The Pittsburgh Pirates are voicing their displeasure with the Sports and Exhibition Authority over proposed improvements to PNC Park, threatening legal action against the ballpark’s owner. (more…)
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Best of 2016: #2, Texas Rangers Land New Ballpark
We end 2016 with a countdown of the 10 biggest stories of the year on Ballpark Digest, as chosen by editors and partially based on page views. Today, #2: The Texas Rangers secure a plan for a new ballpark. (more…)
Cincinnati Reds Promote Dick Williams
The Cincinnati Reds recently announced a slate of personnel decisions, including the promotion of Dick Williams to president of baseball operations. (more…)
London Could Host the Red Sox and Yankees
London could host a marquee matchup in the coming years, as the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees are interested in shifting one of their series. (more…)
Baseball in the Republic: Santiago and San Francisco de Macoris
Editor’s Note: Mark Cryan, former MiLB general manager and Ballpark Digest contributing editor, is releasing a series on his travels to the ballparks of the Dominican Winter League. What follows is part three of his three-part installment. (more…)
Best of 2016: #7, Oakland A’s Ballpark Quest
We end 2016 with a countdown of the 10 biggest stories of the year on Ballpark Digest, as chosen by editors and partially based on page views. Today, #7: The Oakland A’s quest for a new ballpark amid financial pressure from Major League Baseball. (more…)
Best of 2016: #8, Rays Continue Ballpark Search
We end 2016 with a countdown of the 10 biggest stories of the year on Ballpark Digest, as chosen by editors and partially based on page views. Today, #8: The Tampa Bay Rays continuing ballpark search. (more…)
Council Approves Electronic Signs at Nationals Park
The D.C. City Council has granted a request from the Washington Nationals, giving the team permission to place electronic billboards outside of Nationals Park. (more…)
Best of 2016: #9, Spring Training Overhauls
We end 2016 with a countdown of the 10 biggest stories of the year on Ballpark Digest, as chosen by editors and partially based on page views. Today, #9: Spring training facility overhauls. (more…)
Birds Flock to Ballpark of the Palm Beaches
While it will be a few months before fans head to the Ballpark of the Palm Beaches, birds are already staking their claim at the new spring training facility. (more…)
Clearwater Ballpark Could Become Spectrum Field
Bright House Field could be given a new name, as the Philadelphia Phillies‘ spring training home is expected to be rebranded as Spectrum Field. (more…)
Ballpark Village Phase II Approved
Late last week, the St. Louis Board of Aldermen gave final approval to the second phase of Ballpark Village, allowing the project to move forward. (more…)
Marlins Reportedly Floated for $1.7 Billion
Owner Jeffrey Loria is reportedly putting the Miami Marlins on the block, with word spreading that he is seeking a $1.7 billion return. (more…)