New for 2019: Syracuse Mets
The Syracuse Chiefs are no more, as the team has officially rebranded as the Syracuse Mets (Class AAA; International League). (more…)
Oakland A’s Part Ways with Flagship Radio Station
The Oakland A’s are parting ways with flagship radio station 95.7 FM The Game, a decision that comes with the expiration of a multiyear contract. (more…)
Looking Ahead: 2019 MLB Ballpark Renovations
Yes, we know we’ve not even reached the end of the league championship series, but planning for the 2019 MLB season is already well underway. Here’s a first look at what teams have planned for their fans next season. (more…)
Atlantic League Announces 2018 Awards
The independent Atlantic League has announced the recipients of its 2018 Post-Season Administrative/Community Honors. Winners were selected through voting from league club managers and executives. (more…)
First National Bank Field Naming Rights Extended
The Greensboro Grasshoppers (Low A; Sally League) and First National Bank have announced an extension of their naming-rights agreement for First National Bank Field. (more…)
Missoula Osprey Sold
A sale of the Missoula Osprey (Rookie; Pioneer League) is taking shape, as the team will be purchased by Peter Davis and Susan Crampton Davis of Seattle, pending final approvals. (more…)
Frontier League to Field 10 Teams in 2019
After losing two markets to the summer-collegiate ranks, the independent Frontier League will field 10 teams during its 2019 season. (more…)
Worcester Works to Move Ballpark Financing Forward
Financing for a new Worcester, MA ballpark for the relocating Pawtucket Red Sox (Class AAA; International League) is taking shape, as officials are planning a special taxing district around the facility. (more…)
Fans Take Memorabilia From Lawrence-Dumont Stadium
Over the weekend, fans removed seats and other items from Wichita’s Lawrence-Dumont Stadium, another sign of the ballpark’s impending demolition. (more…)
Chase Field Synthetic Turf on Tap for 2019
The Arizona Diamondbacks are embarking on one big change for the 2019 season: synthetic turf designed for baseball will replace the grass turf at Chase Field. (more…)
2018 Best New Logo/Branding: Copa de La Diversión
Ballpark Digest annually honors the team executing the best rebranding, from design to reception. This year is different: There is one winner, with 33 different teams represented. Minor League Baseball’s Copa de La Diversión was an ambitious nationwide campaign and overwhelming success, earning our Best New Logo(s)/Branding of the Year citation. (more…)
Worcester Considers Ballpark Design Firms
A designer for the new Worcester, MA ballpark for the relocating Pawtucket Red Sox (Class AAA; International League) could soon be selected, as seven firms are being considered. (more…)
New Kingsport Mets Ballpark Disucssed
A new Kingsport Mets (Rookie; Appalachian League) ballpark could be in the works, as a plan to construct a new downtown facility is being floated. (more…)