A report completed by city auditors last summer stalled future ballpark plans for the Vancouver Canadians (Short Season A; Northwest League), including proposed upgrades to Nat Bailey Stadium. (more…)
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North Johnson Appointed New Northwest League President
The Short Season A Northwest League has named North Johnson its new league president, as the experienced Minor League Baseball executive will begin his new role at the start of 2020. (more…)
Prospects of Proposed Boise Ballpark in Question
The prospects of a proposed Boise Hawks (Short Season A; Northwest League) are in question, as a crucial deadline for property acquisition is approaching amidst political uncertainty. (more…)
Hillsboro Hops Taking Over Timbers 2 Business Operations
The Hillsboro Hops (Short Season A; Northwest League) will take over business operations for professional soccer’s Portland Timbers 2 (USL Championship), the result of a new partnership with MLS’s Portland Timbers. (more…)
Jerry Howard Named Charles K. Murphy Patriot Award Winner
Jerry Howard of the Salem-Keizer Volcanoes (Short Season A; Northwest League) has been recognized by Minor League Baseball, receiving the fourth annual Charles K. Murphy Patriot Award. Howard will receive the award at the Baseball Winter Meetings Banquet on Sunday, Dec. 8, at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront. (more…)
Vibes Working to Land 2020 All-Star Game
The Rocky Mountain Vibes are pushing to host a major event at UCHealth Park next summer, as the team lobbies for the Northwest League/Pioneer League All-Star Game. (more…)
Northwest League President Ellis to Retire
Mike Ellis, who has served as President of the Short Season A Northwest League since 2013, has announced that he will retire as of December 2019. (more…)
Tetzlaff, Ensor Handed Executive of the Year Honors
Two season-end awards have been handed out, as Everett AquaSox General Manager Danny Tetzlaff claims Northwest League Executive of the Year, while Amarillo Sod Poodles President and General Manager Tony Ensor wins 2019 Bill Valentine Texas League Executive of the Year. (more…)
Spokane Indians Making Progress in Zero Waste Campaign
The Spokane Indians (Short Season A; Northwest League) are reporting progress in their Zero Waste by 2022 Campaign, as the team is stepping up several initiatives at Avista Stadium. (more…)
Boise Ballpark Could Obtain Auditorium District Funds
Backers of a new Boise Hawks (Short Season A; Northwest League) ballpark could seek auditorium district funding, as discussions over the potential funding source are underway. (more…)
Funko Fridays at Hit for AquaSox
A partnership with toy manufacturer Funko is having implications beyond naming rights for the Everett AquaSox‘s (Short Season A; Northwest League) Funko Field, as it is also facilitating a successful weekly promotion. (more…)
Canadians Begin Season with High Expectations
A new season could bring more success for the Vancouver Canadians (Short Season A; Northwest League), as the organization enters its 2019 campaign with high expectations. (more…)
City Could Pass Ordinance on Boise Ballpark Referendum
In a move that would effectively render a citizen-driven referendum moot, Boise officials could approve their own ordinance for a vote on a potential Boise Hawks (Short Season A; Northwest League) ballpark. (more…)