IronBirds to Honor Ripkens, Will Play as ‘Aberdeen Legacy’

The Aberdeen IronBirds (Single-A, New York-Penn League) have announced they will pay tribute to hometown heroes, Cal and Bill Ripken, and play as the Aberdeen Legacy on Saturday, August 3, against the Vermont Lake Monsters.  Read more here.

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Ripken Files Suit Against City

Claiming conduct by the City of Aberdeen (MD) in recent years has made operating Ripken Stadium “unbearably difficult,” the company that owns the Aberdeen IronBirds (Single-A, New York-Penn League) has filed suit accusing the city of not living up to the terms of an agreement made nearly 20 years ago.  Read more here.

Ripken Challenges City, Sets Deadline for Response

Cal Ripken Jr.‘s sports management company said his firm should take over management of non-baseball events such as weddings, concerts and fundraisers at Ripken Stadium, and claims the City of Aberdeen (MD) has not fulfilled its obligations to upgrade the city-owned ballpark.  Read more here.

Huntley Sports Group Seeks Contract Extension to Book Non-Baseball Events at Ripken Stadium

At least one non-baseball event has been happening at Aberdeen’s Ripken Stadium each week in 2018, according to the CEO of the firm the city hired earlier this year to handle such bookings.  Read more here.

Council Approves Deal to Manage All Non-Baseball Events at Ripken Stadium

The Aberdeen (MD) City Council approved an agreement Monday night to have Huntley Sports Group manage all non-baseball events at the city-owned Ripken Stadium, effective immediately.  Read more here.

Aberdeen Working to Develop and Finalize Stadium Management Agreement, IRS Compliance an Issue

Aberdeen (MD) City Council members hope to have an agreement in place “sooner rather than later” for management of Ripken Stadium, home of the Aberdeen IronBirds (Single-A, New York-Penn League), for this year and beyond, the city’s mayor said.  This could happen as early as the next city council meeting on Feb. 12.  Read more here.

Ripken Stadium Mangement Deal Bad for the City?

Shortly after he arrived from Alaska in the summer of 2016 to take over day-to-day management of the Aberdeen (MD) city government, Randy Robertson remarked that he did not realize part of his new job included managing a municipal stadium.  Read more here.

IronBirds Hopeful for Long-Term Resolution of Ballpark Issues

The owners of the Aberdeen IronBirds (Single-A, New York-Penn League) hope for a “long-term solution” to the issues that have put them at odds with the City of Aberdeen (MD) in recent months, including responsibility for managing events outside the baseball season and the proposed sale of the team’s home, Ripken Stadium.  Read more here.

Ballpark Management Firm Reiterates Commitment to Aberdeen, Ripkens

Athan Sunderland, CEO of the Huntley Sports Group, says his company is committed to the success of Ripken Stadium and the City of Aberdeen (MA), as controversy continues to swell around the city officials plan to give Sunderland’s company control of the stadium’s management.  Read more here.

No Deal Yet to Manage Non-Baseball Events at Ripken Stadium

Unless the City of Aberdeen (MD) can reach a license agreement in the next few days with someone to manage Ripken Stadium in 2018, the city will assume control over non-baseball events on Jan. 1.  Read more here.

City Unanimously Approves Plan to Sell Ripken Stadium

At a special meeting Monday evening, Aberdeen’s (MD) mayor and city council unanimously affirmed their intention to try and sell Ripken Stadium, home of the Aberdeen IronBirds (Single-A, New York-Penn League), to relieve the city of one of its financial burdens.  Read more here.

City Tells IronBirds Management It Will Resume Management of Non-Baseball Events

Having failed to reach an agreement to manage the city-owned Ripken Stadium, the city of Aberdeen (MD) in June notified Tufton LLC it intends to go back to the agreement in place when the stadium opened in 2002, giving the city control over all non-baseball events.  Read more here.

IronBirds Announce Partnership with RAACE, Unveil Special Jersey

PRESS RELEASE – As a member of the RAACE SuperHero program, the IronBirds will support the nonprofit organization with fundraising efforts and help generate awareness throughout Minor League and amateur baseball.

‘Steamed Crabs’ Baseball Coming to Aberdeen this Summer, Logo and Unis Unveiled

PRESS RELEASE – The Aberdeen IronBirds, Class A short-season affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles, today announced it will change its name to the Aberdeen Steamed Crabs for one game only on Friday, August 11. In paying homage to Maryland’s most hallowed pastime of picking steamed crabs, the IronBirds will debut special Steamed Crabs-themed uniforms and a crab-themed menu with food options for all ages.

IronBirds Announce New HD Video Board

PRESS RELEASE – It hasn’t been business as usual here in Aberdeen! Today, the IronBirds are excited to announce the new 1,500 square foot high-definition video board and live score line display for the 2017 season.

Aberdeen Officials, Ripken Baseball Discuss Lease

With negotiations under way for a new lease on city-owned Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium, home of the Aberdeen IronBirds (Single-A, New York-Penn League), Aberdeen (MD) city officials concede they aren’t sure what role the city government should play in the stadium’s management going forward.  The negotiations on the stadium lease are taking place against the backdrop of Ripken baseball owners Cal Ripken Jr. and Billy Ripken looking for a partner to buy a majority ownership in the team.  Read more here.

IronBirds Name Slatus GM

PRESS RELEASE – The Aberdeen IronBirds, Class A short-season affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles, today announced the appointment of Matt Slatus as its General Manager. Slatus will oversee the front office and game day operations, lead all ticket sales efforts and continue to engage the local Harford County community.

IronBirds to Honor Fallen Deputies Throughout 2016 Season

PRESS RELEASE – The Aberdeen IronBirds, Class A short-season affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles, today announced its plans to pay tribute to the two fallen Harford County deputies, Senior Deputy Patrick Daily and Deputy First Class Mark Logsdon, who were killed in the line of duty on February 10, 2016.

30th Anniversary of ‘Ferris Bueller’s Day Off’ Highlights IronBirds’ 2016 Promo Schedule

PRESS RELEASE – The Aberdeen IronBirds, Class A short season affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles, today announced its promotional schedule for the 2016 regular season. In addition to the 19 themed promotional nights, IronBirds fans attending games at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium will have the opportunity to enjoy 14 post-game fireworks shows throughout the season.

Ripken Baseball and Leidos Announce Stadium Naming Rights Partnership

PRESS RELEASE – Ripken Baseball and Leidos, Inc. (NYSE:LDOS), a national security, health and engineering solutions company, today announced a multi-year partnership granting Leidos the naming rights for Ripken Stadium in Aberdeen, Md. Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium will officially become the home of the Aberdeen IronBirds, pending New York Penn League and Minor League Baseball approval.

IronBirds to Host 2015 NYPL All-Star Game

The 2015 New York-Penn League All-Star Game will be played at Ripken Stadium in Aberdeen (MD), the Single-A Aberdeen IronBirds and the New York-Penn League announced Thursday.  This will be the second time Ripken Stadium has hosted the game.  Read more here.

 

Ripken Baseball Seeks Naming Rights Partner for Ballpark

It already has a famous name, but Ripken Baseball says it is looking for a naming-rights sponsor for Ripken Stadium, home of the Single-A Aberdeen IronBirds (New York-Penn League).  Read more here.

IronBirds Go ‘Ripken Orange’ in the Outfield

PRESS RELEASE – Ripken Baseball today completed installation of its “Ripken orange” outfield wall upgrade, creating a unique ballpark experience at Ripken Stadium, home to hundreds of elite youth baseball tournaments and the Aberdeen IronBirds, short-season affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles.

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IronBirds Name New GM

PRESS RELEASE – Ripken Baseball today announced the appointment of Joe Harrington as General Manager of the Aberdeen IronBirds, the Class ‘A’ short season affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles. Harrington will lead all ticket sales efforts, oversee the front office and game day operations, and further engrain the IronBirds in the Harford County community and Baltimore region.

Inaugural Ripken Cup: Maryland vs. Towson

PRESS RELEASE – Ripken Baseball today announced plans for the inaugural Ripken Cup collegiate baseball invitational between University of Maryland and Towson University. The two-game series will be hosted at Ripken Stadium on Tuesday, April 15 and Wednesday, May 7 at 7:05 pm.

A Grander Vision for Area Around Ripken Stadium

Aberdeen (MD) city council members said this week they do not want any new homes near Ripken Stadium, home of the Single-A Aberdeen IronBirds (New York-Penn League). Zoned as an “integrated business district, the city still has high hopes the area will blossom into a commercial and office center.  Read more here.  Thanks to John Cerone for the link.

IronBirds Are ‘Back in Black’ with Orioles Inspired Uniforms for 2014

The Single-A Aberdeen IronBirds (New York-Penn League) are “Bringing the Magic Back” in 2014 with new uniforms from Under Armour that feature the true colors of the Baltimore Orioles.  Read more here.  Watch “Back in Black” video here.

Aberdeen IronBirds Announce Danny Mays as “The Voice” of Ripken Stadium

PRESS RELEASE – The Aberdeen IronBirds, Class ‘A’ short season affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles, today announced Danny Mays as its new public address announcer at Ripken Stadium. “The Voice” of Ripken Stadium was an online, social contest allowing interested parties to submit an audition video and engage in an interactive, public voting process.  Mays was among eight finalists who

Aberdeen IronBirds Unveil New Logo

PRESS RELEASE – The Aberdeen IronBirds, Class ‘A’ short season affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles, today unveiled a new team logo. The logo will make its national merchandise debut at the Baseball Winter Meetings on Monday, December 3 in Nashville, Tennessee.

Ballpark Visit ALERT: Ripken Stadium (Aberdeen, MD)

Brian Merzbach from BallparkReviews.com recently visited Ripken Stadium, home of the Single-A Aberdeen IronBirds (New York-Penn League).  View photos and review here.

Ripken Baseball, Mayor Make Damage Control Visit to Augusta

Representatives from Ripken Baseball and Aberdeen (MD) Mayor Michael Bennett made a trip down to Augusta (GA) on Monday to dispel rumors and misconceptions that could damage the development of a new downtown ballpark for the Single-A Augusta GreenJackets (South Atlantic League).  Accusations are that the development of the stadium for the Single-A Aberdeen IronBirds (New York

Ballpark Visit ALERT: Ripken Stadium (Aberdeen, MD)

MiLB.com reporter Benjamin Hill visits Ripken Stadium, home of the Single-A Aberdeen IronBirds (New York-Penn League), and the surrounding mega baseball complex.  Read more and view photos here.