MLB Best of the Ballparks 2018 Vote Enters Second Round
A great start to the MLB Best of the Ballparks 2018 vote, as fans narrowed the field from 30 ballparks to 16 ballparks, with a few upsets in the mix. So you know what to do: vote! (more…)
In Memoriam: Miss Babe Ruth
Miss Babe Ruth, bat dog for the Greensboro Grasshoppers (Low A; Sally League) for almost 10 seasons, passed away last night after a four-month battle with cancer. She was 12. (more…)
AirHogs Pair Up With Team China to Field Indy Squad
We have an interesting move from the Texas AirHogs (independent; American Association), as 30 members of the Chinese National Baseball Team will rotate in and out of the AirHogs roster. (more…)
Grizzlies to Begin Construction on Chukchansi Park Social Space
In the final week of May, the Fresno Grizzlies (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) will begin construction on a new hospitality space in the left field area at Chukchansi Park. This is one of the ballpark upgrades previously announced by Fresno Sports and Events, the group that was introduced in February as the team’s new owner. (more…)
Hall of Fame to Reopen Grandstand Theater
The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum is set to reopen its Grandstand Theater, which has been undergoing a renovation. (more…)
Buffalo Bisons Unveil Buffalo Wings Identity
For select games during the 2018 season, the Buffalo Bisons (Class AAA; International League) will become the Buffalo Wings. The name change will occur during matchups against Rochester Red Wings, who will be playing as the Rochester Plates. (more…)
Baseball Along the Water: MLB’s Best Waterfront Ballparks
The backdrops at Major League Baseball ballparks often stand out as distinguished characteristics, and that is certainly true of waterfront ballparks. Many of today’s facilities manage to incorporate waterfront views into their design, making their backdrops one of the focal points of the game day experience. (more…)
New for 2018: Saints Mascot Porknite
The arrival of the 2018 season means a new ball pig from the St. Paul Saints (independent; American Association), who have unveiled Porknite. (more…)
Clarksville to Discuss Revised Sports Complex Plan
On Thursday, Clarksville, TN officials will discuss a revised plan for a sports complex that includes a venue for a summer-collegiate Prospect League team. (more…)
AT&T Park Bullpens Unlikely to Move
Citing a lack of alternative locations, the San Francisco Giants are not planning to relocate the bullpens from foul territory at AT&T Park. (more…)
New Tax Law Affecting Business Ballpark Spending
One side effect of the tax law passed earlier this year by Congress: small businesses are scaling back their commitments to spending on sporting events because tax deductibility for season tickets and group events has been reduced or eliminated. (more…)
Another Run at New Pawtucket Red Sox Ballpark Funding Plan
Rhode Island’s exposure in backing bonds for new Pawtucket Red Sox ballpark funding may be reduced or eliminated, as talks continue on the financial framework for a Class AAA International League facility. (more…)
Three Can’t-Miss Tips For Selecting a Stadium POS System
When choosing a stadium point-of-sale system, planning is essential. Here are three can’t-miss tips for selecting a stadium POS system. (more…)