Contraction in Flux, as Lowell Spinners May Escape Dream League
We may be seeing some effects from a bipartisan Congressional group opposing contraction, as the Lowell Spinners (Short Season A; NY-Penn League) are reportedly escaping an exile to an independent Dream League and instead could be upgraded to a full-season franchise. (more…)
C-USA Baseball Tournament’s Future at MGM Park Unclear
Questions are being raised about the future of the Conference USA baseball tournament at Biloxi’s MGM Park, with rising costs reportedly among the challenges facing event organizers. (more…)
Reverchon Park Proposal Up for Reconsideration
After failing to clear the Dallas City Council last month, a proposal from a group led by Dallas Mavericks general manager Donnie Nelson to renovate Reverchon Park will be reconsidered Wednesday. (more…)
Special Tax District to Help Cover Wichita Ballpark Costs
Revenue from a special tax district will help cover Wichita’s debt on a $75-million ballpark for the Wichita Wind Surge (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League), as the city council approved those plans Tuesday. (more…)
Brunswick CPL Ballpark Negotiations Continue
Negotiations over a proposed Brunswick, GA ballpark for a summer-collegiate Coastal Plain League team are ongoing, as city officials and project backers discuss terms behind the proposal. (more…)
2020 MLB-MiLB Ballpark Opening Dates
Now that the calendar has turned to 2020, we are closer to the opening of several new ballparks across Major League Baseball and affiliated Minor League Baseball. (more…)
Personnel News: Charleston, Carolina
We have personnel news to report from the Charleston RiverDogs (Low A; Sally League) and the Carolina Mudcats (High A; Carolina League). (more…)
Oakland A’s COO Chris Giles Resigns
Oakland A’s COO Chris Giles has resigned from his position with the team in order to launch his own venture, according to an announcement issued by the A’s on Monday. (more…)
New Royals Owner Open to Downtown KC Ballpark
Although a new ballpark would be years away, new Kansas City Royals owner John Sherman sounds open to exploring options for a downtown facility that would replace Kauffman Stadium. (more…)
Cooley Law School Stadium Extended Netting Explored
Protective netting could be extended at Cooley Law School Stadium, as discussions are taking place about running the netting to the end of the foul lines at the Lansing Lugnuts (Low A; Midwest League) home. (more…)
Target Field, Minnesota Wild to Host 2021 NHL Winter Classic
The NHL Winter Classic returns to a ballpark in 2021, as the Minnesota Wild and Target Field will host next year’s New Year’s Day outdoor game. (more…)
Louisville Slugger Field Upgrades in the Works
Plans have been filed for potential Louisville Slugger Field renovations, as the Louisville Bats (Class AAA; International League) are looking to make several major upgrades to the facility. (more…)
Milkmen Search for New Ballpark Naming-Rights Partner
The Milwaukee Milkmen (independent; American Association) are seeking a new naming-rights partnership agreement to rebrand the former Routine Field, with hopes of completing a deal by next season. (more…)