Nanaimo West Coast League Team on Tap for 2021
A Nanaimo, BC-based team in the summer-collegiate West Coast League has been announced, with the expansion club to begin play as the circuit’s 13th team in 2021. The yet-to-be-named club will play home games at Serauxmen Stadium. (more…)
Nashville Sounds Donate $100,000 to Aid Tornado Relief Effort
The Nashville Sounds (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League), on behalf of owners Frank Ward and Masahiro Honzawa, have announced a donation of $100,000 towards supporting families affected by the tornadoes in Nashville. The donation is to Music City Inc., the 501c(3) charitable foundation of the Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp. (more…)
Miles Wolff’s Sale of Burlington Baseball Inc. Marks End of Era
Long-time owner Miles Wolff‘s sale of Burlington Baseball Inc. is prompting a flood of appreciation for his contributions to Minor League Baseball, both in Burlington and beyond. (more…)
Personnel News: Pawtucket, Lansing
We have personnel news to report from the Pawtucket Red Sox (Class AAA; International League) and the Lansing Lugnuts (Low A; Midwest League). (more…)
Yard Goats Extending Dunkin’ Donuts Park Netting
The Hartford Yard Goats (Class AA; Eastern League) are extending protective netting at Dunkin’ Donuts Park, with the project to be completed in advance of the 2020 season. (more…)
Future of MLB Game Broadcasts Still Being Developed
The future of MLB game broadcasts is still being developed, as teams explore a variety of strategies to reach listeners and viewers while also monetizing a valuable asset. (more…)
Hartford Signs Deal for Development Around Dunkin’ Donuts Park
The City of Hartford and a Stamford-based developer have signed a development agreement for parcels around Dunkin’ Donuts Park, kick-starting a process to bring new amenities to the area. (more…)
Oconomowoc Ballpark Proposal Approved
A planned new ballpark in the far Milwaukee suburbs is moving forward, as the Oconomowoc Common Council has approved a proposed facility that could open by the 2021 summer-collegiate season. (more…)
No Structural Damage to First Horizon Park After Tornadoes
Following a series of deadly tornadoes that struck the region, the Nashville Sounds (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) said Tuesday that no structural damage had been found at First Horizon Park. (more…)
Polar Park Construction Making Progress
Early signs of a finished product are taking shape at the Polar Park construction site in Worcester, with crews preparing for upcoming project milestones. (more…)
Coronavirus Risk Raises Questions About MLB London Series
The status of a potential coronavirus outbreak is raising questions about a pair of Major League Baseball games slated for London in June, as teams brace for possible scheduling and travel changes. (more…)
Google Cloud Named Official MLB Cloud Partner
Google Cloud is now Major League Baseball‘s Official Cloud and Cloud Data and Analytics partner, as MLB and Google announce a multiyear partnership with implications on Statcast and more. (more…)
Personnel News: Gary, Idaho Falls
We have personnel news to report from the Gary SouthShore RailCats (independent; American Association) and the Idaho Falls Chukars (Rookie; Pioneer League). (more…)