A proposed Washington State ballpark bonding budget includes $24 million for new and upgraded ballparks for the Everett AquaSox, Tri-City Dust Devils, Spokane Indians and Tacoma Rainiers. (more…)
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Spokane Valley pledges $2M toward Avista Stadium renovations
A financial plan for $22 million in Avista Stadium renovations received a boost when the city of Spokane Valley pledged $2 million in tourism-tax proceeds to help fund the project, led by the Spokane Indians (High-A; Northwest League). (more…)
First step emerges in Avista Stadium upgrades funding plan
We have the first commitment toward $16-$22 million in Avista Stadium upgrades, as Spokane County pledges $8 million toward MLB-mandated renovations at the home of the Spokane Indians (High-A; Northwest League). (more…)
Spokane Indians face funding challenges for Avista Stadium upgrades
Keeping the Spokane Indians (High-A; Northwest League) in affiliated baseball will now cost an estimated $22 million, as the team is seeking county funding and community resources to fund MLB-mandated Avista Stadium upgrades. (more…)
MiLB updates II: Avista Stadium upgrades
Two MiLB ballpark upgrade stories to share today. The second: Avista Stadium upgrades will be discussed in coming months, as the Spokane Indians work to cover new MLB specs. (more…)
Fresno agrees to Cal League move; 120-team MiLB lineup complete
With the Fresno Grizzlies agreeing to a Cal League move as a Colorado Rockies affiliate, the 120-team MiLB lineup is complete, subject to teams agreeing to a Professional Baseball License (PDL) when completed early in 2021. (more…)
In turbulent times, Spokane Indians chart steady course
As MLB teams like the Cleveland Indians and Atlanta Braves reevaluate team branding in the wake of heightened racial awareness, the Spokane Indians (Short Season A; Northwest League) are reaping the benefits of over a decade of engagement with the local Spokane Tribe. (more…)
Spokane Indians Making Progress in Zero Waste Campaign
The Spokane Indians (Short Season A; Northwest League) are reporting progress in their Zero Waste by 2022 Campaign, as the team is stepping up several initiatives at Avista Stadium. (more…)
Spokane Indians, Rangers Renew Affiliation
The Spokane Indians (Short Season A; Northwest League) and Texas Rangers have renewed their affiliation, with the two-year extension running through the 2020 season. (more…)
Editor’s Choice Award for Outstanding Achievement: Redband Rally Campaign, Spokane Indians
With the Redband Rally Campaign, the Spokane Indians (Short Season A; Northwest League) launched a multifaceted endeavor combining branding, merchandising, promotion and community outreach, along with a very unique and striking rally mascot. That successful effort earned the team an Editor’s Choice Award for Outstanding Achievement in the 2017 season. (more…)
Promotions Watch: August/September Highlights
The Minor League Baseball season is approaching its final days, but that does not mean that teams are slowing it down on the promotional front. (more…)
Indians, Rangers Extend PDC
The Spokane Indians (Short Season A; Northwest League) and the Texas Rangers have extended their player development contract (PDC). This agreement is for two years, ensuring that the two teams will be paired through the 2018 season. (more…)
Annual STMA MiLB award winners announced
We have the list of Sports Turf Manager of the Year awards, as announced by the Sports Turf Managers Association (STMA) and Minor League Baseball. (more…)