Revisiting 1969 Expansion: Municipal Stadium
The year 1969 was a big one in Major League Baseball, as four expansion teams were added to the mix. This month we’re looking back at the four expansion ballparks. Last week it was the original San Diego Stadium. This week we look at the only one of the four to have previously hosted Major […]
Rumble Ponies Announce NYSEG Stadium Upgrades, Extend Lease
The Binghamton Rumble Ponies (Class AA; Eastern League) have announced $5.1 million worth of NYSEG Stadium upgrades for 2019, and exercised an option to extend their lease through 2026. In addition, the team has extended its player development contract with the New York Mets through 2022. (more…)
Camden Yards Public Wi-Fi Being Explored
Public Wi-Fi could be available at future Baltimore Orioles games, as the owner of Oriole Park at Camden Yards approved a letter of intent to begin negotiations over Wi-Fi. (more…)
Safeco Field Signage Comes Down
Safeco Field signage was removed from the ballpark’s roof on Friday, as the original naming-rights deal for the home of the Seattle Mariners has expired. (more…)
Bowling Green Ballpark Upgrades on Tap
Under new ownership, the Bowling Green Hot Rods (Low A; Midwest League) are planning to make several improvements to Bowling Green Ballpark. (more…)
A’s: We’re on Track to Announce New Ballpark Plan by Year’s End
As they continue their push for a new ballpark, the Oakland A’s say they are on track to announce a plan by the end of this year. (more…)
DAIQ Tabbed for Worcester Ballpark Design
D’Agostino Izzo Quirk Architects was chosen by Worcester, MA officials on Friday to design a new ballpark for the relocating Pawtucket Red Sox (Class AAA; International League). (more…)
Windy City ThunderBolts Unveil 20th Anniversary Logo
The Windy City ThunderBolts (independent; Frontier League) have unveiled their 20th anniversary logo, launching a season-long celebration for 2019. The logo commemorates the 20 years that the franchise has spent in the Frontier League and in Crestwood, Illinois. (more…)
New Colorado Springs Team Branding to be Unveiled November 19
Branding for the upcoming Colorado Springs club in the Rookie-level Pioneer League is set to be unveiled, as an announcement is scheduled for November 19. The press conference will take place at 11:30 a.m. MST at the Banquet Hall at Security Service Field. (more…)
Marlins Park Upgrades on Tap
Derek Jeter and the Miami Marlins ownership regime appear set to make their mark at Marlins Park in 2019, as a number of ballpark upgrades are in the works. Some, such as the addition of a new social space and a renovated club, will result in physical changes, while others will see the Marlins undertake […]
Portland Diamond Project Withdraws Ballpark Site Offer
Portland Diamond Project, a group working to bring Major League Baseball to Portland, has withdrawn an $80 million offer to purchase the Portland Public Schools headquarters site for a new ballpark. (more…)
Worcester Explores Construction Manager at Risk Method for Ballpark
Worcester, MA could use the construction manager at risk method for its new ballpark, which it is planning to open in 2021 for the relocating Pawtucket Red Sox (Class AAA; International League). (more…)
Steve Turco Wins Mike Coolbaugh Award
Steve Turco, a former roving instructor for the St. Louis Cardinals, has won Minor League Baseball‘s 11th annual Mike Coolbaugh Award. Turco will receive the award at the Baseball Winter Meetings Banquet on Sunday, Dec. 9, at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas. (more…)