First PCL schedules released; still no word on Portland destination
The first Pacific Coast League schedules are being released, and they all show the same thing: Portland. But we know the Beavers won’t be playing at PGE Park next season, so the name is just a placeholder, as no decision has been made about the future of the team. But with some increased ballpark talk […]
Colorado Springs, Rockies extend PDC
The Colorado Springs Sky Sox (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) and the Colorado Rockies have extended their Player Development Contract through the end of the 2012 baseball season, team officials announced today. “The Colorado Rockies Organization is very pleased to extend our contract with the Sky Sox, and we are proud to remain a part […]
Avista Stadium to host hockey game this winter
Avista Stadium, the home of the Spokane Indians (short-season A; Northwest League), will host a hockey game featuring the Spokane Chiefs — another team owned by Brett Sports — this winter. The Spokane Chiefs will host the Kootenay Ice at Avista Stadium on Saturday, January 15, 2011 in the first ever outdoor event hosted by […]
Brewers, Helena extend PDC for two more years
The Milwaukee Brewers announced today a two-year player development contract extension with the Helena Brewers of the rookie Pioneer League through the 2012 season. “We are very pleased to extend our player development contract with the Helena Brewers,” said Brewers Executive Vice President and General Manager Doug Melvin. “The Pioneer League provides a competitive experience […]
Vegas mayor: We’re ready to build ballpark for American League team
Mayor Oscar Goodman says his city has launched talks regarding a new 45,000-seat roofed ballpark in downtown Las Vegas, adding that an American League team is involved. Two guesses as to what team he’s alluding to, but be warned: Goodman’s enthusiasm sometimes outpaces reality. During his weekly press conference today, Goodman discussed the early stages […]
Everett, Seattle agree on two-year PDC extension
The Everett AquaSox and the Seattle Mariners have agreed to a two-year extension to the Player Development Contract, binding the team’s affiliation through the 2012 season. The agreement was finalized Wednesday afternoon. “We are excited to extend our great partnership with the Mariners,” said AquaSox Executive Vice President Tom Backemeyer. “It’s a perfect fit on […]
Tacoma, Seattle extend PDC
No surprise here: the Tacoma Rainiers and the Seattle Mariners announced an extension to their player-development deal through 2014. “We are thrilled to continue our partnership with the Mariners, especially as we open a newly renovated Cheney Stadium in 2011,” said Rainiers President Aaron Artman. “They have been terrific partners, since ownership purchased the […]
Round Rock expected to shift affiliation to Rangers
With Nolan Ryan now an owner of the Texas Rangers, it’s widely expected that the Texas Triple-A affiliation will shift to the Round Rock Express from the Oklahoma City RedHawks. Technically, MLB and MiLB teams cannot be discussing affiliation shifts until the end of the year. And we’re not suggesting that anything formal has been […]
Intimidators: Lack of new lease may mean lack of team
As Rowan County dithers over a new lease that would give more control of Fieldcrest Cannon Stadium to the Kannapolis Intimidators (Low Class A; Sally League) and eliminate county payments for ballpark upkeep, ownership warns that the team could be on the way out if profits aren’t increased. The team’s lease at Fieldcrest Cannon Stadium […]
O-Royals no more?
A new ballpark may not be the only change for the Omaha Royals (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) next season, as the team is soliciting suggestions for a new team name. Beginning Saturday, August 21, fans will aid in the team’s ultimate decision on a name by being able to submit their ideas in […]
Skyhawks shooting for coin-toss record
Fans at tonight’s Sussex Skyhawks (independent; Can-Am Association) game will attempt to set a Guinness World Record for simultaneous coin tosses. Each fan in attendance at tonight’s game will receive a free nickel to use during the post-game toss courtesy of the event’s sponsor, Lakeland Bank. The current record of 1,117 people was set by […]
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Kingport may turn away K-Mets
The city of Kingport may decide to walk away from a Kingsport Mets (rookie; Appalachian League) lease because it wants more control over Hunter Wright Stadium. The K-Mets have been one of the more successful franchises in the Appy League over the years, regularly in the top half of the circuit in attendance. The city, […]