Sea Dogs to become the Maine Whoopie Pies

PRESS RELEASE – The Portland Sea Dogs are changing their name…for one night anyway. The Sea Dogs will become the Maine Whoopie Pies, presented by Trademark Federal Credit Union, on Friday, June 21st when they host the Reading Fightin Phils at 7:00 PM at Hadlock Field. The name change is in celebration of the official state treat of Maine: the whoopie pie!

Sea Dogs, Red Sox Extend PDC

PRESS RELEASE – The Portland Sea Dogs and Boston Red Sox today announced the extension of their Player Development Contract (PDC) for an additional two years. With the extension, the Red Sox will continue to have a Double-A Eastern League affiliate in Portland through 2022, the longest permitted term under the current Professional Baseball Agreement (PBA).

Sea Dogs Announce Hadlock Improvements

The Portland Sea Dogs (Double-A, Eastern League) have unveiled a series of new items and improvements throughout Hadlock Field for the 2018 season.  The Sea Dogs 25th season home opener is set for Friday, April 13th at 6:00 PM against the Binghamton Rumble Ponies.  Read more here.

A League of Their Own Night at Hadlock Field

In celebration of the 25th anniversary of the movie A League of Their Own, the Portland Sea Dogs (Double-A, Eastern League) hosted a special night to recognize the film at Hadlock Field Thursday night.  Read more here.

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Sea Dogs Announce Front Office Staff Promotions

PRESS RELEASE – The Portland Sea Dogs, Double-A affiliate of the Boston Red Sox, have announced a series of front office staff promotions, effective immediately. Sea Dogs Executive Vice President & General Manager Geoff Iacuessa made the announcements.

Sea Dogs Celebrate ‘Top Gun’ 30th Anniversary Tonight with Flight Suit Jerseys

PRESS RELEASE – In honor of the 30th anniversary of the movie Top Gun, the Portland Sea Dogs will host Top Gun at the Ballpark, powered by Pratt & Whitney North Berwick Veterans Council, on Saturday, June 11th at 6:00 PM.

Jackie Robinson Day

Every year on April 15 — the anniversary of Jackie Robinson’s breaking the color barrier in 1947 — the baseball world spends a day reinforcing the importance of that legacy by celebrating Jackie Robinson Day.  In 1997, Robinson’s No. 42 was retired across all of Major League Baseball in an unprecedented tribute.  Today, teams across baseball will be sporting No. 42 jerseys to honor Robinson.  Read more here.

No. 42 jerseys, Portland Sea Dogs Facebook graphic

No. 42 jerseys, Minnesota Twins Facebook photo

 

Sea Dogs to Host 2015 Eastern League All-Star Game, Logo Unveiled

PRESS RELEASE – The Portland Sea Dogs have been selected by the Eastern League to host the 2015 Eastern League All-Star Game. Sea Dogs General Manager Geoff Iacuessa made the announcement Tuesday afternoon at Hadlock Field. The 2015 All-Star Classic, presented by Sullivan Tire, will be played on Wednesday, July 15th, 2015.

Sea Dogs Welcome 8 Millionth Fan

PRESS RELEASE – The Portland Sea Dogs, Double-A affiliate of the Boston Red Sox, welcomed the 8 millionth fan in franchise history Wednesday night as the Sea Dogs hosted the New Britain Rock Cats at 5:00 PM. Jane Charron from Falmouth, Maine was the lucky fan, who was attending the game with her family.

Celebrating Jackie Robinson Day

The 67th anniversary of the day Jackie Robinson played his first game for the Brooklyn Dodgers will be celebrated as usual throughout baseball with ceremonies today.  Some teams, like the Double-A Portland Sea Dogs (Eastern League), have had to postpone their tribute until Wednesday because of rain.  Read more here.

 

Sea Dogs Prez Named MiLB’s ‘King of Baseball’

PRESS RELEASE – Minor League Baseball has named Portland Sea Dogs President Charlie Eshbach the 2013 “King of Baseball”. The honor was announced Thursday evening at the Baseball Winter Meetings bnaquet in Orlando, Florida.

Sea Dogs Install New Video Boards

PRESS RELEASE – The Portland Sea Dogs, the Double-A affiliate of the 2013 World Champion Boston Red Sox, unveiled a new multimedia project at Hadlock Field on Wednesday. The project includes the addition of 17′ X 53′ high density video board in left-center field, a new 9.3′ X 18.6′ display board in right-center field, and a new marquee sign in front of the stadium.

Sea Dogs Celebrate 20th Anniversary Tonight

The Double-A Portland Sea Dogs (Eastern League) will celebrate their 20th season of play at Hadlock Field on Thursday, April 18th (the date of the Sea Dogs first home game in 1994) at 6:00 p.m.  To celebrate the milestone, 11 former players are expected to be in attendance, and the first 1,000 fans will receive a 20th anniversary pennant.  View press release here.  A reporter shares memories from 1994-2001 here.  Watch video here.

Coughlin Named Sea Dogs’ New PA Announcer

PRESS RELEASE – The Portland Sea Dogs have announced that Paul Coughlin has been hired as the teams’ new public address announcer. Sea Dogs Executive Vice-President and General Manager Geoff Iacuessa made the announcement.

Sea Dogs, Red Sox Extend PDC Four More Years

PRESS RELEASE – The Boston Red Sox and Portland Sea Dogs have agreed to extend their Player Development Contract (PDC) for an additional four years. The extension keeps the Red Sox Double-A affiliation in Portland through the 2018 season. Red Sox Director of Player Development Ben Crockett and Sea Dogs’

Sea Dogs to Have New Playing Surface in 2013

PRESS RELEASE – The Portland Sea Dogs, Double-A affiliate of the Boston Red Sox, have announced that the team is installing a new irrigation system at Hadlock Field and replacing the playing surface for the 2013 season. The Sea Dogs have contracted with Maine and New England based companies to complete the work.

‘The Kastaways’ Return to Hadlock Field

PRESS RELEASE – The Portland Sea Dogs welcomed “The Kastaways” back to Portland Saturday as the mascot band made their Hadlock Field debut. The Sea Dogs have contracted with “The Kastaways” to perform at every Saturday home game in 2012.

Happy Tax Day!

Two things certain in life are death and taxes, and the Double-A Portland Sea Dogs decided to recognize this reality on Tax Day by giving away a granite headstone to one lucky fan during Tuesday night’s game. Read more here.

Sea Dogs Introduce ‘Flat Screen Fridays’ to Promotional Schedule

PRESS RELEASE – The Portland Sea Dogs introduce “Flat Screen Fridays” to the 2012 promotional schedule, brought to you by David Munster’s T.V. Sales and Service.

Sea Dogs Unveil 2012 Promo Schedule

PRESS RELEASE – The Portland Sea Dogs have released their preliminary 2012 promotional schedule. The 2012 Sea Dogs promotional schedule will be the largest in the franchise’s history. Among the promotional activities planned for 2012 are a series of giveaways, celebrity appearances, theme nights, community events, season long promotions, and our signature Hadlock Happening

Sea Dogs Hold Annual Field of Dreams Game, Sport Portland Eskimos Unis

The Double-A Portland Sea Dogs (Eastern League) held their annual Field of Dreams game on Sunday featuring players wearing replica 1926 Portland Eskimo uniforms and emerging from a cornfield.  ESPN named it one of the top 10 promotions in Minor League Baseball in 2010.  Read more here.  Read ESPN article here.  View cool photo gallery here.  Watch video here.

Sea Dogs Pay Tribute to Flannel

PRESS RELEASE – The Portland Sea Dogs will celebrate the final Friday game of the season by paying tribute to flannel. Flannel Friday is set for Friday, September 2nd when the Sea Dogs host the New Hampshire Fisher Cats (Blue Jays) at 7:00 PM.

‘Green Night’ Tonight at Hadlock Field

PRESS RELEASE – The Sea Dogs will host a “Green Night” at Hadlock Field, presented by Hannaford Supermarkets on Friday, August 12th when the Sea Dogs host the Erie SeaWolves (Tigers) at 7:00 PM.

Sea Dogs Set to Welcome Seven Millionth Fan

PRESS RELEASE – The Portland Sea Dogs, Double-A affiliate of the Boston Red Sox are nearing another attendance milestone. The Sea Dogs expect to welcome the seven millionth fan in franchise history sometime during the next homestand which runs from June 27th through July 3rd. The Sea Dogs are 20,572 fans away from the milestone.

A Minor League Baseball Tour Around New England

Boston Globe correspondent Christopher Klein takes a look at the 10 minor league ballparks/teams in New England that you should check out this summer.  Read more and view photos here.  Thanks to John Cerone for the story.

Sea Dogs’ Pitchers Fight Cancer with ‘Mustache May’

PRESS RELEASE – The Portland Sea Dogs’ pitching staff has stepped-up the battle against cancer with the creation of “Mustache May” to benefit the Maine Children’s Cancer Program. The Sea Dogs’ pitching staff has agreed to grow mustaches for the month of May culminating with a Mustache Day at the ballpark on May 29th. Fans are asked to make a pledge to their favorite Sea Dog that they would

Sun, Fireworks, Pink Unis and More in Store for Weekend Homestand

PRESS RELEASE – The Portland Sea Dogs, Double-A affiliate of the Boston Red Sox, return to Hadlock Field for a three-game Mother’s Day weekend series against the New Britain Rock Cats (Twins)May 6th-8th. April showers are behind us as Slugger will bring the May Flowers for Mother’s Day in what is sure to be a beautiful weekend at Hadlock Field.

Sea Dogs Unveil What’s New at Hadlock Field in 2011

PRESS RELEASE – The Portland Sea Dogs have announced a series of improvements and additions for the 2011 season affecting several areas of the organization including concessions, ballpark improvements, promotions, technology, and tickets.  The Portland Sea Dogs open the 2011 season on Thursday, April 7^th at 6:00 PM against the Reading Phillies.  The 2011 season will be the Sea Dogs’ 18^th

Sea Dogs to Battle B-Mets at Fenway

PRESS RELEASE – The Boston Red Sox have announced that the Portland Sea Dogs will return to play a game at Fenway Park in 2011; the sixth annual Futures at Fenway presented by Xfinity minor league doubleheader is scheduled for Saturday, August 20th at Fenway Park.

Sea Dogs, Red Sox Extend PDC

PRESS RELEASE – The Boston Red Sox and Portland (ME) Sea Dogs today announced the extension of their Player Development Contract (PDC) for an additional two years. The extension keeps the Red Sox Eastern League Double-A affiliate in Portland through the 2014 season.

Sea Dogs Introduce the ‘Crib Club’

PRESS RELEASE – The Portland Sea Dogs, Double-A affiliate of the Boston Red Sox, have partnered with Bangor Savings Bank to introduce the Sea Dogs’ Crib Club.  The Crib Club is an opportunity to introduce the newest member of your family to the Sea Dogs’ tradition.

Sea Dogs Make Front Office Changes

PRESS RELEASE – Sea Dogs’ President Charlie Eshbach has announced a number of changes in the Portland Sea Dogs Front Office staff that will take effect immediately as the team begins preparations for the 2011 Eastern League season.

Field of Dreams Game Sept. 5

PRESS RELEASE – Recently named by ESPN.com as one of the ten best promotions in Minor League Baseball, the Sea Dogs will wear replica 1926 Portland Eskimo uniforms, emerge from a cornfield in centerfield and will go into the stands to personally thank fans for their support.  A can’t miss game!

Jimmy Buffett Night, Breakin’ BBoy McCoy, Fireworks Highlight Homestand

PRESS RELEASE – After spending a brief four-day road trip in Binghamton, New York over the 4th of July weekend, the Portland Sea Dogs will return home Monday, July 5th with a bang.  Fifth of July Fireworks will kick-off the Sea Dogs’ longest homestand of the year, an eight-gamer through July 12th, leading up to the All-Star break.  But fireworks aren’t the only bit of excitement

More Improvements at Hadlock Field

Fans experienced a few new features and ballpark enhancements at the home opener for the Double-A Portland SeaDogs at Hadlock Field on Thursday night.  “Feeling like Fenway” is the name of the game for the popular Boston Red Sox affiliate.  View YouTube video here.

Sea Dogs Souvenir Store to Aid Local Non-Profits

PRESS RELEASE – The Portland Sea Dogs, Double-A affiliate of the Boston Red Sox, have partnered with five local non-profit organizations to aid the organizations in their fund raising efforts.  The Sea Dogs team store fund raising program will donate 10% of weekly sales back to local non-profit organizations. 

Sea Dogs Announce 2010 Promotional Schedule

The Portland Sea Dogs, Class AA Eastern League affiliate of the Boston Red Sox, have announced its promotional schedule for the 2010 season.  The 2010 promotional schedule includes a series of traveling acts, fireworks shows, bobblehead dolls, other giveaways, and much more.  Individual tickets for the 2010 season will go on sale on Saturday, November 7th at 9:00 AM at the Hadlock Field Ticket Office.