The Reading Fightin Phils (Class AA; Eastern League) will sport some different looks this season, as the team has released a trio of new hats. All three hats will debut for the 2017 season. (more…)
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The Week That Was: Feb. 12, 2017
Whoopie time in Reading, 2017 MLB ballpark renovations and a potential ownership change for the Miami Marlins made headlines this week. Here are the top new stories posted on Ballpark Digest between Feb. 5 and Feb. 11, as measured by page views. (more…)
Fightin Phils to Become Whoopies on August 7
For one game this summer, the Reading Fightin Phils (Class AA; Eastern League) will become the Reading Whoopies. A tribute to Whoopie Pies, the name Whoopies will be used during the team’s 9:35 a.m. game on Monday, August 7. (more…)
Fightin Phils Unveil America’s Classic Ballpark Logo
The Reading Fightin Phils (Class AA; Eastern League) have spruced up the branding for their ballpark, unveiling a new America’s Classic Ballpark logo. The new logo includes homages to the history of FirstEnergy Stadium, which first opened in 1950. (more…)
Christmas Coming to FirstEnergy Stadium
A holiday season promo is already in the works, as the Reading Fightin Phils’ (Class AA; Eastern League) will transform FirstEnergy Stadium into a Christmas destination. In conjunction with Savage 61 Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, the Fightins will host Christmas at FirstEnergy Stadium. (more…)
Attendance Records Fall on Fourth of July Weekend
Folks apparently are skipping that traditional run to the lake and are instead taking in games at Minor League Baseball and independent baseball ballparks, as several attendance records have already fallen to the wayside. (more…)
Changes Made to Yard Goats’ June Schedule
With Dunkin’ Donuts Park still under construction, the Hartford Yard Goats (Class AA; Eastern League) will play home games on the road through at least June 16. The Eastern League has announced that the Yard Goats will play two more series at Norwich’s Dodd Stadium, with a third home slate to played at Reading’s FirstEnergy Stadium. (more…)
Fightin Phils Unveil Craft Beer Me!
Fans at FirstEnergy Stadium will now be able to order a beer through their smartphone, as the Reading Fightin Phils (Class AA; Eastern League) have introduced Craft Beer Me! By making Craft Beer Me! the latest addition to the team’s fan experience app, the Fightin Phils are the first team in the country to introduce this service. (more…)
Craig Stein Honored by Fightin Phils
Before last night’s Phillies Futures Game, the Reading Figthin Phils (Class AA; Eastern League) honored owner Craig Stein with a bronze plaque outside of FirstEnergy Stadium. Stein, who has owned the club since 1986, joined a limited circle of influential Reading baseball figures to be recognized at the ballpark over the last 50 years, as his enshrinement adds to a group […]
A New View: Fightin Phils Add Drone
Technology has traditionally allowed fans to catch a new view of the action, but the Reading Fightin Phils (Class AA; Eastern League) are upping the ante with a drone camera. This season, the Fightin Phils are partnering with Weidenhammer to introduce an exclusive drone to FirstEnergy Field that will provide unique views of the ballpark and the game-day atmosphere. (more…)
Promotions Watch: MiLB History Nights
Around Minor League Baseball this season, many teams will honor their history through throwback or turn back the clock nights. This has been a trend for years—in fact, we did a roundup of similar promotions in 2015—but 2016 will be a particularly busy year. This edition of Promotions Watch looks at the most notable throwback […]
Promotions Watch: Craft Beer at the Ballpark
Over the last several years, the connection between Minor League Baseball and the craft beer industry has steadily grown—and that trend will continue in 2016. Along with keeping their team branded beers on the menu, many clubs are rolling out craft beer nights, beer fests, and more to further the bond between baseball and microbrews. (more…)
Personnel news from Pawtucket, Reading
We have personnel news today from the Pawtucket Red Sox (Class AAA; International League) and the Reading Fightin Phils (Class AA; Eastern League). (more…)