Lou Schwechheimer, majority owner and general partner of the Wichita Wind Surge (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League), has passed away due to complications after contracting the COVID-19 virus. He was 62. (more…)
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New for 2020: Riverfront Stadium
The new home of the Wichita Wind Surge (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) will be named Riverfront Stadium, at least temporarily until a naming-rights deal is finalized. (more…)
Wichita Amends Special Tax District Around New Ballpark
Wichita officials have amended a special tax district around a new Wichita Wind Surge (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) ballpark, solidifying a funding source for the facility and potentially other projects. (more…)
2019-20 MiLB Rebranding Roundup
It has been a busy offseason for Minor League Baseball team rebrandings, as several clubs change their identities ahead of the 2020 season. (more…)
Special Tax District to Help Cover Wichita Ballpark Costs
Revenue from a special tax district will help cover Wichita’s debt on a $75-million ballpark for the Wichita Wind Surge (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League), as the city council approved those plans Tuesday. (more…)
2020 MLB-MiLB Ballpark Opening Dates
Now that the calendar has turned to 2020, we are closer to the opening of several new ballparks across Major League Baseball and affiliated Minor League Baseball. (more…)
New for 2020: Wichita Wind Surge
Branding has been unveiled for the Wichita Wind Surge (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League), as the former New Orleans Baby Cakes establish a new identity with their move to Wichita. (more…)