Bristol Planning Ballpark Improvements
To make Boyce Cox Field more viable for the Bristol Pirates (rookie; Appalachian League), Bristol, Va officials are considering a variety of improvements to the ballpark. (more…)
Alternative Ballpark Realities
The best Major League Baseball ballparks are products of their surroundings, presenting a style and atmosphere reflective of their locale. While it is hard to picture some of the game’s premier venues at other locations, many of these ballparks were once considered for ultimately unused sites. (more…)
Seattle Mariners Sold; Lincoln To Step Down as CEO
Nintendo of America is selling its majority share of the Seattle Mariners and its minority stake in ROOT Sports NW to current minority investor First Avenue Entertainment (FAE), in a deal that values the team and the sports-network share at $1.4 billion. (more…)
Pippins to Host 2017 WCL All-Star Game
The Yakima Valley Pippins (summer collegiate; West Coast League) will host the 2017 West Coast League (WCL) All-Star Game. (more…)
Richmond, Flying Squirrels Present New Ballpark Plan
Will this finally get done? We have a proposal from Richmond Mayor Dwight Jones, the Richmond Flying Squirrels (Class AA; Eastern League) and Virginia Commonwealth University for a new ballpark near the team’s current home, The Diamond. (more…)
Pacifics Announce “Get Dirty” Campaign
In a drastic step to raise awareness for water conservation, the San Rafael Pacifics (independent; Pacific Association) are launching the Get Dirty With the Pacifics campaign. As part of this effort, the Pacifics will reduce their water consumption by not washing their uniforms after home games that are attended by 500 or more fans. (more…)
Bombers to Wear Fruity Pebble Jerseys
Complete with a Fruity Pebbles-inspired jersey, the Battle Creek Bombers (summer collegiate; Northwoods League) will celebrate Cereal Night on July 9. (more…)
Aggies Mulling New Softball Facility
Some sweeping changes could be on tap for Texas A&M Aggies softball, as the university is mulling a new ballpark for the program. (more…)
Tourists Unveil “Beer City” Unis
Adding a new wrinkle to the specialty jersey trend, the Asheville Tourists (Low A; Sally League) will become the Beer City Tourists on June 2. It is fitting that the Tourists are delivering this concept, as both the team and the City of Asheville are a perfect fit for this promotion. (more…)
Dunkin’ Donuts Park Facing Potential Delay
As the May 31 home opener for the Hartford Yard Goats (Class AA; Eastern League) draws closer, issues with the dimensions at Dunkin’ Donuts Park have put that date in doubt. (more…)
River Rocker Added to Modern Woodmen Park
Another attraction is coming to Modern Woodmen Park, as the Quad Cities River Bandits (Low A; Midwest League) are adding the River Rocker. (more…)
Astros, Rangers Exploring Carolina League Teams
Well, the cat is out of the bag: The Houston Astros are looking at placing a High A team at a new Fayetteville ballpark, while the Texas Rangers are still eying a team in Kinston, as work progresses on moving two teams from the California League to the Carolina League. (more…)
SEC to Visit Zephyr Field
As the SEC searches for a home for its tournament in 2017 and beyond, conference officials will visit New Orleans’ Zephyr Field on April 30. To boost their ballpark’s chances of landing the tournament, the New Orleans Zephyrs (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) are planning a special promotion for that evening’s game. (more…)