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Nielsen, Douglas, Cheek, Hinojosa win turf awards

Tom Nielsen (Triple-A), Dan Douglas (Double-A), Opie Cheek (Class A) and Israel Hinojosa III (Short-Season/Rookie) have been named classification winners in the annual Sports Turf Manager of the Year Awards, sponsored by the Sports Turf Managers Association (STMA).Tom Nielsen (Triple-A), Dan Douglas (Double-A), Opie Cheek (Class A) and Israel Hinojosa III (Short-Season/Rookie) have been named […]

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BayBears unveil new logos, marks

With a strong nod to the strong baseball history in the Azalea City, the Mobile BayBears unveiled their new logos and brand experience. “BayBears Classic” pays homage to the heritage of baseball in Mobile. Hank Aaron, Satchel Paige, The Bolling Brothers, Ozzie Smith, Jake Peavy – This is truly Mobile’s Pastime. In addition, The BayBears […]

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Lieppman, Montoyo win Bender, Coolbaugh Awards

Oakland Athletics Director of Player Development Keith Lieppman and Durham Bulls Manager Charlie Montoyo as the recipients of the second annual Sheldon “Chief” Bender and Mike Coolbaugh Awards, respectively. Oakland Athletics Director of Player Development Keith Lieppman and Durham Bulls Manager Charlie Montoyo as the recipients of the second annual Sheldon “Chief” Bender and Mike […]

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Dannemiller named Rawlings Woman Executive of The Year

Greensboro Grasshoppers Vice President of Baseball Operations Katie Dannemiller snares the prestigious Rawlings Woman Executive of The Year award.Greensboro Grasshoppers (Low Class A; Sally League) Vice President of Baseball Operations Katie Dannemiller has been chosen as the 2009 recipient of the Rawlings Woman Executive of The Year award. The prominent award has been given out […]

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Ballpark Notes for Nov. 13, 2009

Comings and goings in Winston-Salem and Harrisburg. Some personnel notes from this week. First, Ed Collari has left the Winston-Salem Dash (High Class A; Carolina League) for another position in the Winston-Salem area. Ed was head of broadcasting and media relations for the Dash during a very trying 2009 season. No word on a replacement. […]

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San Jose wins Johnson Trophy; Chattanooga Wins MacPhail Trophy

The San Jose Giants and the Chattanooga Lookouts are the winners of two of Minor League Baseball's major awards: the John H. Johnson President’s Trophy and Larry MacPhail Trophy, respectively.The San Jose Giants and the Chattanooga Lookouts are the winners of two of Minor League Baseball's major awards: the John H. Johnson President’s Trophy and […]

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RockHounds unveil All-Star logo

The Midland RockHounds are hosting the 2010 Texas League All-Star Game. The Midland RockHounds are hosting the 2010 Texas League All-Star Game and promoting it with a new logo. The festivities begin Tuesday, June 29 with the 20th Annual West Texas Sport Banquet, followed on Wednesday with the game. Subscribers to the weekly Ballpark Digest […]

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Baldwin steps down as G-Braves GM

After 23 year as a Triple-A GM, Bruce Baldwin is stepping from his position with the Gwinnett Braves. After 23 year as a Triple-A GM, Bruce Baldwin is stepping from his position with the Gwinnett Braves (Class AAA; International League). Baldwin's baseball career began in 1982 with a stint with Pulaski in the rookie Appalachian […]

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