The Worcester Redevelopment Authority is pitching the expansion of an urban revitalization area, which could help trigger development surrounding a new home for the relocating Pawtucket Red Sox (Class AAA; International League). (more…)
Author Archive | Zach Spedden
Anaheim to Get Appraisal on Angel Stadium Site
Anaheim officials are seeking an appraisal on the Angel Stadium site, a move that comes after the Los Angeles Angels informed the city that they would opt out of their lease. (more…)
SunTrust Park in Running for 2021 All-Star Game
The Atlanta Braves may host an All-Star Game in the coming years, as Major League Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred recently confirmed that SunTrust Park is in the running for the 2021 game. (more…)
Campbell’s Field Demolition Contract Approved
Officials last week approved a demolition contract for Campbell’s Field, spelling an inevitable end for the former home of the Camden Riversharks (independent; Atlantic League). (more…)
Arkansas Baseball Performance Center Approved
Arkansas baseball will receive a facilities boost, as the University of Arkansas Board of Trustees has approved a series of capital projects that includes a Baseball Performance Center. (more…)
Renegades Dutchess Stadium Extension in Limbo
A proposed Dutchess Stadium extension for the Hudson Valley Renegades (Short Season A; NY-Penn League) stalled this week, as Dutchess County officials voted against a resolution that included $2.4 million in ballpark repairs. (more…)
Wrigley Field Seats to be Renumbered
As part of the ballpark’s next round of renovations, the Chicago Cubs will renumber the seats at Wrigley Field. (more…)
2018 Organization of the Year: Elmore Sports Group
By laying the groundwork for an unprecedented series of franchise shifts, Elmore Sports Group had a productive 2018. That process, combined with the collective success of its portfolio of teams, makes it our 2018 Organization of the Year in the annual Ballpark Digest Awards. (more…)
New Fredericksburg Ballpark Deal Approved
Fredericksburg, VA officials approved a new ballpark deal on Tuesday, clearing the way for the Potomac Nationals (High A; Carolina League) to arrive in the city as soon as 2020. (more…)
Camden Yards Public Wi-Fi Being Explored
Public Wi-Fi could be available at future Baltimore Orioles games, as the owner of Oriole Park at Camden Yards approved a letter of intent to begin negotiations over Wi-Fi. (more…)
Safeco Field Signage Comes Down
Safeco Field signage was removed from the ballpark’s roof on Friday, as the original naming-rights deal for the home of the Seattle Mariners has expired. (more…)
Bowling Green Ballpark Upgrades on Tap
Under new ownership, the Bowling Green Hot Rods (Low A; Midwest League) are planning to make several improvements to Bowling Green Ballpark. (more…)
A’s: We’re on Track to Announce New Ballpark Plan by Year’s End
As they continue their push for a new ballpark, the Oakland A’s say they are on track to announce a plan by the end of this year. (more…)