Captains Invited to Become Indians' New Class-A Advanced Affiliate

December 9, 2020 - (Eastlake, OH) - The Lake County Captains today received an invitation to become the Cleveland Indians' new Class-A Advanced affiliate, beginning in 2021. "We are thrilled to receive this invitation from the Indians and Major League Baseball," said Captains General Manager Jen Yorko. "We have enjoyed a wonderful partnership with the Indians for 18 years and the prospect of bringing even higher caliber baseball to our fans is exciting." Under Minor League Baseball's new structure, the Capta... Full Story


December 9, 2020 - Lynchburg, Va. - The Lynchburg Hillcats are pleased to announce they have been formally invited by the Cleveland Indians to become their new Low-A affiliate. Once full details are revealed, the Hillcats will be evaluating the proposal to confirm it meets the necessary criteria for the team, the fans, and the Lynchburg community before the invitation is accepted. This announcement comes after a lengthy negotiation period in which Major League Baseball has engaged with clubs in an effort to mod... Full Story

December 1, 2020 - (AKRON, OHIO) - The Akron RubberDucks are proud to introduce their second catering package of 2020 with the Primetime Surf "n' Turf Package planned for Monday, December 14. Similar to the popular Father's Day Feast in June, fans have the opportunity to reserve their meal packages beginning December 1 at 9 a.m. and pick up their prepared meal from Canal Park on December 14 beginning at 4 p.m. Fans can find all the details on the Primetime Package and how to reserve theirs today here: WHAT... Full Story

November 20, 2020 - (AKRON, OHIO) - All RubberDucks fans are encouraged to get into the holiday spirit with some new gear during the club's Season Of Savings event! Beginning on November 23rd, the Akron RubberDucks will offer a brand new, unique deal on merchandise each day of the week through December 1st. The Akron RubberDucks team store is open for all fans who want to shop in person in a safe and socially-distanced way with one-way aisles, hand sanitation stations, and limited capacity. Be sure to check akr... Full Story

• Akron RubberDucks' to Offer Week-Long Black Friday Deals, Starting November 23rd - Akron RubberDucks (EL) November 20
• Signed and Game-Used Bieber, Ram=C3=ADrez, Lindor Memorabilia Featured in Captains Charities Auction and Raffle - Lake County Captains (MWL) November 11
• Captains Promote Roth to Assistant GM, Name Maskey Director of Turf Management - Lake County Captains (MWL) October 27
• Official Statement from the Captains Regarding Sunday's Trunk Or Treat Event and COVID-19 - Lake County Captains (MWL) October 16
• NCAA DIII College World Series Coming to Eastlake in 2024 - Lake County Captains (MWL) October 14
• Akron RubberDucks to Host Safe, Socially-Distanced Watch Party for St. Vincent-St. Mary vs. Archbishop Hoban Football Game September 25 - Akron RubberDucks (EL) September 22
• Yellow Balloon Charity Softball Tournament Set - Lynchburg Hillcats (CarL) September 16
• Akron RubberDucks to Host Third "Swing for Your Swag" Event Sunday, September 20 - Akron RubberDucks (EL) September 14
• 460 Battle Brings Communities Together - Lynchburg Hillcats (CarL) September 14
• Akron RubberDucks to Host Second Movie Night September 18 Featuring Black Panther - Akron RubberDucks (EL) September 11
• Akron RubberDucks to Host First Movie Night of 2020 at Canal Park September 5 - Akron RubberDucks (EL) September 2
• Akron RubberDucks to Host Women in Sports Panel September 2 - Akron RubberDucks (EL) August 25
• Akron RubberDucks to Host Second "Swing for Your Swag" Event August 28 - Akron RubberDucks (EL) August 20
• Movie Nights Powered by NOPEC Will Begin August 22 - Lake County Captains (MWL) August 13
• Senior Spotlight Series Rolls on at Canal Park with Two Midweek Senior Night Games August 4th & 6th - Akron RubberDucks (EL) July 31
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• Indians name change the top options Spiders Commodores Guardians - EL Akron Beacon Journal (December 15)
• After Further Review: Hillcats changes a win for Lynchburg - CarL Lynchburg News & Advance (December 13)
• Lake County Captains will be Indians' High Single-A affiliate - MWL Willoughby News-Herald (December 9)
• Hillcats receive invitation from Indians to remain MiLB affiliate in 2021, will drop to Class A - CarL Lynchburg News & Advance (December 9)
• Cleveland Indians invite four minor league clubs to be part of player development structure - MWL Cleveland Plain Dealer (December 9)
• Indians' affiliation with Mahoning Valley Scrappers comes to an end - MWL Willoughby News-Herald (November 30)
• Captains promote Kate Roth to Assistant General Manager - MWL Willoughby News-Herald (October 28)
• 'He chased his dream, and he caught it': Friends, family remember Ronnie Roberts - CarL Lynchburg News & Advance (October 19)
• Event paying tribute to late Ronnie Roberts set for Sunday - CarL Lynchburg News & Advance (October 12)
• Indians see positive in alternate site experience for rookie Triston McKenzie - EL Akron Beacon Journal (August 29)
• Triston McKenzie, a sparkling Indians debut and a literal dream come true: Walk-Off Thoughts - EL Akron Beacon Journal (August 23)
• For former Hillcats manager Mark Budzinski and 'Gypsy Jays,' Buffalo is home - CarL Lynchburg News & Advance (August 12)
• Nordonia, Wadsworth baseball teams battle to enjoyable tie - EL Akron Beacon Journal (July 31)
• Hillcats to host Dogwood District Senior Game - CarL Lynchburg News & Advance (July 26)
• RubberDucks employees get creative during lost season - EL Akron Beacon Journal (July 7)
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