The Toronto Blue Jays will continue their tradition of annual spring-training games at Montreal’s Olympic Stadium next March, when they host the New York Yankees in a two-game series. (more…)
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Planning for New Olympic Stadium Roof Continues
Discussions continue about the possibility of a new roof at Montreal’s Olympic Stadium, as Olympic Installation Board officials move forward in planning the upgrade. (more…)
New Olympic Stadium Roof Being Pursued
With the former home of the Montreal Expos expected to host 2026 World Cup matches, officials are pushing to replace Olympic Stadium‘s roof ahead of the event. (more…)
Vision for New Montreal MLB Ballpark: Anchor for Mixed-Use Development
Backers of a potential new Montreal MLB ballpark have a bigger plan than just bringing pro baseball back to the city: they want to create a mixed-use development like the Atlanta Braves created at SunTrust Park with The Battery. (more…)
Montreal Group Methodically Building Case for MLB’s Return
The Toronto Blue Jays’ latest exhibitions at Olympic Stadium are in the books, but discussions of MLB’s possible return to Montreal are unlikely to die down anytime soon. (more…)
Montreal To Fete Les Expos During MLB Exhibitions
With the Toronto Blue Jays in town next week for an annual preseason series, folks in Montreal — including the group seeking the return of MLB to the city — are planning a celebration of the original Montreal Expos, who entered the National League in 1969. (more…)
Political Reaction to Montreal MLB Ballpark Site: Mixed
Although some officials are expressing preliminary support for a new Montreal MLB ballpark at Peel Basin, the plan is drawing concerns in some corners. (more…)
Site Emerging for New Montreal MLB Ballpark
A site at Peel Basin, located just off the downtown area, is being considered as the location of a new Montreal MLB ballpark, as the city and potential owners quietly advance in their planning. (more…)
Report: Support High for MLB’s Return to Montreal
A group behind an effort to bring Major League Baseball back to Montreal has released a new report, showing high levels of support from business people and residents. (more…)
Quebec’s Main Parties Open to Partnering on New Montreal Ballpark
When it comes to funding a new Montreal ballpark, officials from Quebec‘s three main political parties are showing a willingness to be a financial partner. (more…)
Montreal Official: Olympic Stadium Roof Won’t Affect MLB Pursuit
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…)
Montreal, Las Vegas Among Off-Site Spring Training Hosts
With a few weeks of spring training remaining, fans still have time to catch games in Florida and Arizona. Beyond those states, however, the coming weeks offer plenty of intriguing spring training games, including the continuation of two notable traditions and matchups at minor league ballparks. (more…)
New Olympic Stadium Roof on Tap
Olympic Stadium is in line for a major upgrade, as officials are proceeding with plans to install a new roof on former home of the Montreal Expos. (more…)