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The Arkansas Travelers and Northwest Arkansas Naturals begin the 2012 portion of their Texas League schedule Thursday. Sparks have flown between the clubs at times, but the modern Texas League isn't really known for hot-blooded rivalries. read more >

The Arkansas Travelers begin their latest Texas League season against Midland on Thursday while the Northwest Arkansas Naturals open on the road at Corpus Christi. The season marks the return of pro baseball and other assorted attractions in true minor league style. read more >

Salvador Perez was known for his defensive abilities when he played in the Texas League. The Northwest Arkansas Naturals catcher joined the majors last August and now could become the most profitable player of the minor-league franchise, becoming the first former Natural to ink a multi-year contract with a big league team. read more >

The parent club Kansas City Royals announced Monday that Poldberg will be in the dugout for his fifth consecutive season running the Class AA Texas League club. read more >

Northwest Arkansas Naturals general manager Eric Edelstein, first baseman/infielder Anthony Seratelli, pitcher Kelvin Herrera, and former Naturals second baseman and current Royals' second baseman Johnny Giavotella were among those named Thursday as Kansas City Royals' organizational award recipients for their on-field achievements during the 2011 season. read more >