Last Week around the Leagues

January 27, 2026 - This past week Trinity Rodman signed a three-year National Women's Soccer League deal worth over $2 million annually, the Springfield Thunderbirds named Steve Ott the fifth head coach in their American Hockey League history, and the International League's Charlotte Knights named Chad Pinder its new manager. Highlights from this week come from the National Women's Soccer League, Major League Soccer, United Soccer League One, Major Arena Soccer League, American Hockey League, Professional Women's Hockey League, Ontario Hock... Full Story

Eau Claire Express Announce Hiring of New General Manager, Jake Horan

January 26, 2026 - Eau Claire, Wis. - The Eau Claire Express proudly announce the hiring of Jake Horan as the organization's new General Manager, marking an exciting new chapter for the franchise as it enters the upcoming Northwoods League season. Horan joins the Express with a strong background in sports management, operations, and community engagement. He is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Platteville, where he earned a Master's Degree in Sports Administration. His previous experience includes serving as Assistant General Manage... Full Story

Bothwell Signs with MLB Program

January 26, 2026 - KALISPELL, MT - Former Glacier Range Riders left-handed pitcher Ty Bothwell has signed a contract with the Washington Nationals, becoming the ninth player in Range Riders history to sign an affiliated contract. Bothwell is coming off a historic 2025 campaign in which he won Pioneer League Pitcher of the Week honors twice and set a new league record for strikeouts in a single season. Bothwell's professional career began in Glacier during the summer of 2024, when he made his debut on August 25, 2024, against the Missoula... Full Story

Rancho Cucamonga Quakes Announce Dave Stapleton as the 2026 Manager

January 26, 2026 - RANCHO CUCAMONGA, Calif. - The Los Angeles Angels and the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes name Dave Stapleton as the club's manager for the 2026 season. Stapleton, who is entering his 13th managerial season, has been managing in the Angels organization since 2014. With 479 wins as a manager, his most recent tenure with the Inland Empire 66ers, making playoff appearances three out of four years in his time there. "All of us are excited about the Angels' return to Rancho. Having played there for the last several years, I know th... Full Story

• Last Week around the Leagues - (IL) January 27
• Eau Claire Express Announce Hiring of New General Manager, Jake Horan - Eau Claire Express (Northwoods) January 26
• Larks Announce Drone Shows to Kick off Season 10 - Bismarck Larks (Northwoods) January 26
• Bothwell Signs with MLB Program - Glacier Range Riders (PL) January 26
• Rancho Cucamonga Quakes Announce Dave Stapleton as the 2026 Manager - Rancho Cucamonga Quakes (CalL) January 26
• C's Set to Host Season-Long 75th Anniversary of the Nat - Vancouver Canadians (NWL) January 26
• Greater Nevada Field to Host America 250 Featuring California Collegiate League All-Stars on July 4th - Reno Aces (PCL) January 26
• Gwinnett Stripers Now Hiring Gameday Staff for 2026 - Gwinnett Stripers (IL) January 26
• D.J. Stewart Named Grizzlies' Hitting Coach - Gateway Grizzlies (FL) January 26
• Hooks Host Job Fair Jan 28 & Jan 29 - Corpus Christi Hooks (TL) January 26
• Voting Open for BlueClaws 25th Anniversary Team: Catchers - Jersey Shore BlueClaws (SAL) January 26
• Springfield Cardinals Job Fair to be Held February 4 - Springfield Cardinals (TL) January 26
• Bird Dawgs Player Spotlight: Martinez, O'Brien, Pino, Tiburcio - Down East Bird Dawgs (FL) January 26
• RubberDucks to Become Akron Chip Dippers on June 19 and 20 - Akron RubberDucks (EL) January 26
• Lefty Vaupel Signs with Goldeyes - Winnipeg Goldeyes (AA) January 26
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• Winnipeg signs former Marlins prospect Kevin Vaupel - AA Winnipeg Sun (January 27)
  
• Horan named general manager for Eau Claire Express - Northwoods Eau Claire Leader Telegram (January 27)
  
• Akron RubberDucks announce rebranding for 2 games - EL NewsBreak - Akron (January 26)
  
• Mariners show love to their fellow minor league franchises in Portland - EL Portland Press Herald (January 26)
  
• As Missions' departure looms, what will happen to Wolff Stadium? - TL NewsBreak - San Antonio (January 26)
  
• From the Minor Leagues in Appleton to the big stage - MWL NewsBreak - Appleton (January 26)
  
• Baseball Warms Up Akron: Chris Antonetti Headlines the RubberDucks Hot Stove Banquet - EL NewsBreak - Akron (January 26)
  
• Best moments from a 30-year Albuquerque Journal sports writing career - PCL Albuquerque Journal (January 26)
  
• Rock Brand: Wilmington Blue Rocks refresh logos - SAL Sports Logos Net News (January 25)
  
• Las Vegas Aviators Launch New Alternate, Cap Logos With a New Focus - PCL Sports Logos Net News (January 25)
  
• Bowling Green Hot Rods celebrate 10 years of Bootleggers with anniversary logo - SAL Sports Logos Net News (January 25)
  
• What Larry H. Miller Company has in store for sports fans in 2026 - PCL Deseret News (January 25)
  
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