country will begin the season in chilly climates. To help their spectators get through the cold early-season games, many teams are giving away cold weather gear. In the latest Promotions Watch, we take (more…)
River Cats, Giants Announce PDC Extension
There is some player-development contract (PDC) news to highlight, as the Sacramento River Cats (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) and the San Francisco Giants have announced an extension through 2020. (more…)
Blue Wahoos Unveil Pink Foul Poles
The Pensacola Blue Wahoos (Class AA; Southern League) have made a striking addition to Pensacola Bayfront Stadium, which is now home to pink foul poles. These foul poles are making their debut this weekend during the Cox Diamond Invitational, with yesterday’s contest between Southern Mississippi and Michigan State marking the first game in which they were used. (more…)
Fill The House: Cyclones Reveal Full House Tribute
Always known for their original tributes to TV shows, the Brooklyn Cyclones (Short Season A; NY-Penn League) are at it again, this time with a Full House theme night. On July 9, the Cyclones will stage Brooklyn Fill the House, an homage to the former ABC sitcom Full House and its reboot, Netflix’s Fuller House. (more…)
Senators Introduce Life-Sized Bobbleheads
The Harrisburg Senators (Class AA; Eastern League) are making a very unique addition to FNB Field: The One & Only World Famous, Life Sized Bobblehead Hall of Fame. (more…)
Ballpark Preview: Spirit Communications Park
Of the upcoming opening days and ballpark introductions in Minor League Baseball, few will be as highly anticipated as Spirit Communications Park, new home of the Columbia Fireflies (Low A; Sally League). After an 11-season absence, South Carolina’s capital city is set to embark on a baseball experience that operators and planners are hoping will […]
Fisher Cats Announce Bipartisan Jersey
Election Day-related promotions will be common this year, but the New Hampshire Fisher Cats (Class AA; Eastern League) are already upping the ante with a bipartisan opening day jersey. (more…)
Officials: Dunkin’ Donuts Park on Track for May 31 Opener
Dunkin’ Donuts Park, the new downtown ballpark for the Hartford Yard Goats (Class AA; Eastern League), is on track for its scheduled May 31 opening, according to the latest update. (more…)
PSC to manage Trustmark Park concessions
Professional Sports Catering has signed a contract to manage all aspect of the food operation at Trustmark Park, home of the Mississippi Braves (Class AA; Southern League), including concessions, catering and staffing for every event at the ballpark. (more…)
Promotions Watch: College vs. MiLB
Within a matter of days before starting the season, several Minor League Baseball teams will face off against local colleges in exhibition matches. This year features an interesting slate of minor league vs. college matchups, prompting a closer look in the latest Promotions Watch. (more…)
Timber Rattlers, Sky Sox extend broadcast deals
The Wisconsin Timber Rattlers (Low A; Midwest League) and Colorado Springs Sky Sox (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) are sticking with their current radio partners in anticipation of the 2016 season. (more…)