Scope of Downtown Hagerstown Ballpark Project Up in the Air
The scope of a proposed downtown Hagerstown ballpark is up for discussion, as the City Council will discuss tomorrow exactly what they’re looking for in downtown development–or even if a new ballpark will be part of the plan. (more…)
Progress Being Made in Colonial Heights CPL Discussions
Plans to field a summer-collegiate Coastal Plan League team in Colonial Heights, VA starting next season are not final, but all indications are that progress is being made. (more…)
White Sox Experiencing Attendance Surge
The 2019 season has yielded positive results at the gate for the Chicago White Sox, whose attendance numbers thus far mark a significant increase from the same point in 2018. (more…)
Baltimore Orioles Planning to Extend Protective Netting
The Baltimore Orioles are planning to extend protective netting at Oriole Park at Camden Yards and Ed Smith Stadium, with netting expected to run to the foul poles at both ballparks. (more…)
Funko Fridays at Hit for AquaSox
A partnership with toy manufacturer Funko is having implications beyond naming rights for the Everett AquaSox‘s (Short Season A; Northwest League) Funko Field, as it is also facilitating a successful weekly promotion. (more…)
Down to Final Four in 2019 Summer Collegiate Best of the Ballparks Vote
It’s a Northwoods League-dominated Final Four, with three Northwoods ballparks among the Final Four in the 2019 summer collegiate Best of the Ballparks vote. So you know what to do: vote! (more…)
Best of the Ballparks 2019, Rookie Level: Motor Mile Field at Calfee Park
Your winner in the Best of the Ballparks 2019 fan vote for Rookie-level facilities: Motor Mile Field at Calfee Park, home of the Pulaski Yankees, over Northeast Community Credit Union Ballpark, home of the Elizabethton Twins. (more…)
Anaheim, Long Beach Not Close to Angels Ballpark Deal
Discussions concerning a potential Los Angeles Angels ballpark in Anaheim or Long Beach are not close to a resolution, as neither city is closing in on a deal with the team. (more…)
Our All-Star Baseball Book Sale Ends Sunday!
Enhance your diamond knowledge by buying one of the titles on sale during our All-Star Baseball Book Sale, with 50 percent off every baseball title. The sale, which includes The Baseball Thesaurus, Cradle of the Game and Never a Bad Game, ends Sunday. (more…)
Florence Freedom Sale Making Progress
A sale of the Florence Freedom (independent; Frontier League) is in the works, with a local group of investors closing in on a purchase of the team from Kim Brown. (more…)
Polar Park Breaks Ground
Worcester, MA celebrated a milestone Thursday by breaking ground on Polar Park, the upcoming home of the relocating Pawtucket Red Sox (Class AAA; International League). (more…)
A’s Offer Another Variation on Ballpark Pass
The Oakland A’s have introduced another variation on a season ticket, combining assigned seating for some games and general ballpark admission for the rest. (more…)
Express See Positive Reaction to Astros Affiliation
During their first season back as a Houston Astros affiliate, the Round Rock Express (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) are experiencing positive trends, including increases in attendance and merchandise sales. (more…)