Legends unveil new uniforms for 2013
The Lexington Legends (Low Class A; Sally League) unveiled new uniforms for the 2013 season, implementing a green-blue-cream color combination and paying homage to Kentucky in several ways. “It’s been an exciting off-season so far, and this will only add to it,” said Legends General Manager Seth Poteat. “It’s time to let everyone see the […]
66ers offer broadcast job to Bob Costas
Nice gimmick: the Inland Empire 66ers (High Class A; California League) have offered their broadcast position to Bob Costas, who expressed interest in working an entire season in Minor League Baseball. In a recent interview with sports columnist Joe Posnanski, Costas stated that he still had a dream of calling an entire season of minor […]
Ottawa less than a done deal?
A sharp-eyed reader pointed us to a newspaper column by Ottawa Mayor Jim Watson that seems to suggest plans to bring a Class AA Eastern League team to Ottawa may not be as firm as previously thought. From the Ottawa Citizen: We are also working with the private sector to revitalize an important asset in […]
Spelius signs on for one last term as ML prez
George Spelius has signed on for one last two-year term as president of the Low Class A Midwest League and will be spending the final year grooming a successor. The term will December 31, 2014. “It is a privilege and honor to serve as Midwest League President,” he said via press release. “I am extremely proud […]
Reno preliminarily approves ballpark bailout
The threat by Reno Aces (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) owner Herb Simon worked: the Reno City Council preliminarily approved a plan to refinance a $55-million Aces Ballpark construction debt. A final vote is scheduled for Nov. 7; it’s expected to go the same way unless something changes. The city would use general funds, to […]
We hit a milestone yesterday — thanks!
Just wanted to share the news of a big milestone yesterday: We’ve now tallied as many page views this year as in all of 2011 — well over 8.3 million. We have lot of cool stuff planned for the fall: a new book line and some giveaways. And we’ll be exhibiting once again at the […]
Bosse Field / Evansville Otters
It is one of the oldest ballparks still hosting baseball, a historic venue that still feels much as it did during its June 17, 1915 opening. Welcome to Evansville’s Bosse Field. FAST FACTS Opened: June 17, 1915Capacity: 7,180Dimensions: 315L, 415C, 315RSurface: GrassOwner: Evansville Vanderburgh School CorporationWebsite: evansvilleotters.comTicket Prices (2012): Field Box, $8; General Admission, $5. […]
Wrigley Field renovations could mean more football at Friendly Confines
Upcoming renovations to Wrigley Field will make it possible to host football once again at the historic venue, as several college teams look at placing games at the home of the Chicago Cubs. There’s a proud tradition of pro football at Wrigley Field — the Chicago Bears have played more games at Wrigley Field than […]
Babby makes first public appearance as Aeros owner
Ken Babby, the new owner of the Akron Aeros (Class AA; Eastern League), made his first public appearance after buying the team and negotiating a new lease for Canal Park. “I want to create a memorable, unique, affordable and enjoyable fan experience, and also maximize the opportunity to create change in the community through charitable, […]
Tiger Stadium sign lives on
The neon Tiger Stadium sign put up when the ballpark was renamed in 1961 is back in working order at the Detroit Historical Museum. After John Fetzer took full control of the Tigers, the name of the ballpark was changed from Briggs Stadium to Tiger Stadium, and to alert fans to the new name, a […]
Reds, Mustangs extend PDC to 2016
It wasn’t up until 2014, but that didn’t stop the Cincinnati Reds and Billings Mustangs (rookie; Pioneer League) from extending their player-development contract (PDC) for two more years. “The entire Cincinnati Reds organization is ecstatic to announce that we are extending our PDC with the Billings Mustangs,” said Reds Assistant Director of Player Development Jeff […]
Classic Park to sport new turf in 2014
It’s a little thing, but one that gets noticed: Classic Park, the home of the Lake County Captains (Low Class A; Midwest League), will have new turf for the 2014 season. The Captains say the current turf isn’t acceptable; city officials say it is. So the two sides came up with a funding plan that […]
Attracting businesses downtown with new Birmingham ballpark
A new Birmingham Barons (Class AA; Southern League) ballpark is apparently having the effect civic leaders wanted: attracting new business downtown. Here’s an account from a restaurant owner opening a new place near the ballpark. Though the plans aren’t final, local investor John Lauriello is putting together a group of investors to open a new […]