Talking new Rays ballpark: roof, tech and more
We’re talking at least six years — and more likely longer — until a new Tampa Bay Rays ballpark could open, but that’s not stopping the speculation about the ballpark’s design and budget. (more…)
Canadians, Blue Jays extend affiliation
Another affiliation deal to announce: the Vancouver Canadians (short season A; Northwest League) and the Toronto Blue Jays extended their player development contract (PDC) for two more seasons, through 2018. (more…)
Governor: Richmond needs professional baseball
Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe came out strongly in favor of a new Richmond Flying Squirrels (Class AA; Eastern League) ballpark and offered to lead talks on a new facility on the Boulevard, near The Diamond. (more…)
Aces plan $1.2 million in 2016 ballpark improvements
The Reno Aces (Class AAA: Pacific Coast League) are planning on spending $1.2 million on Aces Ballpark improvements for 2016, with ownership continuing to address team debt. (more…)
Adelanto, Mavericks spar over ballpark lease
The City of Adelanto has terminated the Heritage Field lease held by the High Desert Mavericks (High A; California League) on the premise that the agreement negotiated in 2012 violates the California State Constitution. (more…)
SwampDogs to host 2016 Coastal Plain League All-Star Game
Another notable event to add to your calendar: the summer-collegiate 2016 Coastal Plain League All-Star Game is set for J. P. Riddle Stadium, home of the Fayetteville SwampDogs. (more…)
Fireflies unveil uniforms for inaugural season
The Columbia Fireflies (Low A; Sally League) unveiled their home, away and two alternative uniforms for a 2016 inaugural season at Spirit Communications Park, as well as introducing the team’s coaching staff. (more…)
Indians add three new restaurants to Progressive Field in 2016
Some more concessions news from the Cleveland Indians for the 2016 season, as the team adds three new restaurants to the newly renovated Infield District as part of the long-term upgrades to Progressive Field. (more…)
Initial approval sought for new Franklin (WI) ballpark
A team that includes MKE Sports & Entertainment is seeking conceptual approval for development at The Rock sports complex from the Franklin (WI) Common Council, in another run at a new ballpark in the Milwaukee suburb. (more…)
Personnel news from Bowling Green, Walla Walla
We have radio personnel news today from the Bowling Green Hot Rods (Low A; Midwest League) and the Walla Walla Sweets (summer collegiate; West Coast League). (more…)
Drive, Red Sox extend player development contract
The Greenville Drive (Low A; Sally League) and the Boston Red Sox extended their player-development contract (PDC) through the 2020 season. (more…)
Meulens, Montoyo are IL HoF Class of 2016
The Class of 2016 of the International League Hall of Fame has been announced: former League MVP Hensley Meulens and former League Manager of the Year Charlie Montoyo. (more…)
Soccer on tap for Metro Bank Park in 2016
Some more soccer-baseball interplay on tap for 2016, as the Harrisburg Senators (Class AA; Eastern League) will host 10 Harrisburg City Islanders (USL) matches at Metro Bank Park. (more…)