The Cleveland Indians held out for many years, but eventually League Park’s run as the team’s full-time home came to an end. (more…)
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Minor League Baseball Adds Six New Staff Members
Minor League Baseball has announced several personnel moves, including the hiring of six new staff members and new roles for three current executives. (more…)
Launch Your Own Loyalty Program With Stadium1
The best way to encourage loyalty among your fans? Establish a top-notch loyalty program—like the one offered by Stadium1 as part of its venue operations suite of products. (more…)
Hinchliffe Stadium Restoration Work Begins
Hinchliffe Stadium will be receiving some restoration work, as officials participated in a ceremonial groundbreaking for the project on Tuesday. (more…)
Frank Boulton Submits Proposal for Surf Stadium Site
Frank Boulton is one of four participants in a request for proposal (RFP) process for the land that includes Surf Stadium, former home of the Atlantic City Surf. (more…)
In Memoriam: Joe Klein
Joe Klein, executive director of the independent Atlantic League since its inception in 1998 and former MLB general manager, passed away at Temple University Hospital from heart surgery complications on Wednesday morning. He was 75. (more…)
Marc Amicone Promoted by Salt Lake Bees
The Salt Lake Bees (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) have announced a promotion for Marc Amicone, who is now the club’s president/general manager. News of the promotion was announced by Steve Starks, president of Larry H. Miller Sports and Entertainment. (more…)
DBAP Gaming Challenge Set for Durham Bulls Athletic Park
In a first for a Minor League Baseball ballpark, Durham Bulls Athletic Park will host an Esports tournament–the DBAP Gaming Challenge. The tournament will take place at the home of the Durham Bulls (Class AAA; International League) from September 29-October 1. (more…)
Lakewood BlueClaws Name Joe Ricciutti New President and GM
The makeover of the Lakewood BlueClaws (Low A; Sally League) continues. Just weeks after announcing a change in ownership, the BlueClaws have appointed a new president and general manager, naming experienced executive Joe Ricciutti to the post. (more…)
Creating SunTrust Park Spaces With Tech, Social Media
As SunTrust Park continues to impress during its inaugural season, we dive deep into two big factors behind the Atlanta Braves‘ successful ballpark launch: How the team creates community both in the design of physical spaces and a connection to virtually unlimited cyber spaces via broadband and the cloud. (more…)
Disney Buys Majority Share of BAMTech, Will Launch New Streaming Services
Technology developed by BAMTech will serve as the backbone of new streaming services, including a sports service built around ESPN, as The Walt Disney Company acquires majority ownership in the technology spinoff developed by MLBAM. (more…)
Proposals Sought for Hamtramck Stadium
As the effort to revitalize the facility continues, the City of Hamtramck is seeking proposals for the venerable Hamtramck Stadium. (more…)
Design of Newark’s Riverfront Stadium Site Development Released
Design details have been released on the redevelopment of the site of Bears & Eagles Riverfront Stadium, the former home of the Newark Bears. (more…)