Spring training games pushed back to March 18
Done in perhaps the most quiet way possible, Major League Baseball has yet again pushed back the launch of spring training games, this time to March 18, as CBA negotiations continue. (more…)
Frank talk: Maine Bean Suppahs on tap for 2022
The Portland Sea Dogs (Double-A Northeast) will play as the Maine Bean Suppahs for an August game, honoring the centuries-old New England tradition of bean suppers. (more…)
After talks break down, MLB cancels first two series of regular season
After nine days of intense negotiations between MLB and the MLB Players Association (MLBPA), MLB offered a best and final offer rejected by players, causing Commissioner Rob Manfred to cancel the first two series of the 2022 season. (more…)
JJ Gottsch departing Round Rock, will head new pro rodeo team
Former Ryan Sanders Sports and Entertainment and Round Rock Express CEO (Triple-A East) JJ Gottsch is leaving MiLB and will head up the Austin Gamblers team in the new PBR Team Series. (more…)
MLB, MLBPA to continue labor talks today
This isn’t nearly as surprising as many assume: MLB and the MLB Players Association will continue talks on a new Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) after a marathon session on Monday. (more…)
Derek Jeter, Marlins part ways
Former Yankees superstar Derek Jeter and the Miami Marlins have parted ways, with Jeter stepping down as CEO and selling his 4 percent share of the MLB team. (more…)
Hot Rods add new group seating to Bowling Green Ballpark
The Bowling Green Hot Rods (High-A East) are adding a new group seating area to Bowling Green Ballpark for the 2022 season, transforming traditional ballpark seating to a flexible space. (more…)
After weekend of negotiations, can MLB and players reach a labor deal?
After a weekend of negotiations that reportedly saw progress toward a new Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) between MLB and MLB players, there’s hope that further negotiations today and tonight will yield a deal. (more…)
Start of spring training 2022 delayed again
With talks between MLB and MLB players association reps over a new Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) moving along slowly, MLB officials announced yet another delay to the launch of spring training 2022, this time to Tuesday, March 8. (more…)
Personnel news: St. Paul Saints
We have three staff promotions to report for the St. Paul Saints (Triple-A East), as the team prepares to celebrate its 30th season. (more…)
Personnel news: Play Ball Jackson
Longtime MiLB front-office exec Steve DeSalvo is the General Manager/Vice President of the summer-collegiate Prospect League team launching in 2023 at The Ballpark at Jackson. (more…)
Personnel news: Wausau Woodchucks
We have personnel news from the Wausau Woodchucks of the Northwoods League, as the summer-collegiate team adds two managers to the front office. (more…)
New for 2023: Myshak Metro Ballpark
We have a naming-rights deal for the new home of the summer-collegiate Edmonton Prospects (Western Canadian Baseball League): Myshak Metro Ballpark. (more…)