With a new ballpark for the Rocket City Trash Pandas (Class AA; Southern League) pushing toward a 2020 opening, construction activity is picking up in the surrounding Town Madison development. (more…)
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Mobile BayBears Roll Out BayBears Pass
The Mobile BayBears (Class AA; Southern League) will offer BayBears Pass–a monthly membership ticket plan–during the 2019 season, with the subscription available at $19.97 per month. (more…)
Madison Ballpark Construction Making Progress
Construction of a new Madison, AL ballpark is making progress, with about a year remaining until its scheduled opening for the Rocket City Trash Pandas (Class AA; Southern League). (more…)
Blue Wahoos Stadium Upgrades Announced
The Pensacola Blue Wahoos (Class AA; Southern League) have announced several Blue Wahoos Stadium upgrades, including a re-sodding project and a new 20-foot LED dual video and score board. The renovations are being completed ahead of the upcoming 2019 season. (more…)
Jumbo Shrimp to Host Florida Man Night
In honor of the Internet meme, the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp (Class AA; Southern League) are including a Florida Man Night on their 2019 promotional schedule. (more…)
Personnel News: Lake Elsinore, Biloxi, Washington
We have personnel news to report from the Lake Elsinore Storm (High A; California League), Biloxi Shuckers (Class AA; Southern League), and the parent company of the Washington Wild Things (independent; Frontier League). (more…)
New Downtown Knoxville Ballpark for Smokies Discussed
The prospect of a downtown Knoxville ballpark for the Tennessee Smokies (Class AA; Southern League) could gain traction, as city officials are interested in exploring the idea. (more…)
Pensacola Blue Wahoos to Donate Team Bus
The Pensacola Blue Wahoos (Class AA; Southern League) will donate their team bus to charity, and choose a local non-profit organization through a social media giveaway. The Blue Wahoos have used the bus since their inaugural season in 2012 to bring players and staff members throughout the Pensacola community. (more…)
Southern League Unveils 2019 Hall of Fame Class
The Class AA Southern League has announced its 2019 Hall of Fame Class, featuring a slate of four inductees that range from Roy Halladay to Joe Engel. Comprising the 2019 class is: Knoxville/Tennessee Smokies pitcher Roy Halladay, Chattanooga Lookouts infielder & manager Sal Rende, and Jacksonville Expos outfielder Larry Walker. (more…)
2019 Southern League All-Star Game Logo Unveiled
The host Biloxi Shuckers have unveiled the 2019 Southern League All-Star Game logo, a reveal that comes months before June’s contest at MGM Park. The Shuckers will host the Southern League’s annual All-Star Festivities on June 17 and 18. (more…)
Personnel News: MiLB, Pensacola
We have personnel news to report from Minor League Baseball and the Pensacola Blue Wahoos (Class AA; Southern League). (more…)
Tommy Thrall Joining Reds Broadcast Team
After calling games for the Pensacola Blue Wahoos (Class AA; Southern League) since 2012, Tommy Thrall will join the Cincinnati Reds broadcast team in 2019. Thrall, who will be a part of the radio broadcasts, joins legendary Reds radio voice Marty Brennaman and the cast of Reds broadcasters for in-game and post-game coverage. (more…)
Smokies Giving Opening Night Tickets to Those Affected by Government Shutdown
Those affected by the ongoing federal government shutdown will receive free tickets to Opening Night from the Tennessee Smokies (Class AA; Southern League), the club announced Friday. Opening Night for the Smokies is scheduled for April 4, when they host the Mississippi Braves. (more…)