NYC Committing $5.1M to Upgrade Richmond County Bank Ballpark

New York City has committed to a $5.1 million allocation to upgrade and revitalize Richmond County Bank Ballpark, which will prime it for other uses besides baseball. The funding comes on the heels of recent news that the New York Yankees would end its affiliation with the Staten Island Yankees (Single-A, New York-Penn League).  Read more here.

NYCEDC Issues RFP for Retail Space Next to S.I. Yanks Home

As commercial real estate is snapped up in the St. George area, one location has been conspicuously undeveloped — a 7,500-square-foot retail space operated by the New York City Economic Development Corp. adjacent to the Richmond County Bank Ballpark, home of the Staten Island Yankees (Single-A, New York-Penn League).  Read more here.

‘Taste NY’ Partnerships Announced

New York Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced “Taste NY” partnerships Tuesday with five Minor League Baseball teams in New York, including the Staten Island Yankees (Single-A, New York-Penn League) at the Richmond County Bank Ballpark, St. George.  Read more here.

Completion of NY Wheel, Empire Outlets Could Be Game Changer for Baby Bombers

Staten Island Yankees (Single-A, New York-Penn League) co-owner Glenn Reicin believes the minor-league franchise has a bright future that’s directly connected with the fortunes of the re-development of the St. George waterfront.  Read more here.  Read about the team’s attendance strategy here.  Thanks to John Cerone for the links.

S.I. Yanks Install New Video Scoreboard, Release 2015 Promo Schedule

The Staten Island Yankees (Single-A, New York-Penn League) on Thursday put the finishing touches on installing a new video scoreboard at Richmond County Bank Ballpark.  Read more and view photo here.  The Baby Bombers also released their 2015 promotional schedule.  View press release here.

Skating Rink, Laser Tag, Tequila Bar for Richmond County Bank Ballpark?

With the NY Wheel and Empire Outlets moving in next door, the Staten Island Yankees (Single-A, New York-Penn League) are looking for something to offer visitors at Richmond County Bank Ballpark when it’s not baseball season.  Read more here.

Staten Island Ballpark Naming Rights Extended

On Friday, Richmond County Savings Bank (RCSB) executives joined with the leadership of the Single-A Staten Island Yankees (New York-Penn League) to announce that the bank will extend its agreement for the naming rights of the ballpark in St. George through 2021.  Read more here.

Beatles Fans Pack S.I. Yankees’ Ballpark for Beatles Tribute

Nearly 5,000 fans packed Richmond County Bank Ballpark, home of the Single-A Staten Island Yankees (New York-Penn League), on Friday for the second-annual “Beatles Blast.”  Radio show deejay Ken Dashow of Q104.2 FM was the emcee of the show, which featured Fab Four cover bands singing the group’s most popular hits.  Read more and view photos here.

Triple-A Yankees Headed to St. George?

As previously reported, the Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees (International League) will be playing on the road in 2012, while PNC Field undergoes $40 million in renovations.  One temporary home could be Richmond County Bank Ballpark in St. George, home of the Single-A Staten Island Yankees (New York-Penn League).  To best avoid scheduling conflicts, relocating to an adequate short-season

Human Flag to Mark Anniversary at S.I. Yankees Ballpark

Staten Island (NY) will celebrate  its 350th anniversary at Richmond County Bank Ballpark at St. George, home of the Single-A Staten Island Yankees, with a human flag made up of 350 students. The “si350” event will occur on July 2 at 9:00 p.m.  Read more here.