Election Day is here, meaning that Arlington voters will finally decide the fate of a proposed retractable-roof ballpark for the Texas Rangers. (more…)
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Hillsborough County Mulls Funding of Rays Ballpark
Hillsborough County has previously discussed using lodging tax funds to build a new Tampa Bay Rays ballpark, but the funding model requires more consideration. (more…)
World Series TV Ratings: Game 7 Through the Roof
Good news on the popularity front for Major League Baseball: Game 7 of the 2016 World Series was the most-watched baseball game since 1991, as 40 million people tuned in to see the Chicago Cubs break a curse and capture their first championship since 1908. (more…)
A’s Facing Potential Ballpark, Revenue Issues
As Major League Baseball closely scrutinizes the team’s use of revenue sharing, the Oakland A’s are also engaged in a complicated ballpark search. (more…)
Arlington Mayor Criticized for Comments on Ballpark Opponents
Comments by Arlington mayor Jeff Williams about opponents of a proposed Texas Rangers ballpark have drawn considerable scrutiny. (more…)
Guaranteed Rate Field Logo, Signage Unveiled
According to Guaranteed Rate‘s website, one of its core promises is “low, low rates…”, making a downward facing arrow a fitting logo. That arrow, however, has now found itself on the home of the Chicago White Sox, adding to an already-controversial naming rights deal. (more…)
Game Five Ratings Top Sunday Night Football
Ratings from game five of the World Series delivered some good news for Major League Baseball, as the contest topped Sunday Night Football. (more…)
Visitors Clubhouse at Wrigley Field to be Upgraded
The Chicago Cubs are planning to upgrade the visitors clubhouse at Wrigley Field, addressing one of the ballpark’s most glaring issues. (more…)
Hillsborough County Pushing to Lure Rays
Hillsborough County is working aggressively to lure the Tampa Bay Rays, as evidenced by its work with law firm that is assisting in the ballpark search. (more…)
Chase Field Could be Replaced
As it continues negotiations to buy the facility, an investor group says it might replace Chase Field and build a privately-funded ballpark for the Arizona Diamondbacks. (more…)
Oldsmar Proposes Rays Ballpark
Oldsmar mayor Doug Bevis is stepping up his city’s effort to lure the Tampa Bay Rays, as he unveiled a ballpark plan on Thursday. (more…)
Good Start for World Series Ratings
There is still more baseball to be played, but early signs point to a nice boost for World Series television ratings. (more…)
Yankee Stadium Improvements on Tap
Yankee Stadium will receive upgrades before next season, as the New York Yankees attempt to spruce up the ballpark’s group, concession, and entertainment options. (more…)