D-Backs Evaluated BC Place in Case of Chase Field Emergency
Arizona Diamondbacks officials previously visited Vancouver’s BC Place, evaluating it as a contingency in case major structural issues arose at Chase Field. (more…)
Roger Hoover Departing Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp
Longtime Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp (Class AA; Southern League) broadcaster Roger Hoover is leaving his post with the franchise, as he is pursuing new opportunities in collegiate sports. (more…)
Toyota Field Awarded Certificate of Occupancy
Toyota Field has been awarded its certificate of occupancy, marking the official end of construction ahead of the Rocket City Trash Pandas (Class AA; Southern League) debut at the ballpark in April. The CO marks the official end of construction at the ballpark and certifies that the facility conforms to the requirements of Madison, AL’s building codes. (more…)
Blue Wahoos Stadium Protective Netting to be Extended
Protective netting at Blue Wahoos Stadium will be extended the entire length of both baselines, as the Pensacola Blue Wahoos (Class AA; Southern League) announce plans for the project. (more…)
Personnel News: Myrtle Beach, Winston-Salem
We have personnel news to report from a pair of High-A Carolina League teams, including the Myrtle Beach Pelicans and the Winston-Salem Dash. (more…)
Revised Polar Park Funding Plan Approved
In a move that addresses a roughly $30-million increase in the total project cost, the Worcester City Council unanimously approved a revised Polar Park funding plan Tuesday. (more…)
Stockton Ports Agree to Partnership with PSC
The Stockton Ports (High A; California League) have entered into a long-term partnership with concessionaire Professional Sports Catering. Through the partnership, PSC will manage all aspects of the food operations at Banner Island Ballpark, including concessions, premium, and all special events held at the facility. (more…)
Indians Explore Progressive Field Upgrades, Area Improvements
The Cleveland Indians are exploring additional, extensive Progressive Field upgrades and potential development around the ballpark, in anticipation of the team’s lease coming up in 2023. (more…)
Meet the Mets at the 2020 Clover Park Renovations
With a new exterior, a cheerier color scheme, upgraded player facilities and expanded fan spaces, Clover Park was unveiled Saturday by the New York Mets to a boisterous, happy crowd in Port St. Lucie. (more…)
UPMC Park Renovations Taking Shape
Renovations to UPMC Park are taking shape, as the Erie SeaWolves (Class AA; Eastern League) prepare to debut the latest series of improvements to the ballpark. (more…)
Kansas City T-Bones Plot Future Under New Ownership
With new ownership at the helm, the Kansas City T-Bones (independent; American Association) are plotting a future they say will include ballpark upgrades and a refined fan experience. (more…)
Winston-Salem Dash Extend BB&T Ballpark Protective Netting
The Winston-Salem Dash (High A; Carolina League) have extended protective netting at BB&T Ballpark, completing the project ahead of the 2020 season. The new net, installed by Salisbury, NC-based Sportsfield Specialities, extends down the first-base line past the Herbalife picnic terrace and down the third-base line to the foul pole on the berm. (more…)
Legends to Become Kentucky Beer Cheese August 13-15
The Lexington Legends (Low A; Sally League) will play as the Kentucky Beer Cheese from August 13-15, paying tribute to a Kentucky staple. (more…)