Hot Rods to Host 2020 Midwest League All-Star Game

PRESS RELEASE – The Bowling Green Hot Rods, Class-A affiliate of the Tampa Bay Rays, are excited to announce the 56th Annual 2020 Midwest League All-Star Game, presented by Med Center Health, and Home Run Derby will be hosted at Bowling Green Ballpark. All-Star festivities will begin on Saturday, June 20th culminating in the Midwest League All-Star Game on June 23rd, 2020.

Hot Rods Unveil Upgrades

The Bowling Green Hot Rods (Single-A, Midwest League) have unveiled their new HD videoboard.  The team has also renovated the club-level, and are working to complete the walkway around the entire ballpark and building a splash park for kids.  The Hot Rods hope to have most of these additions finished before the team’s home opener on April 6th.  Watch video here.

New Concessions Company & Beverage Partner for Bowling Green Ballpark

PRESS RELEASE – The Bowling Green Hot Rods, Class-A affiliate of the Tampa Bay Rays, today announced the two new partnerships at Bowling Green Ballpark. Beginning in the 2019 season, Vette City Catering, LLC will be the new exclusive concessions provider and Clark Beverage Group Inc. will be the new beverage supplier for all events at Bowling Green Ballpark.

Hot Rods Announce Stadium Improvement Plan

PRESS RELEASE – The Bowling Green Hot Rods, in conjunction with the Warren County Downtown Economic Development Authority, announced a stadium improvement plan for Bowling Green Ballpark in excess of 2 million dollars today. The improvement plans are all scheduled to be completed by opening day April 6th, 2019, as the Hot Rods begin their 11th season in Bowling Green.

Bowling Green Hot Rods Sold

PRESS RELEASE – The Bowling Green Hot Rods, Class-A affiliate of the Tampa Bay Rays, today announced the official sale of the franchise to BG SKY, LLC. The sale was completed yesterday afternoon after receiving the final approval from the commissioner’s office of Major League Baseball.

Hot Rods Unveil Commemorative 10th Season Logo

PRESS RELEASE – On Tuesday, the Bowling Green Hot Rods unveiled their commemorative 10th Season logo. The 2018 season will mark the tenth season of Hot Rods baseball in Southcentral Kentucky.

Hot Rods Announce 2017 Promo Schedule

PRESS RELEASE – On Friday, the Bowling Green Hot Rods, Class-A Affiliate of the Tampa Bay Rays, announced their 2017 promotional schedule.

Hot Rods’ “Bootlegger Night” Wins MiLBY Award

PRESS RELEASE – On Wednesday, Minor League Baseball announced the Hot Rods and their “Bootlegger Night” as the top Minor League Baseball promotion of the year for the 2016 season. The MiLBY Awards are based on fan votes, where Minor League Baseball fans across the country have the opportunity to place a vote in a variety of categories including: breakout prospect, best team, and promotion of the year.

Eyeconic TV, Hot Rods Announce Partnership

PRESS RELEASE – The Bowling Green Hot Rods have partnered with Eyeconic TV to place a state-of-the-art digital sign network throughout Bowling Green Ballpark for the duration of the 2016 season.

Hot Rods to be ‘Bootleggers’ for a Night, Logo and Unis Unveiled

PRESS RELEASE – As part of unveiling their promotional calendar for the 2016 season, the Bowling Green Hot Rods (Class-A/Tampa Bay Rays) announced the plans to their first annual “Bootlegger Night” on Wednesday.

Hot Rods Name Alex Cohen as New Play-By-Play Broadcaster

PRESS RELEASE – On Tuesday, the Bowling Green Hot Rods (Class-A/Tampa Bay Rays) named Alex Cohen as the new play-by-play voice and Manager of Broadcasting and Media Relations for the club.

Hot Rods Announce Front Office Staff Additions

PRESS RELEASE – The Bowling Green Hot Rods have announced three new hires and the promotion of three employees ahead of the 2016 season.

Hot Rods Unveil New Look for 2016 Campaign

PRESS RELEASE – The Bowling Green Hot Rods have unveiled their rebranded team identity, including new colors, redesigned logos, jerseys and hats for the 2016 campaign.

Hot Rods Announce Addition of Carousel to Bowling Green Ballpark

PRESS RELEASE – Since their inception in 2009, the Bowling Green Hot Rods have cast themselves as one of the most creative entertainment outlets in all of Minor League Baseball, using Bowling Green Ballpark as the centerpiece venue in creating a top-notch family-friendly experience.

Reed Named Hot Rods Broadcaster as Kappes Departs for Indianapolis

PRESS RELEASE – The Bowling Green Hot Rods (Class-A/Tampa Bay Rays) will have a new lead voice for the 2015 season. Andrew Kappes departs the club to join the broadcast team with the Indianapolis Indians (Triple-A/Pittsburgh Pirates). Daniel “Danny” Reed was named the club’s fourth voice on Thursday following an off-season calling college sports in the Carolinas.

Owners of Hot Rods Finalize Purchase of Louisville Bats

PRESS RELEASE – The commitment of Manhattan Capital Sports Acquisition to the state of Kentucky continues to show strong, as the group who owns the Bowling Green Hot Rods (Class-A/Tampa Bay Rays) announced their purchase of the majority interest in the Louisville Bats (Triple-A/International League/Cincinnati Reds). The investment

Ballpark Visit ALERT: Bowling Green Ballpark (Bowling Green, KY)

Eric and Wendy Pastore from DigitalBallparks.com recently visited Bowling Green Ballpark, home of the Single-A Bowling Green Hot Rods (Midwest League).  Read more and view photo gallery here.

Hot Rods New Ownership Searching for New GM, Ballpark Improvements on Deck

New ownership isn’t the only change in the front office for the Bowling Green Hot Rods, who are searching for a replacement for general manager and chief operating officer Ryan Gates, who left the position shortly after the season ended.  Read more here.  Meanwhile improvements are on deck for Bowling Green Ballpark.  Read more here.