The backbone of any successful MLB franchise is a successful player-development system. And these days successful player development means strong MiLB and spring-training facilities. We end our ranking of MLB organizations by the quality of their player-development facilities with the top six organizations. (more…)
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Talk of Reds Appalachian League Team Premature: Locals
Three MLB teams — the Phillies, Reds and Indians — were vying to replace the Astros with a Greeneville Appalachian League team, and while the Reds say they won, locals say no final decision is in place. (more…)
Little League Classic Returning in 2018
After a successful debut in 2017, the Little League Classic will return to BB&T Ballpark at Historic Bowman Field in August 2018. Next year’s matchup will see the Philadelphia Phillies square off against the New York Mets. (more…)
Crosscutters, Phillies Extend PDC
There is some affiliation news to pass along, as the Williamsport Crosscutters (Short Season A; NY-Penn League) have extended their player development contract (PDC) with the Philadelphia Phillies. The two-year extension covers the 2019 and 2020 seasons. (more…)
MLB Ballparks Await Their Turns at All-Star Games
Now that the 2017 Major League Baseball All-Star Game is in the books, Marlins Park can officially join the long list of ballparks that have hosted the event. (more…)
MLB Teams Roll Out Passes as Ticketing Options
Last week, the St. Louis Cardinals unveiled plans for a brand new monthly pass that will be available to fans this season. Under that package, fans can attend as many games per month at Busch Stadium as they desire for a monthly fee of $29.99. (more…)
Twins, Phillies Open Dominican Republic Acadaemy
On Tuesday, the Minnesota Twins and Philadelphia Phillies unveiled their shared Dominican Republic Academy in Boca Chica. (more…)
New for 2017: Spectrum Field
This news was expected, but it has been confirmed that Clearwater’s Bright House Field will be renamed Spectrum Field. (more…)
Phillies to Extend Citizens Bank Park Netting for 2017
We expect to hear more MLB teams implementing this sort of thing for 2017, as the Philadelphia Phillies will extend the Citizens Bank Park netting to the ends of the dugouts for the upcoming season. (more…)
Clearwater Ballpark Could Become Spectrum Field
Bright House Field could be given a new name, as the Philadelphia Phillies‘ spring training home is expected to be rebranded as Spectrum Field. (more…)
IronPigs, Phillies Extend PDC
There is some affiliation news to pass along, as the Philadelphia Phillies and Lehigh Valley IronPigs (Class AAA; International League) have extended their player development contract (PDC). The pact runs for four years, ensuring that the two teams will be paired through the 2020 season. (more…)
Crosscutters, Phillies Extend Player Development Contract
We should see a lot of these this weekend: the Williamsport Crosscutters (Short Season A; NY-Penn League) and the Philadelphia Phillies extended their player development contract (PDC) through the 2018 season. (more…)
Phillies, BlueClaws Extend PDC
The Lakewood BlueClaws (Low A; Sally League) are continuing their relationship with the Philadelphia Phillies, as the two sides have reached a player development contract (PDC) extension. This four-year pact keeps the two teams paired through the 2020 season. (more…)