The Milwaukee Brewers announced Tuesday that they've extended their player development contract with the Nashville Sounds for two more seasons, through 2014.
The Sounds have served as the Brewers Triple-A affiliate since 2005.
"We are pleased to extend our working agreement with the Sounds," Brewers president of baseball operations and general manager Doug Melvin said in a release. "While the current facility and conditions are not totally satisfactory, we remain loyal and are very supportive of the ownership and Frank Ward in his continued efforts to get a much-needed new park. As General Manager of a Major League franchise, I totally believe in this ownership, and if we can get the same support from the city, Nashville will be one of the most desirable franchises in minor league baseball."
During Nashville's eight seasons with Milwaukee, the Sounds have had five winning seasons, including capturing the 2005 Pacific Coast League title.
The Sounds call Greer Stadium home. Built in 1978, it is one of the oldest stadiums in all of Triple-A. The Sounds have tried to work with the city on a new ballpark but haven't had much luck.
"We are pleased to continue our relationship with the Brewers," Sounds co-owner Frank Ward said. "They are an organization that produces quality major leaguers through their minor league system, and we are looking forward to watching Milwaukee's next tier of stars continue to develop in Music City."
