The city wants $30,000 for a one-year lease of Harry Grove Stadium, while the Frederick Keys say they’ll pay $17,000. Meanwhile, neither side is talking long-term lease, as the city looks at how much the ballpark would cost without professional baseball.The city of Frederick and the management of the Frederick Keys (High Class A; Carolina […]
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G-Braves announce broadcast team
In the broadcast booth for the new Gwinnett Braves: Josh Caray and Brian Jordan.The Gwinnett Braves (Class AAA; International League) and Comcast/Charter Sports Southeast (CSS) have signed a four-year exclusive television partnership that includes the broadcast of a minimum of 25 games beginning in 2009. Current pre-game analyst for the Atlanta Braves and former Brave, […]
R-Phils to test limits with ultimate in all-you-can-eat promotions: Gluttony Night
We’ve seen first-hand how much food Reading Phillies fans can pack away, so GM Scott Hunsicker should be worried about running out of hot dogs and funnel cakes. Mmmmm, funnel cakes.The Reading Phillies (Class AA; Eastern League) are looking for big eaters to attend Gluttony Night on May 19. For just $12, fans can eat […]
TinCaps to feature Treetop Rooftop seating at new ballpark
Modeled after the famous rooftop seats surrounding Wrigley Field, the Treetop Rooftop area at Parkview Field should be some of the most unique seats in minor-league baseball.Modeled after the famous rooftop seats surrounding Wrigley Field, the Treetop Rooftop area at Parkview Field, the new home of the Fort Wayne TinCaps (Low Class A; Midwest League) should be some of […]
Dale and Thomas Popcorn walks away from Kernels naming-rights deal; Perfect Game steps in
The home of the Cedar Rapids Kernels will now be known as Perfect Game Field at Veterans Memorial Stadium.The home of the Cedar Rapids Kernels (Low Class A; Midwest League) will now be known as Perfect Game Field at Veterans Memorial Stadium after Dale and Thomas Popcorn backed out of their naming-rights deal a year […]
Salem Red Sox sign lease extension
The Salem Red Sox and the City of Salem have reached an agreement on a two-year lease for the team’s home facility, which shall be renamed Lewis-Gale Field at Salem Memorial Ballpark. The Salem Red Sox (High Class A; Carolina League) and the City of Salem, Virginia announced today that they have reached an agreement on […]
It’s official: Whitecaps unveil 4,800-calorie burger
As we first reported a few weeks ago, the West Michigan Whitecaps are offering a burger to end all burgers: a 4,800-calorie monstrosity that can feed a family of four.As we first reported a few weeks ago, the West Michigan Whitecaps (Low Class A; Midwest Leaguer) are offering a burger to end all burgers: a […]
New Tulsa ballpark design approved
A second run at the design of ONEOK Field from the Tulsa Drillers (Class AA; Texas League) and Populous adds Art Deco touches, drops the Prairie School motif and explicitly includes decorative elements from the site and the state. The design was approved yesterday by the Tulsa Stadium Trust. The $39.2-million ballpark is a cornerstone […]
Storm works to reduce gas emissions at ballpark — literally
To reduce gas emissions generated by overeager participants, the Lake Elsinore Storm is giving away Subtle Butt flatulence filters to fans at the Tuesday All-U-Can-Eat extravaganza. Really.To reduce gas emissions generated by overeager participants, the Lake Elsinore Storm (High Class A; California League) is giving away Subtle Butt flatulence filters to fans at the Fat […]
I-Indians give fans choice on Opening Day field pattern
The latest from the Indianapolis Indians: giving fans the choice about what pattern is mown into the outfield turf at Victory Field on Opening Day.The Indianapolis Indians (Class AAA; International League) have unveiled new fan poll, giving them a say on what mowing pattern will appear on the Victory Field playing surface for the Tribe’s […]
Mellencamp, Dylan to embark on ballpark concert tour
In the works: John Mellencamp is putting together a summer concert tour that would include plenty of stops at minor-league ballparks. With him: Bob Dylan and (potentially) Willie Nelson.In the works: John Mellencamp is putting together a summer concert tour that would include plenty of stops at minor-league ballparks. With him: Bob Dylan and (potentially) […]
Dash announces new mascot; still working on new ballpark
Bolt is the name of the new Winston-Salem Dash mascot, but he’ll begin the year at Ernie Shore Field — and it’s still not clear how long he’ll entertain fans there.Bolt is the name of the new Winston-Salem Dash (High Class A; Carolina League) mascot, but he’ll begin the year at Ernie Shore Field — […]
Raley Field / Sacramento River Cats
Raley Field isn’t really a downtown ballpark, being 15 minutes away and across the river from downtown Sacramento. It’s definitely not a suburban ballpark, located in a disused warehouse/industrial area. Let’s just say it’s an urban ballpark and leave it at that — besides proclaiming Raley Field a great ballpark. FAST FACTS Year Opened: 2000 […]