DEAD! Posted September 9, 2018 Share Posted September 9, 2018 How about the local ABC affiliate step in and call them the Baby KAKEs? I saw, I came, I left. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pmoehrin Posted September 10, 2018 Share Posted September 10, 2018 On 9/8/2018 at 5:59 PM, Bucfan56 said: That’s a bummer, but they kinda died with the Zephyrs anyway. Baseball in New Orleans has always been a bit of a hard sell from what I gather. OTOH, Wichita (Kansas, in general) has a pretty strong baseball culture from what I’ve seen. We’re talking about one of the most economically depressed parts of the country where baseball is the number three sport. There was a time when New Orleans was one of the strongest minor league markets in the country. Baseball was a big deal at one time and New Orleans was a bit of a hotbed for producing big name prospects, most notably Mel Ott. They flirted several times with getting an MLB team through the 70’s and early 80’s, but there’s a reason why they haven’t been taken seriously since. That said, I could see them going to the Sotuthern League, but I could also see them being in play for the Texas Leagie. I don’t see much of a difference travel wise, which could also mean that it’s too far to justify for either league as well. Plus I’m not seeing it as an upgrade for either league, so this may be a market that’s done unless it can change their ballpark situation. Be interested to see how it plays out. Wichita I think will be an upgrade. A lot of built-in regional rivalries, better market, better ballpark, easier travel. All we have to do now is give them a name that isn’t along the lines of the Wichita Cornholers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wings Posted September 10, 2018 Share Posted September 10, 2018 Some ideas for the new Wichita AAA team: Comets Wingnuts Wranglers Aeros Lineman Wings I know New Orleans won't relocate until 2020 or 2021 but did the ownership inquire about using Wichita State's Eck Stadium until a new ballpark is built so they could relocate sooner? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dilbert Posted September 10, 2018 Share Posted September 10, 2018 16 minutes ago, Wings said: I know New Orleans won't relocate until 2020 or 2021 but did the ownership inquire about using Wichita State's Eck Stadium until a new ballpark is built so they could relocate sooner? I know the National Baseball Congress World Series, who has played in Wichita since 1935, will be moving to Wichita State for at least next year. I had heard that New Orleans planned to honor their lease and move when it expires. If they do move early Eck Stadium might fit the bill temporarily, not sure how the PCL would feel about playing on an all turf infield. I know Hillsboro Hops of the Northwest League plays on one but I cant think of any other minor league teams that have this. Signature intentionally left blank Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wings Posted September 10, 2018 Share Posted September 10, 2018 1 hour ago, Dilbert said: I know the National Baseball Congress World Series, who has played in Wichita since 1935, will be moving to Wichita State for at least next year. I had heard that New Orleans planned to honor their lease and move when it expires. If they do move early Eck Stadium might fit the bill temporarily, not sure how the PCL would feel about playing on an all turf infield. I know Hillsboro Hops of the Northwest League plays on one but I cant think of any other minor league teams that have this. They certainly do. I usually go to about 5 or 6 Hops games a year. Mostly against Salem-Keizer or Eugene. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sykotyk Posted September 10, 2018 Share Posted September 10, 2018 Hudson Valley Renegades have all turf field as well. So, too, does the West Virginia Black Bears. Also of the NYPL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gothamite Posted September 10, 2018 Share Posted September 10, 2018 When the Cyclones converted to turf a few years back, they did the entire playing surface, fence to fence. Do the other NYP teams play on a brown-colored turf infield instead of dirt? The Green Bay Packers Uniform Database! Now in a handy blog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBGKon Posted September 10, 2018 Share Posted September 10, 2018 I always assumed New Orleans would snag a Southern League team (probably Jackson), but would a Texas League team be an option? Looking at the league , the only one I can think of would be Midland Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sc49erfan15 Posted September 10, 2018 Share Posted September 10, 2018 On 9/9/2018 at 4:07 AM, Bucfan56 said: Unrelated, but I wish more teams did this. I’ve always had this dream where the A’s minor league teams we’re the B’s, C’s, and D’s. >A's class A-advanced team is currently the Stockton Ports >Stockton Ports play in the California League >A's rebrand all minor league teams like Bucfan's dream >Stockton is 3rd level from majors, so they become the Stockton D's >Closest California League team to Stockton: Modesto Nuts >Headline when two teams play: D's-Nuts >GOTEEM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian in Boston Posted September 10, 2018 Share Posted September 10, 2018 On 9/10/2018 at 12:21 PM, AstroBull21 said: I always assumed New Orleans would snag a Southern League team (probably Jackson), but would a Texas League team be an option? Looking at the league , the only one I can think of would be Midland I don't think a Texas League franchise will replace the Triple A Baby Cakes in New Orleans. * As a market, New Orleans would fit better in the Southern League's territorial footprint than it would in the Texas League. * The Midland, TX Metropolitan Statistical Area (pop. 170,675) and Midland-Odessa, TX Consolidated Statistical Area (pop. 251,842) are larger than the Jackson, TN MSA (pop. 129,235) and Jackson-Humboldt, TN CSA (pop. 160,398). Further, the population of the Texas statistical areas is growing, whereas that of the Tennessee statistical areas is shrinking. * The Odessa-Midland, TX television market is the 144th-largest amongst Nielsen DMAs, with 153,830 television homes. The Jackson, TN television market is the 177th-largest Nielsen DMA, with 85,540 television homes. According to Nielsen radio market statistics, Odessa-Midland ranks 164th, with 266,200 listeners over the age of 12. The same Nielsen radio statistics have Jackson, TN ranked 277th, with 82,400 listeners over the age of 12. * Midland's attendance numbers have historically been much better than what the Jackson Generals / West Tennessee Diamond Jaxx have drawn. Bottom line? I have to believe that the suits at MiLB headquarters would rather see a New Orleans-based franchise replace Jackson, TN at the Double A level than Midland, TX. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiddySicks Posted September 10, 2018 Share Posted September 10, 2018 3 hours ago, sc49erfan15 said: >A's class A-advanced team is currently the Stockton Ports >Stockton Ports play in the California League >A's rebrand all minor league teams like Bucfan's dream >Stockton is 3rd level from majors, so they become the Stockton D's >Closest California League team to Stockton: Modesto Nuts >Headline when two teams play: D's-Nuts >GOTEEM This is BRILLIANT. We should pool our money together to buy the A’s and make this happen. I’m sure we’ve all got enough change laying around to make the sale happen On 11/19/2012 at 7:23 PM, oldschoolvikings said: She’s still half convinced “Chris Creamer” is a porn site.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JackieMoon Posted September 12, 2018 Share Posted September 12, 2018 I'm going to miss that drooling meth-fiend baby. The Saints or Pelicans need to make him a second mascot lol! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krz Posted September 16, 2018 Share Posted September 16, 2018 On 9/12/2018 at 7:29 AM, sohiosportsfreak said: I'm going to miss that drooling meth-fiend baby. The Saints or Pelicans need to make him a second mascot lol! I think the pelicans have that covered, Excellent! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B-Rich Posted September 16, 2018 Share Posted September 16, 2018 32 minutes ago, KRZYBDGRZ said: I think the pelicans have that covered, Schweichheimer as a minor league ballclub owner was so cheap, he kept the previous Nutria mascots, Boudreaux and Clotile, and just stuck Baby Cakes jerseys on them. Never had a baby mascot. It is what it is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wings Posted September 16, 2018 Share Posted September 16, 2018 As expected the A's and Nashville are not renewing. Most pundits have: -A's to Las Vegas -Nationals to Nashville -Brewers to Fresno -Astros to Round Rock -Rangers to San Antonio Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buzzcut Posted September 16, 2018 Share Posted September 16, 2018 39 minutes ago, Wings said: As expected the A's and Nashville are not renewing. Most pundits have: -A's to Las Vegas -Nationals to Nashville -Brewers to Fresno -Astros to Round Rock -Rangers to San Antonio Rumor has it that the Rangers have the inside track for Nashville, not the Nationals. The CCSLC's resident Geelong Cats fan. Viva La Vida or Death And All His Friends. Sounds like something from a Rocky & Bullwinkle story arc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wings Posted September 16, 2018 Share Posted September 16, 2018 32 minutes ago, buzzcut said: Rumor has it that the Rangers have the inside track for Nashville, not the Nationals. The ballpark situation in SA could be pushing the Rangers to Nashville. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiddySicks Posted September 16, 2018 Share Posted September 16, 2018 3 hours ago, Wings said: As expected the A's and Nashville are not renewing. Most pundits have: -A's to Las Vegas -Nationals to Nashville -Brewers to Fresno -Astros to Round Rock -Rangers to San Antonio That would be a very dumb move for the A’s. Nashville was dumb, too. They need to find a way to get Reno and leave Vegas to the D backs. On 11/19/2012 at 7:23 PM, oldschoolvikings said: She’s still half convinced “Chris Creamer” is a porn site.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wings Posted September 16, 2018 Share Posted September 16, 2018 59 minutes ago, Bucfan56 said: That would be a very dumb move for the A’s. Nashville was dumb, too. They need to find a way to get Reno and leave Vegas to the D backs. I agree. A's can try again after 2020. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Admiral Posted September 17, 2018 Share Posted September 17, 2018 Why not Fresno for the A's? That makes sense as a fallback for Reno. Milwaukee and Nashville should go back together. ♫ oh yeah, board goes on, long after the thrill of postin' is gone ♫ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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