Two firms, including one led by Stephen Bronfman, a leader in the effort to bring MLB back to Montreal, have reached to an agreement to develop a site at the city’s Peel Basin with a project that could include a new ballpark. (more…)
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Atlantic League Tests Trackman System
When the Somerset Patriots hosted the High Point Rockers last Thursday, it marked the independent Atlantic League‘s first test of a Trackman system to assist home plate umpires. (more…)
London Series to be Played on Synthetic Turf
When the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees meet at London Stadium next month, they will play their two-game series on synthetic turf. (more…)
Sternberg: Rays Low Attendance Could Have “Ramifications”
During recent comments, Tampa Bay Rays owner Stuart Sternberg lamented low attendance figures at Tropicana Field, noting it could have implications on the team’s future. (more…)
Darwin Barney Touts Portland MLB Efforts
As an investor in the Portland Diamond Project, former major league infielder Darwin Barney is touting the group’s proposal for a new ballpark in the Oregon city. (more…)
Today’s Eye Candy: New Oakland Athletics Ballpark Renderings
We have some fresh eye candy for you today: updated renderings of a proposed new Oakland Athletics ballpark from the team and architecture firm Bjarke Ingels Group. (more…)
Nashville MLB Meeting Postponed
A planned meeting between Nashville MLB backers and Major League Baseball was postponed, with the Nashville group citing the league’s stance on potential expansion as a factor. (more…)
Anaheim Unfazed by Possible Long Beach Overtures for Angels
Although they have yet to begin formal negotiations with the Los Angeles Angels, Anaheim officials seem unfazed by exploration of a new ballpark for the team in Long Beach. (more…)
Seattle Mariners Pay $4.6M to T-Mobile Park Owner
The Seattle Mariners have shared $4.6 million in profits with the agency that owns T-Mobile Park, with the funds to go toward improvements in and around the ballpark. (more…)
$40M Bond Issue Could Include Progressive Field Repair Funds
Cuyahoga County officials are proposing roughly $40 million in bonds to cover repairs at two major sports facilities, including the Cleveland Indians‘ Progressive Field. (more…)
Angels Long Beach Ballpark Project Could Top $1 Billion
A potential new ballpark project for the Los Angeles Angels in Long Beach could top $1.1 billion, according to city documents uncovered in local news reports. (more…)
MLB Taps BrightView Sports Turf as Official Field Consultant
In a newly announced agreement, Major League Baseball has named BrightView’s Sports Turf Division as its Official Field Consultant. (more…)
A’s Tentative Howard Terminal Agreement Approved
The Oakland A’s proposal for a new Howard Terminal ballpark took a step forward Monday, as a tentative term sheet was approved by Port of Oakland officials. (more…)