Bronfman: Rays Proposal is Key First Step to MLB Return to Montreal
Stephen Bronfman, who has spearheaded a possible return of Major League Baseball to Montreal via The Montreal Group, says a proposal for a split-season arrangement with the Tampa Bay Rays is an important first step in what’s sure to be a long process. (more…)
College Baseball: The Next Tech Frontier
We know that high tech has invaded pro baseball, but this year’s College World Series final game showcases two university programs that can credit trackers, sensors and more as key parts of their success. (more…)
2019 Independent-Baseball Best of the Ballparks Vote Down to Final Four
We’re down to a Final Four in the 2019 independent-baseball Best of the Ballparks vote, with four American Association facilities battling for the crown. So you know what to do: vote! (more…)
Kurt Hunzeker Departs MiLB for XFL
Kurt Hunzeker is departing Minor League Baseball and shifting his focus to football, as he has been named president of the upcoming St. Louis XFL team. (more…)
MLB Adds Western Data Center
With data becoming an increasingly important part of the ballpark and baseball experiences, Major League Baseball is beefing up its delivery system with the addition of a new Denver-Englewood data center. (more…)
MiLB, American Cancer Society Launch “Hope at Bat” Fundraising
Minor League Baseball (MiLB) and the American Cancer Society (ACS) are launching a new fundraising and awareness initiative, Hope at Bat, beginning Thursday, June 27, and continuing through the remainder of the 2019 season in MiLB ballparks across the country. (more…)
New St. Petersburg Ballpark Could Factor into Rays Tampa Bay/Montreal Plan
The Al Lang Stadium site could be in play for a new ballpark as the Tampa Bay Rays explore a split Tampa Bay/Montreal arrangement, though it is far from certain at this stage. (more…)
MLB London Series Approaching
This weekend, the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees will meet for a two-game series in London that has required diligent work to prepare London Stadium for baseball. (more…)
Ronald McDonald House Charities is Title Partner of Triple-A All-Star Game
Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) was announced by host El Paso Chihuahuas as the title partner of the 2019 Triple-A All-Star Game & Jarritos Triple-A Home Run Derby, which will take place July 8-10 at Southwest University Park. (more…)
It’s El Paso vs. Las Vegas in 2019 MiLB Best of the Ballparks Triple-A Vote
It’s Las Vegas Ballpark (Las Vegas Aviators) vs. Southwest University Park (El Paso Chihuahuas) in the finals of the 2019 MiLB Triple-A Best of the Ballparks fan vote. So you know what to do: vote! (more…)
Dodger Stadium Protective Netting to be Extended
After a foul ball caused a fan to be injured on Sunday, the Los Angeles Dodgers have announced plans to extend the protective netting at Dodger Stadium. (more…)
Fredericksburg Ballpark Site Work to Start Next Month
The relocating Potomac Nationals (High A; Carolina League) have announced that site work on their upcoming Fredericksburg, VA ballpark, billed for a 2020 opening, will begin next month. (more…)
New Mexico City Ballpark Opens
Has there ever been a better year for new and improved ballparks? You can add another good-looking facility to the 2019 list: Estadio Diablos, home of the Mexico League’s Mexico Red Devils (Diablos Rojos). (more…)