CornBelters unveil new unis for 2013
The Normal CornBelters (independent; Frontier League) will have new home jerseys, road jerseys and hats for the 2013 season. The team will wear Wilson ProFusion jerseys and three different Game Pro hats produced by The Game. “The new looks have received a lot of positive feedback behind-the-scenes, and I’m excited to announce another new aspect of […]
Progress on new A’s ballpark? Not likely
San Jose baseball fans were all atwitter with a report that there might be progress on a new Oakland Athletics ballpark in Silicon Valley, but the report was probably not as newsworthy as first assumed. Bill Shaikin reported last week that the A’s were in possession of guidelines from Major League Baseball that must be […]
Chiefs face financial problems on ballpark debt
The Peoria Chiefs (Low Class A; Midwest League) are reportedly seeking public assistance on debt remaining on Peoria Chiefs Stadium, as the team faces financial issues on the outstanding bank loan and property-tax fronts. There is $4.2 million of debt remaining on the ballpark, and the team has faced some financial issues in the last […]
Now available: The Complete Guide to Spring Training 2013 / Arizona
Our latest ebook is now available for Kindle and Nook users: The Complete Guide to Spring Training 2013 / Arizona. This book is both for the hardcore baseball fan – who goes to spring training to scout out their favorite team in depth – as well as the more casual fan who heads to spring […]
Cards add cowboy bar to Ballpark Village; renderings released
A little bit of cowboy is slated to be part of the St. Louis Cardinals’ Ballpark Village in 2014, as Professional Bull Riders will unveil PBR St. Louis: A Cowboy Bar. The cowboy bar joins an Anheuser-Busch brewpub/beer garden, the Cardinals Hall of Fame Museum and Cardinals Nation bar (complete with rooftop bleachers) as anchor attractions […]
From mayor to manager: Bruchey new GM of Hagerstown Suns
Robert Bruchey II, who led the fight for a new downtown ballpark as mayor of Hagerstown, is now the interim general manager of the Hagerstown Suns (Low Class A; Sally League), replacing Bill Farley. Farley is leaving to pursue the proverbial new opportunities. “I want to thank [Bruce] Quinn and the rest of the Suns […]
Saints ballpark negotiations fall behind schedule
Negotiations between the city of St. Paul and Ryan Companies have fallen behind schedule, but no one seems to concerned that the opening of the new St. Paul Saints (independent; American Association) could be delayed. Officials from both entities had expected to wrap up contract language by Jan. 26, but as of today the work […]
Judge to hear bonding plan for El Paso; last big hurdle for new ballpark
Final state approval for a new downtown El Paso ballpark could come as soon as tomorrow, as a judge is set to review the bonding proposal for what’s planned as the home of a Class AAA Pacific Coast League team. Bonding requests in Texas must receive judicial approval, so El Paso will be in the […]
It’s official: Vallejo Admirals in Pacific Association for 2013
A lease for Wilson Park has been approved for 2013, clearing the way for the Vallejo Admirals to debut in the independent Pacific Association. The approval puts the league lineup at four, with two teams in California and two in Hawaii. In addition, the league will play against pro teams from the independent Freedom Baseball […]
Miracle to quench thirst with Marco Rubio water-bottle giveaway
Yes. We have already have a giveaway tied to Marco Rubio’s seemingly insatiable thirst, as the Fort Myers Miracle (High Class A; Florida State League) are ensuring fans are properly hydrated for this summer’s baseball season by hosting a Marco Rubio water bottle giveaway night. Fans entering Hammond Stadium will receive a water bottle while […]
Ferris wheel approved for Modern Woodmen Park
The Quad Cities River Bandits (Low Class A; Midwest League) received approval to add a Ferris wheel, carousel and zipline to Modern Woodmen Park for the 2013 season. The new features, which includes a $1 million price tag for the Ferris wheel, would be funded by the River Bandits. Yesterday the Davenport City Council approved […]
Rockford Aviators unveil new logos
The newly rebranded Rockford Aviators (independent; Frontier League) unveiled their new logos for the 2013 season. The team’s colors remain navy, orange and Columbia blue. “We received a lot of great feedback last year when we added orange and Columbia blue to the already familiar navy and wanted to keep that look,” said team president […]
PSC to manage concessions in Frisco
Earlier this week we discussed the concessions upgrades at Dr Pepper Ballpark, and now we have further info: Professional Sports Catering will manage all aspects of the food operation for the Frisco RoughRiders (Class AA; Texas League). You can read our earlier story here. The upgrades are in conjunction with Mandalay Baseball Properties, owner of […]