Giving back to the community has always been a high priority for major and minor league baseball teams. One way they are doing that is by leaving seats empty or dedicating them to specific community programs and members of the community. (more…)
Archive | Major-League Baseball
Oakland A’s Considering Ballpark Sites
In their search for a new ballpark, the Oakland A’s are zeroing in on sites in Oakland, with three contenders reportedly in the mix. (more…)
SunTrust Park Opener Set Braves Revenue Record
Last month’s debut of SunTrust Park resulted in a new revenue record for the Atlanta Braves, according to Liberty Media. (more…)
Braves Spring Training Spending Approved by Sarasota County
The Sarasota County Commission approved borrowing $22 million toward the $75.4-million price tag for a new Atlanta Braves spring training camp in North Port, backed by existing tourist tax proceeds. (more…)
State Could Affect Funding for Rays Ballpark
Reluctance among state lawmakers to publicly fund stadium projects could have an effect on the Tampa Bay Rays, who are in the midst of their search for a new ballpark. (more…)
MiLB Player Pay Lawsuit on Hold — For Now
A lawsuit filed by former Minor League Baseball players seeking back wages has been put on hold again, as Major League Baseball’s legal team prepares for arguments before the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals. (more…)
Marlins Sale Down to the Wire: Three Groups In Play
A group led by former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush and Yankees great Derek Jeter has raised $1.3 billion to buy the Miami Marlins, but a final deal remains elusive, with a Tagg Romney/Tom Glavine group and a third mystery group working to snare the team with higher bids. (more…)
Giants Delay Anchor Brewing Project At Mission Rock
The San Francisco Giants‘ ambitious plans for the 27-acre Mission Rock development next to AT&T Park have changed, and a proposed Anchor Brewing outpost at Pier 48 has been delayed — for now. (more…)
Comerica Park to Host First Soccer Match
Comerica Park is set to host its first professional soccer match this summer, as a contest between AS Roma and current French Ligue 1 champions Paris Saint-Germain F.C is scheduled for July 19. The match is a part of the 2017 International Champions Cup. (more…)
Las Vegas to Host 2018 Winter Meetings
Details are coming out about the 2018 Winter Meetings, which are set to take place in Las Vegas. (more…)
Amazon Alexa Added to Safeco Field Suites
Amazon Alexa has arrived at Safeco Field, where it will be available to private suite guests during Seattle Mariners games. (more…)
The Battery Atlanta’s Offerings Pleasing Residents
Residents are offering favorable opinions of The Battery Atlanta, the development outside of the Atlanta Braves‘ SunTrust Park. (more…)
Scrappers to Become Packards on August 12
For one night, the Mahoning Valley Scrappers (Short Season A; NY-Penn League) will become the Mahoning Valley Packards. The name change will take place as part of a promotion that is scheduled for August 12. (more…)