Though chatter concerning the Tennessee Smokies ‘ (Class AA; Southern League) potential return to Knoxville had mounted in recent weeks, owner Randy Boyd says it is not in the cards. (more…)
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Smokies, Knoxville Had Ballpark Discussions
Though a development is years away, the Tennessee Smokies (Class AA; Southern League) and the City of Knoxville have discussed a new ballpark, according to recently uncovered emails. (more…)
No Imminent Plans for New Smokies Ballpark
In the aftermath of a land acquisition in downtown Knoxville, Tennessee Smokies (Class AA; Southern League) owner Randy Boyd says that no new ballpark talks are on the table. (more…)
Attendance News, I: Smokies set single-game mark
Some attendance news from the weekend, part one: The Tennessee Smokies (Class AA; Southern League) attracted a Friday night crowd of 7,866 to Smokies Park, marking the third time this year alone the club has set a new single-game record. (more…)
Attendance news in South Bend, Tennessee
We have a couple of attendance records to report from the past week, this time from the South Bend Cubs (Low Class A; Midwest League) and the Tennessee Smokies (Class AA; Southern League). (more…)
Smokies set two attendance marks in one day
Nice day when you can set two attendance marks in a doubleheader, as the Tennessee Smokies (Class AA; Southern League) set marks for single-game and single-day attendance at Smokies Park. (more…)
Smokies Park / Tennessee Smokies
With the makeover of Smokies Park the last two years, the Tennessee Smokies (Class AA; Southern League) have positioned the facility as “America’s Friendliest Ballpark.” The label fits, as the franchise continues a needed ballpark refreshing. (more…)
Field renovations underway at Smokies Park
The Tennessee Smokies (Class AA; Southern League) have embarked on a major field renovation at Smokies Park for the upcoming 2014 season. “The new field will enhance the natural beauty of Smokies Park for our fans and provide an outstanding playing surface for the Cubs’ top prospects,” said Smokies General Manager Brian Cox. “The goal […]
Smokies Park / Tennessee Smokies OLD
This article has been replaced by a more recent visit to Smokies Park. Check it out here. FAST FACTS Opened: April 20, 2000 Capacity: 6,412 Dimensions: 330L, 400C, 330R Surface: Bermuda grass Owner: Sevier County / City of Sevierville Website: smokiesbaseball.com Ticket Prices (2012): Field Level, $10; Bleacher Level, $8. Phone: 865/286-2300 League: Southern League […]
More weather follies: Tennessee Smokies Tarp-Nami
It’s been a rough year on the weather front for some grounds crews, as the staff of the Tennessee Smokies (Class AA; Southern League) found out when laying down tarp during a storm. It was pretty rough on July 5, when a nasty storm rolled through Smokies Park and East Tennessee. You can see the […]
Smokies, Cubs extend PDC
The Tennessee Smokies (Class AA; Southern League) and the Chicago Cubs extended their player-development deal through the 2014 season. “It is a great privilege and honor to extend our PDC (player development contract) with the Smokies organization,” said Cubs Vice President of Player Personnel Oneri Fleita. “The East Tennessee community, Brian Cox, Doug Kirchhofer and […]
Tennessee, Jacksonville awarded SL All-Star Games
The Tennessee Smokies have been awarded the 2012 Southern League All-Star Game, announced today by the Southern League of Professional Baseball. Voted upon by the Southern League Board of Directors, the 2012 Game will be played at Smokies Park. It will mark the third time the event has been at Smokies Park; the Smokies also […]