At the Top: Adams Tabbed as New Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Team President

PRESS RELEASE – On Wednesday, the Scranton/ Wilkes-Barre RailRiders officially announced John Adams as the team’s new president. Members of the RailRiders ownership group were on hand to welcome Adams into his new role ahead of the 2020 season.

30th Season Celebration Highlights RailRiders’ 2019 Promo Schedule

PRESS RELEASE – With Opening Day fast approaching, the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders have announced their 2019 promotional schedule. The RailRiders, Triple-A affiliate of the New York Yankees, will celebrate 30 years of professional baseball in Northeast Pennsylvania during the upcoming season and the promotional highlights will revolve around that history.

RailRiders Announce RailRiders University, Lecture Series

PRESS RELEASE – The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders are pleased to announce a free, six-part lecture series for parents of players registered for the upcoming Winter Camps at PNC Field.  RailRiders University is presented by Geisinger, who is proud to offer its expertise for these informative sessions in the home clubhouse at PNC Field.

RailRiders to Host 2020 Triple-A All-Star Game

On Thursday evening, the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders, in conjunction with the International League and Pacific Coast League, announced that the 2020 Triple-A All-Star Game will be held at PNC Field.  Read more here.

Luzerne County Approves Settlement, Lackawanna County Expected to Follow Suit

Seven years after Luzerne County filed a lawsuit against neighboring Lackawanna County and the Multi-Purpose Stadium Authority of Lackawanna County regarding the sale of the region’s Triple-A baseball franchise, Luzerne County Council approved a $4 million settlement offer.  Read more here.

RailRiders Unveil ‘Baby Bombers’ Alternative Logo

On Saturday, the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders (Triple-A, International League) unveiled a “Baby Bombers” alternative logo designed by Brandiose.  As you know, the RailRiders are affiliated with the New York Yankees.  Watch unveiling here.

Luzerne, Lackawanna Litigation Saga Continues

Solicitors from Luzerne and Lackawanna counties say they’re interested in discussing a settlement of their dueling litigation over the region’s Triple-A baseball franchise.  Read more here.

Two-Time All-Star One of Three Additions to RailRiders Ownership

PRESS RELEASE – Two-time Major League All-Star, former SWB Red Baron and NEPA resident Andy Ashby was one of three additions to the SWB RailRiders’ (Triple-A/New York Yankees) ownership group as announced by the team at a PNC Field press conference today. Chuck Cohen and Steve Somers also were announced as new members of the team’s ownership.

Glow-in-the-Dark Fridays Highlight RailRiders 2016 Promo Schedule

The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders (Triple-A, International League) have released their 2016 promotional schedule, which include players wearing fully blacked-out jerseys and hats every Friday for Glow-in-the-Park Fridays.  Read promo press release here.  Read about the team’s rebranding snag here.

Luzerne County, Lakawanna County Nearing Settlement Over SWB Club

Luzerne County’s lawsuit aiming to gain half of the $14.6 million sale of the Moosic (PA)-based Triple-A minor league baseball franchise might be moving closer to a settlement.  Read more here.

Ballpark Visit ALERT: PNC Field (Moosic, PA)

MiLB.com reporter Benjamin Hill wrapped up his “On the Road” series this past season with a visit to PNC Field, home of the Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders (International League).  Read more and view photos here.