Efforts are underway to repeal a law that permits up to $150 million in bonding for a new Portland ballpark, potentially jeopardizing a funding source for the latest proposal. (more…)
Author Archive | Zach Spedden
County Keeping Rays Ybor City Plan in Play
Even though the team has walked away from discussions, Hillsborough County is working for now to keep the door open for a new Tampa Bay Rays ballpark. (more…)
Wolff Stadium Improvements Approved
The San Antonio Missions (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) have secured city funding for Wolff Stadium improvements, including upgrades to player facilities. (more…)
Billy Joel to Play First Camden Yards Concert
This summer will yield a notable first at Oriole Park at Camden Yards, where Billy Joel will play the ballpark’s first-ever concert on July 26. (more…)
2019 College Baseball Opening Days: An Overview
Among major NCAA Division I baseball programs, there will be two very significant facility developments in 2019. The University of Kentucky is preparing to open a new ballpark, while Mississippi State University will unveil a completely renovated Dudy Noble Field. (more…)
St. Louis’s Ballpark Village Expansion Takes Shape
Anticipation is building for the expansion of St. Louis’s Ballpark Village, with some amenities opening this year and apartments being met with demand. (more…)
New for 2019: Oracle Park
There has been a major shift in the ballpark naming rights landscape, as the San Francisco Giants‘ AT&T Park will be renamed Oracle Park. An official announcement is expected on Thursday. (more…)
Suggestions Sought for Wichita Team Name
The New Orleans Baby Cakes (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) are preparing to rebrand in time for their 2020 move to Wichita, as suggestions for a new name are being accepted. (more…)
2019 MiLB Ballpark Opening Days: An Overview
When it comes to new ballparks, affiliated Minor League Baseball will have a busy 2019, with three new facilities opening. Inaugural MiLB games have been announced for all three ballparks and, with the regular season approaching, we are providing an overview of the three opening dates. (more…)
Strong Fiscal Year Reported for TD Ameritrade Park
Omaha’s TD Ameritrade Park turned in strong financial numbers during fiscal year 2017-18, according to a new report from the agency that manages the ballpark. (more…)
Rays Announce Tropicana Field Renovations
The Tampa Bay Rays have announced Tropicana Field renovations for 2019, including plans to reduce the fixed seating capacity and create new social spaces. (more…)
New AT&T Park Videoboard on Tap
The San Francisco Giants are making an upgrade to AT&T Park, where a new videoboard is being installed for 2019 and beyond. (more…)
Sharks, FCBL Spar Over Potential League Change
An effort by the Martha’s Vineyard Sharks to change summer-collegiate leagues has prompted a legal dispute with the Futures Collegiate Baseball League, which contends that the club is violating its bylaws. (more…)