MiLB Focusing on Long-Term Media Distribution Strategy
With media rights an increasingly important part of the pro sports landscape, Minor League Baseball is entering a new phase by partnering with Octagon on a long-term media distribution strategy. (more…)
Portland Diamond Project Extends Option on Waterfront Site
The Portland Diamond Project has extended its option on the Terminal 2 port site, proposed as the location of a Major League Baseball ballpark, with the Port of Portland to further study potential transportation issues. (more…)
Save $3 on Baseball Books on Black Friday!
We know you’re a baseball fan. So as a baseball fan, you know the delight in giving or receiving a baseball book during the holiday season. During our Black Friday sale, save $3! (more…)
Sanders Slams MLB Over Contraction: Everything to Do With Greed
Presidential candidate and U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) took to Twitter to oppose Major League Baseball’s proposal to contract 42 Minor League Baseball teams, saying the move would “destroy thousands of jobs and devastate local economies.” (more…)
Fan Engagement for 2020: The New Normal
The sports industry is growing by leaps and bounds, and 2020 is the year to engage your fans on a new level of interaction, fun and new functionality, giving your team and ownership group a new reason to cheer. (more…)
Omaha Storm Chasers Announce Personnel Moves
The Omaha Storm Chasers (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) have announced several personnel moves, including the promotion of Laurie Schlender to Vice President and General Manager (more…)
Flying Squirrels Moving in Fences at The Diamond
The Richmond Flying Squirrels (Class AA; Eastern League) are making a notable change at The Diamond this offseason, moving in the fences to improve the environment for hitters. (more…)
New for 2021: Worcester Red Sox
In a move that surprises absolutely no one, the relocating Pawtucket Red Sox (Class AAA; International League) will become the Worcester Red Sox–or WooSox for short–in 2021 upon arrival at Polar Park. (more…)
Addressing MLB’s Player-Development Concerns Without Contraction
With Major League Baseball laying out its reasons for eliminating 42 Minor League Baseball teams, there has been plenty of buzz in the industry about how these concerns can be addressed without full-scale contraction. Here are some solutions floated within the industry. (more…)
Anaheim Mayor: Discussions with Angels Positive
While neither side is disclosing exact details that are being discussed, Anaheim mayor Harry Sidhu has characterized discussions with the Los Angeles Angels over a long-term ballpark plan as positive. (more…)
Shakopee Ballpark Backers Targeting American Association Entry
Backers of a proposed 8,000-plus-capacity ballpark in Shakopee, located in the southwest quadrant of the Twin Cities, are hoping to place an independent American Association club in the facility. (more…)
Ottawa Officials Back OSEG, Goldeyes Ownership for RCGT Park Lease
Ottawa officials are endorsing an RCGT Park lease proposal from Ottawa Sports and Entertainment Group and Winnipeg Goldeyes (independent; American Association) ownership, backing it over a bid from a group that has a tentative agreement to buy the Ottawa Champions. (more…)
Settlement Reached in ROC Ventures, Routine Baseball Dispute
A settlement has been reached in the legal case between Milwaukee Milkmen (independent; American Association) ownership and ballpark naming-rights partner Routine Baseball, bringing resolution to a dispute between the two sides. (more…)