Another contender looms for new Tampa Bay Rays ballpark: Orlando
With owners negotiating a new Tampa Bay Rays ballpark deal with Hillsborough College, local elected officials warn that the team could still bolt for friendlier fields—and Orlando is the biggest threat. (more…)
New Washington Commanders stadium design echoes RFK Stadium
A proposed new Washington Commanders stadium will feature homages to the site’s previous resident, RFK Stadium, while featuring enough classical colonnades for those wanting to mandate a traditional design for the NFL facility. (more…)
Debate over Angel Stadium future returns in 2026
The future of Angel Stadium will be in play this year, as the Los Angeles Angels and the city of Anaheim will take another run at determining the fate of the 1966 ballpark as well as its huge footprint. (more…)
Royals to move in Kauffman Stadium fences; sky unlikely to fall
Judging by the huge number of articles discussing the Kansas City Royals moving in the Kauffman Stadium fences, the team was changing the rules of the game. But teams move in fences all the time–usually with less than dramatic consequences. (more…)
MOU marks important step toward new Tampa Bay Rays ballpark
With an agreement with the Board of Trustees to explore a new ballpark at the Hillsborough College campus, we have an important first step on the road to a new Tampa Bay Rays ballpark. (more…)
San Antonio, owners refine plan for new Missions ballpark
San Antonio officials continue to refine a plan for a new Missions ballpark set to open in April 2028, as the Double-A Texas League team owners eye serious development to go along with the 7,500-seat facility. (more…)
Free eBook downloads are back for spring training books!
With players reporting to training camps in a month, folks are getting serious about their spring training travels. Let us help with a free download of The Complete Guide to Spring Training with the purchase of a paperback. (more…)
Miami’s loanDepot Park, Panthers prep for 2026 NHL Winter Classic
As northerners, we’re not too excited about the 2026 NHL Winter Classic being played at Miami’s loanDepot Park–but we are sure eager to see how the NHL and Florida Panthers pull off an ice rink and snow in an indoor ballpark. (more…)
Wahconah Park demolition set for 2026
The historic Wahconah Park grandstand will come down early next year, as Pittsfield (Mass.) enters into exclusive negotiations with Pittsfield Suns owner Goldklang Group on its replacement. (more…)
With Chiefs departing for Kansas, time to decide on a new Kansas City Royals ballpark
With the Kansas City Chiefs poised to leave Arrowhead Stadium and the Truman Sports Complex for a new Kansas stadium, it’s now time for team owners and city officials to decide on a new Kansas City Royals ballpark. (more…)
College bowls and baseball: From the 1960s to now
Baseball and football share a common venue heritage, with pro ballparks hosting bowl games since the 1960s. This year sees five college bowls in past and present MLB and MiLB venues. (more…)
Citi Field casino plan approved by NY Gaming Commission
We’ll see some transformative development in Queens, as a Citi Field casino plan was one of three projects approved by the New York Gaming Commission and giving New York Mets owner Steve Cohen success on his long-planned expansion. (more…)
Seven Minor League Baseball teams change hands
Seven Minor League Baseball teams were sold in the last week, as private equity and new technologies are heavily involved in the evolution of the sport. (more…)