Catchy name, historic stadium have baseball fans flocking to Kinston again Posted Jun 23, 2017 For five long years after its minor league team left town, the City of Kinston continued to maintain the pristine grounds at historic Grainger Stadium. The field was mowed and manicured regularly. The seating area remained painted and maintained. Even the turf was replaced at one point, all in hopes of someday luring professional baseball back. (North State Journal)