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Nationals prospect King joins MiLB podcast

March 21, 2025

Check out the latest episodes of The Show Before the Show, MiLB.com's official podcast. A segment rundown is listed below, in case you want to skip to a particular section. Like the podcast? Subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts. The podcast is also available via Spotify, Megaphone and other

Check out the latest episodes of The Show Before the Show, MiLB.com's official podcast. A segment rundown is listed below, in case you want to skip to a particular section. Like the podcast? Subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts. The podcast is also available via Spotify, Megaphone and other podcast-listening apps. This episode can also be found on Minor League Baseball's official YouTube page. Send questions or feedback to podcast@milb.com, and follow hosts Sam Dykstra (@samdykstramilb.bsky.social) and Tyler Maun (@tylermaun.bsky.social) on Bluesky and Benjamin Hill (@bensbiz) on X.

Intro/Ben's Biz Banter (0:00)

The gang is back together in person, along with Josh Jackson. The group discusses the new Copa de la Diversión identities revealed this week and Portland's Maine Candlepins look.

Spring Breakout recap (39:06)

Sam and Tyler recap some of the most standout moments from this year's Spring Breakout games, including a big Rays-Red Sox matchup and Jurrangelo Cijntje's switch-pitching.

Seaver King interview (48:32)

Nationals No. 5 prospect Seaver King chats with Sam from West Palm Beach about his first Spring Training, his time at Wake Forest and his move to shortstop.

Ghosts of the Minors/Wrapping up (1:01:32)

Josh unearths the latest edition of Ghosts of the Minors, and the crew concludes another podcast.

Welcome Back - Your 2025 Guide to ShoreTown

8:14 AM EDT

Looking to maximize your visit to BlueClaws Opening Night or any game this year? Then you've come to the right place. Check out our 2025 Guide to ShoreTown and the BlueClaws.

A Look at New Food & Drink Items For BlueClaws Games This Season

April 3, 2025

Let's take a look at some of the new food items that will be offered at ShoreTown Ballpark this season!

Renegades Score Three In Ninth to Stun Claws 8-7

April 5, 2025

WAPPINGERS FALLS, NY - Brendan Jones hit a bases-clearing double to drive in three runs in the bottom of the ninth and win the game for Hudson Valley, who came from behind to stun the BlueClaws 8-7 on Saturday night at Heritage Financial Park.

BlueClaws Partner with Marinella’s Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria to Open Crust Station by Marinella’s at ShoreTown Ballpark

Stand to be open at all BlueClaws home games in Food Court adjacent to mini golf course
April 2, 2025

JERSEY SHORE, NJ – The BlueClaws are proud to partner with Marinella’s Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria to open the Crust Station by Marinella’s at ShoreTown Ballpark this season. Marinella’s will now be the exclusive pizza vendor and their stand will be open at all BlueClaws home games this summer. The

What’s New in ShoreTown? BlueClaws Set For Another Special Summer

April 2, 2025

JERSEY SHORE, NJ – As the sun is set to rise on the 2025 BlueClaws season, the team announced several enhancements to the fan experience across games this summer. The season begins on April 8th with Opening Night at the Jersey Shore. First pitch is at 6:35 pm and gates

County Days Set For April 13th, 27th with $5 Tickets On Sale

February 24, 2025

JERSEY SHORE, NJ - Buster was on the move recently, heading to County Tourism offices in both Ocean and Monmouth Counties, to promote County Days in ShoreTown this spring! Monmouth County Day is Sunday, April 13th and Ocean County Day is Sunday, April 27th. Tickets are available for just $5

BlueClaws to Celebrate Jersey Shore Tourism Industry with Locals/Bennys Games

BlueClaws to play as Locals, Hudson Valley to play as The Bennys for three games this summer
March 27, 2025

JERSEY SHORE, NJ – The Bennys are coming…to ShoreTown! As part of a one-of-a-kind promotion celebrating the tourism industry at the Jersey Shore, the BlueClaws will play three games as the Jersey Shore Locals against the Hudson Valley Renegades, who will play as The Bennys at ShoreTown Ballpark this summer.

BlueClaws Charities Suite Raffle Winners

March 28, 2025

JERSEY SHORE, NJ - Congratulations to the eight winners of the 2025 BlueClaws Charities Luxury Suite Raffle. The names were drawn on Thursday in a Facebook Live stream that you can watch by clicking here.

Introducing the Jersey Shore Shine Barons

BlueClaws to don alternate identity on Saturday, June 14th
March 18, 2025

JERSEY SHORE, NJ – It was February of 2000. A new Minor League Baseball team was coming to the Jersey Shore. The suggested names were piling in, and it was BlueClaws that was ultimately selected, a name and identity that has lasted a quarter-century. Another name on that list was

BlueClaws Charities, New Jersey Natural Gas to Give Four Scholarships As Part of Copa de la Diversión Program

March 4, 2025

JERSEY SHORE, NJ – BlueClaws Charities and New Jersey Natural Gas have come together once again on a scholarship program in conjunction with the team’s Medusas de Jersey Shore brand and Minor League Baseball’s Copa de la Diversión initiative. "Copa de la Diversión," or "Fun Cup," is a season-long event

BlueClaws Collecting National Anthem Applications

February 6, 2025

JERSEY SHORE, NJ - Individuals interested in performing the National Anthem at a BlueClaws game this summer can now apply. Performers are encouraged to submit an audition video online for consideration. To submit, CLICK HERE and please fill out the form completely. All submissions are due by March 15th.

Star Wars Night Bundle Now On Sale

February 20, 2025

JERSEY SHORE, NJ - The BlueClaws are excited to host Star Wars Night, presented by RWJBarnabas Health, on Friday, July 18th, and our special Star Wars Night bundle is currently on sale!

Bluey is Coming to ShoreTown on April 26th

January 17, 2025

JERSEY SHORE, NJ - On the morning of this morning, the BlueClaws announced that the one and only Bluey will be making a visit to ShoreTown Ballpark this year on Saturday, April 26th at the team's 4:05 pm game against Brooklyn (Mets).

BlueClaws Announce 2025 Fireworks Schedule

January 22, 2025

JERSEY SHORE, NJ - The BlueClaws will have 14 special fireworks shows at ShoreTown Ballpark this year summer, beginning with Opening Night at the Jersey Shore on April 8th, presented by Jenkinson's Boardwalk.

Military Appreciation Night Hero Nomination Form Now Open

BlueClaws announce additional military initiatives
November 11, 2024

JERSEY SHORE, NJ – The BlueClaws will once again honor military heroes through a special post-game ceremony after the July 24th Military Appreciation Night game and the team is now collecting nominations of military heroes to be recognized that night. Military Appreciation Night is presented by OceanFirst Bank.

This road trip will give you the spirit of '76

Revolutionary sojourn salutes General George Washington
@JoshJacksonMiLB
June 26, 2024

Because there's no better way to celebrate the Fourth of July than getting out to a ballgame, earlier in the week we presented a breakdown of must-catch Minor League games with Independence Day celebrations, with one entry for each farm system. But let's say you're not satisfied with one Independence

Crawford, Abel lead Phillies' Organization All-Stars

Philadelphia's top prospects ready to get club back to Fall Classic
@RobTnova24
December 8, 2023

Each offseason, MiLB.com goes position by position across each organization and honors the players -- regardless of age or prospect status -- who had the best seasons in each farm system. Next up in our 2023 Organization All-Stars series are the Philadelphia Phillies. 2023 organization summary: Triple-A Lehigh Valley: 80-66

The best of the Phillies' Minor League ballparks

Beaches, ballpark friends and bacon highlight road to Philadelphia
@Kelsie_Heneghan
July 26, 2023

The Minor League Ballpark Guides series presented by Wyndham brings all the most fun features of Minors ballparks across America (and one in Canada!) onto your desktop, tablet or mobile device, whether you're interested in taking a virtual tour from where you sit or planning a trip to catch some

Copa de la Diversión en la comunidad

Monarcas among clubs making connections beyond the ballpark
@Gerard_Gilberto
May 31, 2023

Copa de la Diversión is a multi-faceted fan engagement platform focused on embracing the cultures and values that resonate most with local Latino/a communities. Indeed, some of the greatest success stories within Copa -- sponsored by Nationwide, the platform's official insurance partner -- relate to each club’s ability to make

The Road to The Show™: Phillies righty Abel

No. 54 overall prospect holding up his end of winning combo
@Gerard_Gilberto
November 29, 2022

Each week, MiLB.com profiles an elite prospect by chronicling the steps he's taken toward achieving his Major League dream. Here's a look at second-ranked Phillies prospect Mick Abel. For more stories about players on The Road to The Show, click here. Coming into the season, Mick Abel seemed to be

Painter, veteran bats bring the noise for Phillies

Young ace headlines All-Stars list alongside experienced sluggers
@Gerard_Gilberto
November 21, 2022

Each offseason, MiLB.com goes position by position across each organization and honors the players -- regardless of age or prospect status -- who had the best seasons in each farm system. Next up in our 2022 Organization All-Stars series are the Philadelphia Phillies.

And now, our ballpark feature presentation

A look at the most unique stadium aspects in the Minor Leagues
@BensBiz
October 8, 2020

What makes a Minor League ballpark unique? The food? The fans? The view? The answer to that query is, of course, all of the above. But perhaps above all, what makes a Minor League park unique are its stand-alone features, those architectural quirks, creative constructions and down-the-line additions that simply

'Greatest Gorra' tournament of hats heating up

MiLB.com staff picks favorites in Copa de la Diversión cap contest
@tylermaun
June 4, 2020

From 92 caps, one will take the crown. The Greatest Gorra tournament has entered its second round, having narrowed its collection to 46 squads from Minor League Baseball's Copa de la Diversión initiative recognizing and honoring Hispanic and Latinx communities with culturally relevant identities. Fans can cast their second round

National Anthem Tryouts on April 1st at FirstEnergy Park

Interested applicants must apply online in advance
February 21, 2020

LAKEWOOD, NJ- The BlueClaws will hold their 2020 National Anthem tryouts on Wednesday, April 1st at FirstEnergy Park. The auditions will run from 5 pm - 7 pm.

Numerous 2020 Promotions Released For First Time

Many more to be unveiled over the next few weeks
February 20, 2020

The BlueClaws have unveiled the first in a long series of Promotional Nights to come out for 2020. This is a partial list with many others to be released over the coming days and weeks.