San Jose Giants Announce Mason Saunders Night
The San Jose Giants (High A; California League) will honor the later ego of Madison Bumgarner on June 5, when they host Mason Saunders Night. (more…)
St. Paul Saints Announce Astro the Grouch Giveaway
In an apparent nod to the Houston Astros sign-stealing scandal, the St. Paul Saints (independent; American Association) will giveaway Astro the Grouch talking bobbleheads on July 31. (more…)
NBT Bank Stadium Upgrades Taking Shape
Renovation work continues at NBT Bank Stadium, as the Syracuse Mets (Class AAA; International League) prepare to debut several ballpark upgrades when the 2020 season begins. (more…)
Cardinals Sue Trust, Alleging Hammons Field Lease Violations
The Springfield Cardinals (Class AA; Texas League) have filed a lawsuit against the JQH Trust Fund, alleging that it has failed to live up to its obligations under the Hammons Field lease agreement. (more…)
Durham Bulls Extending DBAP Protective Netting
The Durham Bulls (Class AAA; International League) will upgrade and extend protective netting at Durham Bulls Athletic Park ahead of the 2020 season. The extended netting will cover most sections in the lower seating bowl. (more…)
Chihuahuas Strike Partnership with Professional Sports Catering
The El Paso Chihuahuas (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) have formed a partnership with Professional Sports Catering, which becomes the new food and beverage provider for Southwest University Park. Also included in the partnership is professional soccer’s El Paso Locomotive FC (USL Championship). (more…)
2021 WBC Dates and Ballparks Unveiled
Dates and host ballparks have been announced for the 2021 World Baseball Classic, as the fifth installment of the event will take place in March 2021. (more…)
Chuck Schumer, MLB Officials Visit NYSEG Stadium
A contingent highlighted by U.S. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) and MLB officials visited NYSEG Stadium Monday, continuing the push to spare the Binghamton Rumble Ponies (Class AA; Eastern League) from contraction. (more…)
Savannah Bananas to Make Grayson Stadium Ad-Free Ballpark
Beginning with the 2020 season, fans will not see billboards or signage in Grayson Stadium, as the Savannah Bananas (summer collegiate; Coastal Plain League) announce an ad-free ballpark initiative. (more…)
Birmingham Barons Announce Regions Field Upgrades
The Birmingham Barons (Class AA; Southern League) have announced upgrades to Regions Field that will be completed prior to the 2020 season, including new AirFlow Mesh seats for the newly named Dread River Lounge. In addition, the team is extending protective netting at the ballpark. (more…)
Lafayette Issues RFP for Tenant to New Ballpark
Lafayette, IN has issued a request for proposals (RFP) for teams interested in occupying its new ballpark, leaving questions about whether the Lafayette Aviators (summer collegiate; Prospect League) will ultimately use the facility. (more…)
MiLB, Stouffer’s Announce Multiyear Partnership
Minor League Baseball has struck a multiyear partnership with Stouffer’s, making the brand the “Official Macaroni & Cheese” of MiLB, as well as the “Official Lasagna” and “Official Frozen Prepared Meals” of MiLB. (more…)
Could MLB Return to Field of Dreams Site After 2020?
This summer’s Major League Baseball game at the Field of Dreams site is prompting ambitions of more events, as the site’s owner and operator is hopeful MLB will consider returning in future seasons. (more…)