Weekly Sports League and Franchise Report

March 23, 2026 - BASEBALL Carolina League: The Columbia (SC) Fireflies of the Single-A Carolina League will play three games (July 9-11) during the 2026 season as the Capital City Bombers, which was the name of the city's previous minor league team from 1993 to 2004 before moving to Greenville (SC). Major League Baseball Draft League: The Mahoning Valley Scrappers (Niles, OH) of the developmental MLB Draft League will play a game during the 2026 as the Mahoning Valley Grassmen, named for the sasquatch-like creature known as the Grassma... Full Story

Jhailyn Ortiz Returns to the Monarchs

March 23, 2026 - Kansas City, KS - Hard hitting first baseman and outfielder Jhailyn Ortiz has rejoined the Kansas City Monarchs for the 2026 season. Ortiz, 27 was in his second season with Kansas City, when his contract was transferred to Acereros de Monclova of the Mexican League early in 2025. Born in Jarabacoa, Dominican Republic the right-handed hitter hit three home runs and four doubles in 22 games with the Monarchs in 2025 before going to Monclova. "Ortiz is a great addition to our club - he knows the Monarchs, he knows Legends F... Full Story

NJ Jackals Announce New Ownership - Launch Season Opener Placing Community First

March 23, 2026 - Paterson, NJ - With a focus on "Community First," Paterson native and NJ Jackals owner Baye Adolfo-Wilson formally opens this year's campaign with a fresh approach that will involve its host city and its residents in its success. "The Jackals are more than a baseball team - they are a cornerstone of community pride and opportunity. Our goal is to deepen our connection with the fans and businesses in Paterson and Passaic County. This is about creating family-friendly entertainment for the local community and celebrating t... Full Story

Post-Spring Prospect Primer

March 23, 2026 - Baseball season is officially here! With Spring Training drawing to a close, more than just the major league season is around the corner. Though the excitement of watching the Phillies chase their third World Series title is the big draw that brings many fans to pack BayCare Ballpark in February and March, it is also a precursor to the Clearwater Threshers season at the same park. While recent Threshers like Dante Nori, Aroon Escobar, and Kehden Hettiger joined the Phillies as Non-Roster Invitees for the Spring, most Phillie... Full Story

• Weekly Sports League and Franchise Report - (Pecos) March 23
• Isotopes Reveal Refreshed Green Chile Cheeseburgers Identity - Albuquerque Isotopes (PCL) March 23
• Jhailyn Ortiz Returns to the Monarchs - Kansas City Monarchs (AA) March 23
• Lexington Legends to Host All "A" Classic Baseball Tournament at Legends Field - Lexington Legends (AtL) March 23
• Howlers Fan Fest Scheduled for Saturday, March 28 - Hill City Howlers (CarL) March 23
• NJ Jackals Announce New Ownership - Launch Season Opener Placing Community First - New Jersey Jackals (FL) March 23
• Post-Spring Prospect Primer - Clearwater Threshers (FSL) March 23
• John A. Canning, Jr. and Family in Negotiations to Purchase Majority Interest in Wilson Warbirds - Wilson Warbirds (CarL) March 23
• Mighty Mussels to Broadcast 106 Games in 2026 - Fort Myers Mighty Mussels (FSL) March 23
• Season Opens Friday for OKC Comets at Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark - Oklahoma City Comets (PCL) March 23
• Grizzlies Sign Pitchers Garrett Harker, Andrew Ronne - Gateway Grizzlies (FL) March 23
• Syracuse Mets Promotional Highlights - Syracuse Mets (IL) March 23
• Cutters Seeking Anthem Performers - Williamsport Crosscutters (MLBDL) March 23
• Delmarva Shorebirds to Host Chesapeake Baysox for Spring Training Exhibition Series this Weekend - Delmarva Shorebirds (CarL) March 23
• Homestand Highlights: Gwinnett Stripers Hosting a Festive Opening Weekend - Gwinnett Stripers (IL) March 23
• All Today's Baseball News

Jersey Tomatoes cap
Baseball Photo Gallery

OurSports Central provides coverage of the following independent and minor league baseball organizations:
List by Major League affiliation

Affiliated Minor League Baseball
AAA
International League (IL)
Mexican League (ML)
Pacific Coast League (PCL)
AA
Eastern League (EL)
Southern League (SL)
Texas League (TL)
High A
Midwest League (MWL)
Northwest League (NWL)
South Atlantic League (SAL)
Low A
California League (CalL)
Carolina League (CarL)
Florida State League (FSL)
Rookie
Arizona Complex League (AzCL)
Florida Complex League (FLCL)
Fall
Arizona Fall League (AzFL)
Amateur
Major League Baseball Draft League (MLBDL)

Independent Minor League Baseball
Independent
American Association (AA)
Atlantic League (AtL)
Frontier League (FL)
Pioneer League (PL)
Pecos League (Pecos)
Women's
Women's Professional Baseball League (WPBL)

College Wood Bat Baseball

Northwoods League (Northwoods)
Appalachian League (ApL)

• Baseball camps return in June and July at Constellation Field - PCL Fort Bend Star (March 23)
  
• Play ball: Gwinnett Stripers set for exciting Opening Weekend - IL Gwinnett Daily Post (March 23)
  
• Jersey Shore BlueClaws celebrate the Garden State with Tomatoes alternate identity - SAL Sports Logos Net News (March 23)
  
• Visalia Rawhide to play as Central Valley Sir Loins - CalL Sports Logos Net News (March 23)
  
• Fayetteville Woodpeckers unveil Copa brand based on Mexican jumping beans - CarL Sports Logos Net News (March 23)
  
• Pirates' Kelly: Difficult' sending Griffin down - EL Altoona Mirror (March 23)
  
• Didier Fuentes, Braves' No. 3 prospect, makes opening day roster as bullpen arm - IL Atlanta Journal-Constitution (March 22)
  
• Cubs send Jonathon Long to minor league camp. Could start 2026 in Iowa - IL Des Moines Register (March 22)
  
• New food, drink and dessert items available on Wisconsin Timber Rattlers' menu - MWL NewsBreak - Appleton (March 21)
  
• HRT offers free rides to, from Norfolk Tides home games - IL Newport News Daily Press (March 21)
  
• New fun at the ballpark with the Stockton Ports - CalL NewsBreak - Stockton (March 21)
  
• Nationals option OF Dylan Crews to Triple-A Rochester - IL Fredericksburg Free Lance Star (March 21)
  
• All Today's baseball Headlines