A major investment in a new Olympic Stadium roof before the 2026 World Cup should not affect Montreal’s pursuit of a Major League Baseball team, according to a city official. (more…)
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Doubledays, Nationals Extend Affiliation
The Auburn Doubledays (Short Season A; NY-Penn League) and Washington Nationals are continuing their affiliation, as the clubs have announced an extension of their player development contract (PDC). The two-year extension runs through the 2020 season. (more…)
Jury Clears Red Sox, Henry in Foul Ball Injury Trial
A lawsuit seeking $9.5 million from the Boston Red Sox and owner John Henry ended with a jury rejecting the case brought by a Fenway Park game attendee who claimed injuries from a foul ball. (more…)
Nationals Park Preps For an ASG Spotlight
Nationals Park will host one of the most high-profile events in its history when it welcomes the 2018 MLB All-Star Game next month. The home of the Washington Nationals has seen some changes inside and outside since its 2008 opening, and its fan features will make it a fitting venue for the Midsummer Classic. (more…)
Rockies Continue Pushing Coors Field Development
The Colorado Rockies are continuing to push a proposed development near Coors Field, with a broad slate of amenities planned for the project. (more…)
Washington Nationals, RTS Announce Partnership
The Washington Nationals and Recycle Track Systems, Inc. (RTS) have announced a multi-year partnership, resulting in initiatives aimed at reducing waste at Nationals Park. (more…)
Report: Wrigley Field Expected to Land Bowl Game
A 2020 college football bowl game could be on tap for Wrigley Field, potentially adding another high-profile event to the ballpark’s calendar. (more…)
Phillies, Clearwater Pitch Spectrum Field Upgrades
The Philadelphia Phillies and the city of Clearwater are pitching $79.9 million in upgrades to Spectrum Field and the adjoining Carpenter Complex in order to spruce up the team’s spring-training facilities while tying the team to the Grapefruit League through 2043. (more…)
Supreme Court Yet Again Declines to Strike Down MLB Antitrust Exemption
The U.S. Supreme Court again declined to hear challenges to MLB’s antitrust exemption, as two appeals regarding alleged collusion regarding the hiring of scouts and an argument that the Chicago Cubs suppressed competition with a Wrigley Field expansion were denied. (more…)
Rays, St. Pete Still Planning for Post-Tropicana Field World
The next seven months will be important for the Tampa Bay Rays and the city of St. Petersburg, as the team continues to plan a new Ybor City ballpark and the city looks at a future without Tropicana Field. (more…)
College Football Game at Wrigley Field Set for 2020
A college football game is officially in Wrigley Field‘s future, as Northwestern will host the University of Wisconsin at the ballpark in 2020. (more…)
Target Field Leads List of Vegan-Friendly Ballparks
PETA’s annual list of vegan-friendly ballparks has a new number one: Target Field, home of the Minnesota Twins, where vegan brats and Italian sausages, Impossible burgers, vegan Daiya cheese pizza and tofu vindaloo carry the day. (more…)
Celebrate Father’s Day With Baseball, Football Lingo
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