Steve Kalafer, who launched the Somerset Patriots in the independent Atlantic League and then worked to lift it as a Double-A affiliate of the New York Yankees, passed away this morning. He was 71. (more…)
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Patriots unveil Kalafer, Lyle sculpture at TD Bank Ballpark
A gift from Co-Chairmen Jonathan and Josh Kalafer: The Somerset Patriots (independent; Atlantic League) unveiled a sculpture in honor of their father, Chairman Emeritus Steve Kalafer, and Manager Emeritus Sparky Lyle. (more…)
Ferris Wheel, New Social Spaces on Tap for TD Bank Ballpark
With the first 20 seasons in the bank, the Somerset Patriots (independent; Atlantic League) unveiled plans for TD Bank Ballpark designed to set the tone for the next 20 years, with a Ferris wheel and new group and entertainment spaces on tap. (more…)
McVerry contract extended to total 25-year term
With an announced eight-year contract extension, Somerset Patriots (independent; Atlantic League) President/General Manager Patrick McVerry will be with the team for 25 years, according to team Chairman Steve Kalafer. (more…)
Atlantic League hits big milestone: 30 million fans
The independent Atlantic League hit a big milestone this weekend, attracting the 30-millionth fan to a league game. “We are excited to celebrate surpassing 30 million fans coming to our ballparks in just our 17th year,” says Atlantic League president Rick White. “Our goal every year is to provide affordable family entertainment for all baseball […]
Kalafer: No Alex Rodriguez in Atlantic League
After media reports surfaced that the Long Island Ducks would consider signing Alex Rodriguez for the 2014 season, another independent Atlantic League owner stepped forward to dispute the idea. As you are probably already know, arbitrator Fredric Horowitz ruled Saturday that Rodriguez must sit out the 2014 regular and post season for violations of MLB’s […]
TD Bank Ballpark goes green with solar panels
With the installation of 3,465 solar panels, TD Bank Ballpark, the home of the Somerset Patriots (independent; Atlantic League), is now one of the greenest ballparks in all of baseball. The installation was overseen by Somerset County Improvement Authority. “The initiative of Somerset County and the Board of Chosen Freeholder to reduce the carbon footprint […]
Middlesex County to make another run at pro baseball?
It sounds like Middlesex County (N.J.) is ready to make another run at professional baseball, as Freeholder Director Christopher D. Rafano says county officials will work on a public/private partnership on a new facility. Not much else was discussed, as Rafano made the announcement during his annual director’s address, outlining county activities for the year […]
Somerset Pats approaching 5M mark
The Somerset Patriots (independent; Atlantic League) are on the verge of a major milestone: attracting the five-millionth fan in team history. The team should hit the mark tomorrow night at TD Bank Ballpark, barring any weather complications. “Our record the last two years is the record, and no one will say they are satisfied with that, […]
Somerset Patriots unveil ballpark improvements
More ballpark news from the independent Atlantic League, where the Somerset Patriots have unveiled ballpark improvements to TD Bank Ballpark. New this year, from CentralJersey.com: TD Bank Ballpark’s renovations include the installation of a protective railing in front of both dugouts, a fully refurbished home clubhouse and the addition of the Diamond Club hospitality suite flush […]