Alvin Davis to Headline 2026 AquaSox Hot Stove Banquet

January 9, 2026 - Everett, Washington: The Everett AquaSox are excited to announce that Seattle Mariners fan-favorite Alvin Davis, beloved as "Mr. Mariner" by many, will be the featured speaker at the Second Annual AquaSox Hot Stove Banquet presented by Leavitt Group NW, WestRock Construction, Judd & Black, and MAVRX! Davis, the inaugural member of the Seattle Mariners Hall of Fame, played eight MLB seasons with Seattle. He became the first player in Mariners history to win a major postseason award when he was named the 1984 American Leagu... Full Story

Familiar Faces to Lead Saltdogs in 2026

January 9, 2026 - LINCOLN, NE - The Lincoln Saltdogs have announced that James Frisbie has been hired as the new Field Manager for 2026. A familiar face to Lincoln, Frisbie returns after serving as Lincoln's manager in 2020 and 2021. Frisbie never got the opportunity to step onto the field for Lincoln, as the 2020 season was shut down due to COVID-19, and he received the opportunity to join the Detroit Tigers in the spring of 2021 under A.J. Hinch. Frisbie has had an extensive managerial career over the last two decades. He was promoted to... Full Story

Greenville Baseball Hall of Fame Welcomes 2025 Class

January 9, 2026 - The Greenville Baseball Hall of Fame is pleased to announce its Class of 2025 inductees. The Greenville Baseball Hall of Fame was established in 1989 for the purpose of honoring individuals who have made lasting contributions to the game of baseball and in turn have brought distinction and honor to the greater Greenville (SC) community. This year's class includes Jose Alvarez, former Atlanta Braves pitcher; Cornell Blakely, former Greenville Black Spinners player and longtime Greenville radio personality; Jay Jackson, for... Full Story

Rangers Reveal Crawdads Coaches for 2026

January 9, 2026 - Hickory, NC - The Texas Rangers announced the Crawdads' coaching staff for 2026, with Nick Janssen named manager of the club. Nick Janssen will take over as the new skipper of the Crawdads. Janssen previously spent time with the 'Dads in 2019, serving as the data apprentice for the playoff-bound club. He was originally scheduled to be the data apprentice for Double-A Frisco in 2020, but the season's cancellation pivoted plans and he transitioned into a coaching role in the Fall Developmental League that year. In 2021, he ... Full Story

• Alvin Davis to Headline 2026 AquaSox Hot Stove Banquet - Everett AquaSox (NWL) January 9
• Familiar Faces to Lead Saltdogs in 2026 - Lincoln Saltdogs (AA) January 9
• Greenville Baseball Hall of Fame Welcomes 2025 Class - Greenville Drive (SAL) January 9
• Fireworks, Autographs, Theme Nights, Oh My - Southern Maryland Blue Crabs (AtL) January 9
• Rangers Reveal Crawdads Coaches for 2026 - Hickory Crawdads (CarL) January 9
• RailCats Add Former Cuban National Series Home Run Champion - Gary SouthShore Railcats (AA) January 9
• HOPSpitality Team "Draft Day" Dates Announced - Hillsboro Hops (NWL) January 9
• Roster Building Begins with Trio of Talented Hurlers - Rochester Honkers (Northwoods) January 9
• Rangers Announce 2026 Spartanburgers Coaching Staff - Hub City Spartanburgers (SAL) January 9
• 2026 Round Rock Express Coaching Staff Announced - Round Rock Express (PCL) January 9
• Monarchs Welcome Back Pitching Coach - Kansas City Monarchs (AA) January 9
• Rangers Announce 2026 RoughRiders Field Staff - Frisco RoughRiders (TL) January 9
• Bird Dawgs Player Spotlight: Henderson, Hicks, and Johnston - Down East Bird Dawgs (FL) January 9
• Left-Hander Hill Set for 2026 Return - Ottawa Titans (FL) January 9
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