The Toronto Blue Jays made a rare decision on Monday, postponing a game at the Rogers Centre after the venue’s roof was damaged by falling ice. (more…)
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Athletics to Mark 50 Years in Oakland With Free Game
It’s been 50 years since the Oakland Athletics moved to the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum, and the A’s are celebrating the occasion with a free game tomorrow and other festivities. (more…)
Timber Rattlers Shift Home Series to Peoria’s Dozer Park
With heavy snowfall making their home ballpark unusable, the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers (Low A; Midwest League) will host an upcoming home series at Peoria’s Dozer Park. (more…)
Report: Portland MLB Pitch Gathering Momentum
A report indicates that a push to bring Major League Baseball to Portland is gaining traction, with a potential ownership group in contact with city officials. (more…)
Pro Baseball Commemorates Jackie Robinson Day
Professional baseball is celebrating Jackie Robinson’s legacy across the major and minor leagues, with plenty of events in ballparks across the country. (more…)
2018 Ballpark Preview: Chicago Cubs, Wrigley Field
Major League Baseball’s second-oldest ballpark is rapidly becoming MLB’s most updated ballpark, as the Chicago Cubs began their 2018 campaign by unveiling plenty of changes to the Friendly Confines. (more…)
Alameda County, Oakland to Negotiate Coliseum Site Ownership
In a move that could have implications in the Oakland A’s ballpark search, Alameda County will negotiate with the City of Oakland over its share of the Oakland Coliseum site. (more…)
SunTrust Park, Wrigley Field to Continue All-Star Game Pursuits
Dodger Stadium has been confirmed as the site of the 2020 All-Star Game, but SunTrust Park and Wrigley Field could be options for future contests. (more…)
Report: Dodger Stadium to Host 2020 MLB All-Star Game
The Los Angeles Times is reporting that the Los Angeles Dodgers and Dodger Stadium will host the 2020 MLB All-Star Game, quoting sources with knowledge of the situation. (more…)
New Marlins Legal Strategy: We’re Really a British Virgin Islands Team
The Miami Marlins are in the midst of a legal battle with Miami and Miami-Dade County over profits after the 2017 team sale, and they unveiled a novel strategy: because the team’s ownership is based in the British Virgin Islands, a federal arbitrator and not a U.S. judge should hear the arguments. (more…)
Baltimore Orioles Draw 7,915 to Monday Loss
On Monday, the Baltimore Orioles drew 7,915 fans to a home contest, a new low for games where fans were allowed into Oriole Park at Camden Yards. (more…)
Montreal Mayor: “We’re In” on Return of MLB
After meeting with investors Stephen Bronfman and Mitch Garber on their plans to bring Major League Baseball back to Montreal, Mayor Valérie Plante says she’s in on any plan that will provide good economic and social development to her city. (more…)
Celebrate National Beer Day at the Ballpark
There is no sport more closely associated with beer than America’s Pastime. And with today being National Beer Day, it’s an opportune time to look at how that relationship evolved. (more…)