Any season in which a team posts a new attendance record is generally a good one. While that was the case for many teams in 2016, the Tennessee Smokies (Class AA; Southern League) continued to further their success under team president and COO Chris Allen. (more…)
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New for 2017: Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp
The new logos and branding for the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp (Class AA; Southern League) were unveiled Wednesday morning. As was noted today, the identity comes as the result of a name change by the Jacksonville Suns. (more…)
Jacksonville Suns to Become Jumbo Shrimp
Jacksonville Suns (Class AA; Southern League) owner Ken Babby has confirmed that the franchise will change its name to the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp. The new branding will be unveiled Wednesday morning. (more…)
Biscuits Unveil Stranger Things Jersey
As a tribute to the hit Netflix series, the Montgomery Biscuits (Class AA; Southern League) will don Stranger Things-inspired jerseys in 2017. The uniform tops will be worn for Stranger Things Fright Night, a one-time promotion scheduled for July 7. (more…)
Personnel News: Tennessee Smokies
There is personnel news to report from the Tennessee Smokies (Class AA; Southern League), who have announced a series of promotions and new hires. (more…)
Drainage Upgrade Approved for Hank Aaron Stadium
Following a vote from the Mobile City Council this week, Hank Aaron Stadium, home of the Mobile BayBears (Class AA; Southern League), will receive a new drainage system. (more…)
Freier Discusses Status of AT&T Field
After two seasons at the helm of the Chattanooga Lookouts (Class AA; Southern League), Hardball Capital CEO Jason Freier is discussing the future of AT&T Field and whether a new ballpark is on the horizon. (more…)
Personnel News: Smokies Promote Tim Volk
There is some personnel news to report, as the Tennessee Smokies (Class AA; Southern League) are promoting Tim Volk to a general manager position. His official title will be general manager-business operations. (more…)
Randy Boyd: No Ballpark on Knoxville Property
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…)
BayBears Agree to Affiliation with Angels
Another affiliation change has taken place at the Double-A level, as the Mobile BayBears (Class AA; Southern League) have agreed to a deal with the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim. The two-year pact runs through the 2018 season. (more…)
Travelers Sign Affiliation with Mariners
The Arkansas Travelers (Class AA; Texas League) will begin next season with a new parent club, as the team has reached an agreement with the Seattle Mariners. That player development contract (PDC) runs through the 2018 season. (more…)
Barons Hosting 2016 MiLB Promo Seminar
Minor League Baseball‘s annual Promo Seminar will head to Birmingham this fall, as the Birmingham Barons (Class AA; Southern League) are hosting the event. In a unique twist, the Barons are using the multi-day gathering–which runs from September 27-29–to showcase both Regions Field and Rickwood Field. (more…)
Blue Wahoos, Reds Extend PDC
There is some affiliation news to report, as the Pensacola Blue Wahoos (Class AA; Southern League) and Cincinnati Reds have extended their agreement. The renewal of their player development contract (PDC) is for two seasons, running through 2018. (more…)