MLB’s collective-bargaining agreement with the players union is set to expire on Dec. 1, and reports indicate two huge issues remain to be resolved — but there’s still the chance 21 years of labor peace could be challenged next month. (more…)
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Chase Field Sale Scratched
Maricopa County’s plan to sell Chase Field has been scratched, as the prospective buyer of the deal has ended negotiations. (more…)
MLB Netting Lawsuit Dismissed in Federal Court
A lawsuit that sought to force Major League Baseball teams to install netting from foul pole to foul pole has been dismissed in federal court, as U.S. District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers ruled that the likelihood of injury was so small it did not merit class-action status. (more…)
New Leaders On Board for Athletics, Rangers Ballpark Efforts
The Oakland Athletics named Dave Kaval as president, with a prime focus on working out a new ballpark plan for the team, while Jack Hill, who worked on the original development of Globe Life Park, is now leading the planning of a new Texas Rangers ballpark. (more…)
Progressive Field to Receive More Upgrades
Progressive Field, home of the Cleveland Indians, is set to receive a round of upgrades before the 2017 season. (more…)
Cardinals Pitch Ballpark Village Expansion
As they continue to pursue a Ballpark Village expansion, the St. Louis Cardinals are making their case for incentives from the city. (more…)
Upgrades on Tap at Oriole Park at Camden Yards
Oriole Park at Camden Yards will receive a series of upgrades before the 2017 season, according to recently uncovered documents. (more…)
Gwinnett County Mulls New Coolray Field Bonds
As a cost savings measure, Gwinnett County is considering whether to issue new bonds on Coolray Field, home of the Gwinnett Braves (Class AAA; International League). (more…)
Kansas City’s Hidden Stadium Tunnel
For decades, Kauffman Stadium and Arrowhead Stadium have occupied the Truman Sports Complex, separated by a sea of parking. Below ground, however, the stadiums are connected by a hidden tunnel that helps the operations of the Kansas City Royals and Kansas City Chiefs. (more…)
Rangers: New Ballpark Could Open in 2020
Now that Arlington voters have approved a new retractable-roof ballpark, the Texas Rangers are saying that the facility will open in 2020. (more…)
Braves Expect Revenue Increase Next Year
The Atlanta Braves‘ upcoming move to SunTrust Park should yield a revenue increase, according to the latest financial report from owner Liberty Media. (more…)
Voters Overwhelmingly Approve New Rangers Ballpark Funding
In the end, the vote wasn’t close, as Arlington voters overwhelmingly approved the use of hotel and car taxes to help finance a new retractable-roof Texas Rangers ballpark. (more…)
Rays Connected to Montreal Move
Through a series of tweets published by a journalist on Sunday, the Tampa Bay Rays were tied to a move to Montreal’s Griffintown neighborhood. (more…)