The Houston Astros announced today that they have agreed to sell the Fayetteville Woodpeckers (Single-A) to Diamond Baseball Holdings (DBH), an organization that owns and operates select Minor League Baseball clubs affiliated with Major League Baseball (MLB). The club will remain an affiliate of the Astros and continue to be guided by existing local leadership, including GM Michelle Skinner.
“Diamond Baseball Holdings is the perfect partner for the Astros. Not only do they have a successful track record of investing in communities and Minor League Baseball, they also are committed to a best-in-class local fan experience,” stated Houston Astros Owner and Chairman Jim Crane in a press release. “On behalf of our entire organization, I want to personally thank every employee and fan within each of the clubs for helping make the Astros a championship franchise. We remain committed to these communities as our affiliate partners, and we look forward to continuing to grow the game of baseball together.”
The Woodpeckers bring a track record of on-field success, strong city relationships and operational excellence. They will continue to provide unforgettable baseball and family-friendly entertainment to their communities under DBH’s leadership, with front office staff remaining in place. The Woodpeckers will continue playing at Segra Stadium in the heart of downtown Fayetteville.
The Woodpeckers have emerged as one of the Carolina League’s most dynamic and community-driven teams since their inaugural 2017 season, known for innovative promotions that helped propel them into the top 10 in Single-A attendance this past season.
“Our affiliates are critical partners to the success of our major league franchise. We are excited to invest in our players within each of these communities and look forward to working alongside DBH and the local communities to ensure our players continue to have the best-in-class minor league experience they have been accustomed to,” stated Astros General Manager Dana Brown in a press release.
Through its roster of affiliated clubs across the country, DBH is on a mission to make lifelong memories for its fans. The organization works to support local passions and priorities with national reach and scale, integrating cutting-edge digital technologies into club operations as well as providing new value-generating opportunities in partnership with MiLB.
These acquisitions mark the first Astros-affiliated clubs to join DBH.
Subject to obtaining the consent of the league and satisfying other standard closing conditions, the transaction is expected to close in the coming weeks.
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