New Winston-Salem Dash Logo Unveiled
The Winston-Salem Dash (High A; Carolina League) has unveiled a new primary logo, marking a major change to the club’s look ahead of the 2020 season. (more…)
New Kannapolis Ballpark to Feature Kinetic Club
The Kannapolis Cannon Ballers (Low A; Sally League) have struck a partnership with Kinetic by Windstream that includes naming rights to Kinetic Club, a premium area at the team’s upcoming ballpark. In addition, the agreement includes wireless internet access for fans attending games and other events (more…)
Staten Island Yankees Announce Mini Trash Can Giveaway
On the heels of fallout from the Houston Astros sign-stealing scheme, the Staten Island Yankees (Short Season A; NY-Penn League) have announced they will give away mini trash cans in September. (more…)
Newnan CPL Ballpark Proposal Being Considered
Newnan, GA officials are considering a proposed ballpark that would host a summer-collegiate Coastal Plain League team and other events, while anchoring a mixed-use development. (more…)
IronPigs Extending Coca-Cola Park Protective Netting
The Lehigh Valley IronPigs (Class AAA; International League) will extend protective netting at Coca-Cola Park prior to the 2020 season, running it farther down both base lines. (more…)
The Oldest MiLB Team Names, Updated for 2020
What are the oldest team names in Minor League Baseball? We’ve updated a 2011 list for the 2020 season, adding the likes of Trash Pandas, Wind Surge and Sea Unicorns to the mix. (more…)
New for 2020: Truist Park
A rebranding of the former SunTrust Park is moving forward, as the Atlanta Braves unveiled the brand-new Truist Park moniker on Tuesday. (more…)
FredNats: New Fredericksburg Ballpark Construction on Track
With Opening Day just months away, the Fredericksburg Nationals (High A; Carolina League) say that their currently under-construction ballpark is on track for a scheduled April 23 debut. (more…)
New for 2020: Clover Park
First Data Field is getting a new name, as the New York Mets spring training and St. Lucie Mets (High A; Florida State League) regular-season home will be called Clover Park beginning in February. This change follows the 2019 acquisition of First Data by Fiserv. (more…)
Personnel News: Danville, Gary
We have personnel news to report from the Danville Braves (Rookie; Appalachian League) and the Gary SouthShore RailCats (independent; American Association). (more…)
Polar Park Cost Estimate Rises
The cost estimate of Worcester’s upcoming Polar Park has risen by $9.5 million over its initial estimate, with Worcester Red Sox (Class AAA; International League) ownership to cover the increase. (more…)
In Memoriam: Mary Frances Bragan
Mary Frances Bragan, the former Madame Chairman of the Jacksonville Suns (Class AA; Southern League) whose family had a significant influence on the franchise, has passed away at age 95. (more…)
Rangers: Globe Life Field Approximately 90 Percent Completed
Less than three months from its opening, Globe Life Field is making substantial progress, as the Texas Rangers announced Thursday that construction is approximately 90 percent complete. (more…)