Progress continues on the construction of Polar Park for the Worcester Red Sox (Class AAA; International League), as the first steel beams go up at the site Monday morning. (more…)
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Super Flush Takes Place at Atrium Health Ballpark
The Kannapolis Cannon Ballers (Low A; Sally League) took another step Friday to prepare Atrium Health Ballpark for the 2020 season, conducting a super flush at the new facility. (more…)
Planned Nat Bailey Stadium Upgrades Stalled by Audit
A report completed by city auditors last summer stalled future ballpark plans for the Vancouver Canadians (Short Season A; Northwest League), including proposed upgrades to Nat Bailey Stadium. (more…)
Hotel on Tap Near First National Bank Field
The area surrounding First National Bank Field in downtown Greensboro is set for more new construction, as a local developer announces plans to build a 12-story hotel. (more…)
New for 2020: Bank of James Stadium
The home of the Lynchburg Hillcats (High A; Carolina League) will become Bank of James Stadium, following Tuesday’s approval of a naming-rights deal by the Lynchburg City Council. (more…)
Miller Park Sales Tax to Sunset March 31
A five-county sales tax used to back construction bonds for Miller Park will officially sunset on March 31, signaling the end of a tax used to help build the Milwaukee Brewers home. (more…)
Girl Struck by Foul Ball at Yankee Stadium in 2017 Makes Recovery
A then two-year-old girl who was hospitalized after being struck by a foul ball at Yankee Stadium in 2017 has made a recovery that is “nothing short of a miracle,” according to her father in details reported by The New York Post. (more…)
Lawsuit Seeks to Have Angel Stadium Land Sale Rejected
Alleging that negotiations were made in violation of transparency laws, a group is suing in order to halt Anaheim‘s agreement to sell Angel Stadium and surrounding land to a development group led by Los Angeles Angels owner Arte Moreno. (more…)
Coors Field Reportedly in Running for 2022 MLB All-Star Game
The 2022 Major League Baseball All-Star Game could be played at Coors Field, as the Colorado Rockies are reportedly vying to host that season’s Midsummer Classic. (more…)
Capital City Stadium Closing Day Event Set for April 4
A closing day event at Capital City Stadium is scheduled for April 4, giving fans a chance to say goodbye to the Columbia, SC ballpark before it is demolished. (more…)
Miles Wolff’s Sale of Burlington Baseball Inc. Marks End of Era
Long-time owner Miles Wolff‘s sale of Burlington Baseball Inc. is prompting a flood of appreciation for his contributions to Minor League Baseball, both in Burlington and beyond. (more…)
Hartford Signs Deal for Development Around Dunkin’ Donuts Park
The City of Hartford and a Stamford-based developer have signed a development agreement for parcels around Dunkin’ Donuts Park, kick-starting a process to bring new amenities to the area. (more…)
Oconomowoc Ballpark Proposal Approved
A planned new ballpark in the far Milwaukee suburbs is moving forward, as the Oconomowoc Common Council has approved a proposed facility that could open by the 2021 summer-collegiate season. (more…)