The High Desert Mavericks (High Class A; California League) will be in Adelanto for at least three more years after signing a new lease for Stater Brothers Stadium. The deal, which kicks in next season, is slightly different than the team’s current lease. The team will pay less in rent after assuming the costs of field maintenance, […]
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Hooks, Corpus Christi extend Whataburger Field lease through 2035
The Corpus Christi Hooks (Class AA; Texas League) and the city have reached a tentative agreement to extend the team’s lease at Whataburger Field by 15 years, through 2035. Ryan Sanders Baseball officials made thre announcement today. Ryan Sanders Baseball ownership includes Nolan Ryan, his sons Reid and Reese along with Don Sanders and his sons […]
New Britain to host 2013 Eastern League All-Star Game
The New Britain Rock Cats are hosting the 2013 Eastern League All-Star Game on July 10 at New Britain Stadium. The two-day All-Star festivities will also include additional community events beginning on July 9 and continuing through July 10. “We are extremely honored that the Eastern League has chosen the Rock Cats to host the […]
Lake Elsinore, Padres extend PDC
More affiliation news: the San Diego Padres and Lake Elsinore Storm (High Class A; Cal League) have extended their player-development contract (PDC) through the 2014 season. “We have built a great winning tradition over the last 12 years with the Padres, winning two Cal League Championships and getting into the playoffs 10 of the 11 […]
Rochester, Twins renew PDC
The Rochester Red Wings (Class AAA; International League) and the Minnesota Twins renewed their player-development contract (PDC) for two more years. Red Wings President/CEO Naomi Silver and Twins General Manager Terry Ryan made the joint announcement. The working agreement began in 2003 following the Red Wings’ 42-year affiliation with the Baltimore Orioles from 1961- 2002 and […]
Bees to welcome three-millionth fan
The Burlington Bees (Low Class A: Midwest League) are on the verge of a major milestone: the team should welcome to Community Field the three-millionth fan in team history before the end of the season. “It’s really quite a big number when you think about it,” said Bees General Manager Chuck Brockett. “We owe a […]
Protesters to “Occupy City Hall” over new El Paso ballpark
Upset that city voters aren’t being asked to approve a $50-million ballpark for a Class AAA team, El Paso activists are planning an “Occupy City Hall” protest for next Monday. The issue: the city went ahead and negotiated a new downtown ballpark for a local group buying and relocating the Tucson Padres (Class AAA; Pacific […]
Fisher Cats welcome three-millionth fan
The New Hampshire Fisher Cats (Class AA; Eastern League) welcomed the three-millionth fan in team history to Northeast Delta Dental Stadium tonight. Milford, N.H. resident Brian Hutcheons and his family were presented with an Fisher Cats prize pack, which included four season tickets to the 2013 season. “Congratulations to Brian for being the three-millionth fan […]
Stars, Brewers talking PDC renewal
Though the Milwaukee Brewers remain unhappy with the condition of Joe Davis Stadium, GM Doug Melvin was in town to discuss player-development renewal with the Huntsville Stars (Class AA; Southern League). There are only six open affiliations at the Class AA level, and we expect half of them — Binghamton/Mets, Akron/Indians, Jacksonville/Marlins — to renew. So, realistically, there are only two […]
Global Spectrum, SMG vying for Jacksonville ballpark management
Global Spectrum and SMG are vying to manage the Baseball Grounds of Jacksonville, home of the Jacksonville Suns (Class AA; Southern League), with the decision generating some controversy. The city wants to sign a contract with Global Spectrum to manage the ballpark, Veterans Memorial Arena and EverBank Field, home of the NFL’s Jacksonville Jaguars. All […]
Kernels pitch ballpark improvements, repairs
The Cedar Rapids Kernels (Low Class A; Midwest League) and the Veterans Memorial Commission are proposing $3 million in upgrades and repairs to Veterans Memorial Stadium. The proposed spending at Veterans Memorial Stadium, which would include $500,000 from the team, would replace the scoreboard originally installed when the ballpark opened in 2002. It would also address […]
C-Tigers to host 2013 NY-Penn All-Star Game
The Connecticut Tigers are set to host the 2013 NY-Penn League All-Start Game on Tuesday, August 13, 2013 at Dodd Stadium in Norwich. “We’re thrilled and honored to bring the New York-Penn League All-Star Game to Norwich in our fourth season at Dodd,” said Connecticut Tigers Vice President/General Manager C.J. Knudsen. “It will be a […]
Giants, GreenJackets extend PDC
It’s two more years for the Augusta GreenJackets (Low Class A; Sally League) and the San Francisco Giants, who renewed their player development contract (PDC) through the 2014 season. “We’re pleased to have the San Francisco Giants back with us to continue our partnership and the development of future major leaguers here in Augusta.” said GreenJackets […]