Roger Clemens to Throw Ceremonial First Pitch at WooSox' Opening Day, Friday, March 27

January 28, 2026 - WORCESTER, MA - A "Rocket" will launch the Worcester Red Sox' "5th Anniversary Season" as 7-time Cy Young Award winner Roger Clemens makes his Polar Park debut and throws the Ceremonial First Pitch March 27, at 4:05 p.m., on Opening Day, presented by CITGO. Clemens' longtime batterymate, Rich Gedman, will catch the pitch to celebrate the 40th anniversary of their 20-strikeout game and pennant-winning season. One lucky fan will escort Clemens to the mound. To enter to win, visit woosox.com/clemens. Gates open at 1 p.m.,... Full Story

Aces Commit to 20-Year Extension in Reno

January 28, 2026 - RENO, Nev. - The Reno Aces will remain in Reno for the foreseeable future following a new agreement between the Aces' ownership group and the City of Reno. The agreement was voted for unanimously by the Reno Redevelopment Agency Wednesday morning. With the deal, the Aces are committed to staying in Reno until 2049 as well as a $40 million investment into the stadium and surrounding area in exchange for receiving full ownership of the ballpark from the city. "Reno has proven to be an outstanding long-term home for the A... Full Story

Nate Shaver Returns to Manage Tourists in 2026

January 28, 2026 - ASHEVILLE, NC - The Houston Astros have announced the Asheville Tourists' coaching staff for the 2026 season, and back at the helm for his sixth year as manager is Nate Shaver. Last year, Shaver advanced to fourth place on the all-time wins list as a Tourists skipper, notching 270 career victories. Winning 35 games this season would move Shaver into third place, putting him in good company alongside South Atlantic League Hall of Famers Joe Mikulik and Ray Hathaway. TJ Burgmann also returns as the team's hitting coach f... Full Story

REV Entertainment Announces Purchase of the Schaumburg Boomers

January 28, 2026 - SCHAUMBURG, IL - REV Entertainment, the official sports and entertainment company of the Texas Rangers, today announced the purchase of the Schaumburg Boomers of the Frontier League. The acquisition of the four-time Frontier League champions (2013, 2014, 2017, 2021) - tied for the most championships in league history - represents a significant expansion of REV's growing team ownership portfolio. With the addition of the Boomers, REV Entertainment now owns and operates teams across the country's top MLB Partner Leagues, in... Full Story

• Roger Clemens to Throw Ceremonial First Pitch at WooSox' Opening Day, Friday, March 27 - Worcester Red Sox (IL) January 28
• WooSox to Unveil New Canopy over Hanover Deck to Improve Comfort for Groups - Worcester Red Sox (IL) January 28
• Aces Commit to 20-Year Extension in Reno - Reno Aces (PCL) January 28
• Tickets on Sale Now for the 2026 Reading Fightin Phils Beer Tasting Festivals - Reading Fightin Phils (EL) January 28
• Nate Shaver Returns to Manage Tourists in 2026 - Asheville Tourists (SAL) January 28
• REV Entertainment Announces Purchase of the Schaumburg Boomers - Schaumburg Boomers (FL) January 28
• All-New 2-For-50 Cent Hot Dog Deal & Revamped Dog Days Highlight RiverDogs' 2026 Weekly Promotional Calendar - Charleston RiverDogs (CarL) January 28
• REV Entertainment Announces Purchase of Long Island Ducks - Long Island Ducks (AtL) January 28
• Bisons to Hold Open Interviews for 2026 Seasonal Ballpark Employment on February 7th (10a-1p) - Buffalo Bisons (IL) January 28
• Cole Brannen Returns to Grizzlies - Gateway Grizzlies (FL) January 28
• OKC Comets Announce Special Promotions, Theme Nights, Group Offers and Giveaways for 2026 Season - Oklahoma City Comets (PCL) January 28
• Fresno Grizzlies Set to Host Job Fair on Saturday, February 7 - Fresno Grizzlies (CalL) January 28
• Miners Re-Sign Maciel for 2026 Season - Sussex County Miners (FL) January 28
• Astros Announce Hooks Field Staff - Corpus Christi Hooks (TL) January 28
• Southwest University Park, Home of the Chihuahuas and Locomotive FC, to Hold Job Fair for the 2026 Season - El Paso Chihuahuas (PCL) January 28
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• Baseball is important at the University of Utah': Utah unveils new state-of-the art on-campus ballpark - PCL Deseret News (January 29)
  
• Missions' new manager Chris Tremie excited' to work with Padres' prospects - TL KSAT (January 29)
  
• Spokane Indians hiring; updates on videoboard, concession stand - NWL Spokane Spokesman-Review (January 29)
  
• Long Island Ducks sold to REV Entertainment, a partner of the Texas Rangers - AtL New York Newsday (January 28)
  
• WooSox to have Red Sox legend throw out Opening Day ceremonial first pitch - IL Springfield Republican (January 28)
  
• Red Sox roster projection: Will Boston trade for an infielder before Opening Day? Or pivot to a free agent? - IL Springfield Republican (January 28)
  
• Bismarck Larks unveil refreshed brand to commemorate 10 years - Northwoods Sports Logos Net News (January 28)
  
• New Red Sox prospect throws the kitchen sink, including changeup that flummoxes' hitters - IL Springfield Republican (January 28)
  
• Range Riders star pitcher Bothwell signed by Nationals - PL Daily Inter Lake (January 28)
  
• Bird Dawgs release 2026 season tickets - FL Kinston Free Press (January 27)
  
• Yankees name ex-ValleyCat Mario Garza new international scouting director - FL Troy Record (January 27)
  
• Brett Much back home, set to coach hitting for Crushers and LCCC - FL Chronicle-Telegram (January 27)
  
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