We end 2019 with a countdown of the 10 biggest stories of the year on Ballpark Digest, as chosen by editors and partially based on page views. Today, #10: the Chicago Cubs unveil the latest upgrades to Wrigley Field in 2019. (more…)
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Wrigley Field 1060 Project Ends on a High Note
With the dawn of the 2019 home season today, the Chicago Cubs are unveiling several upgrades to Wrigley Field and other new fan areas as the 1060 Project wraps up, including three new clubs and a host of new social spaces. (more…)
Three More Luxe Spots on Tap for Wrigley Field
Three more upscale clubs are on tap for Wrigley Field for the 2018 season, as the Chicago Cubs release details of the new venues and suite enhancements, as well as updating information on the previously announced American Airlines 1914 Club. (more…)
Populous Joins Wrigley Field Renovation Project
Populous will assume a major role in the ongoing Wrigley Field renovations, as the Chicago Cubs have selected the firm to oversee the design of several projects. (more…)
Wrigley Field Renovations Continue
We are in Year Three of the five-year Project 1060 makeover of Wrigley Field, the $750-million overhaul of the Friendly Confines. What can fans expect for the 2017 season? New seating options and new bullpen locations. (more…)
Famous Wrigley Field Marquee Is Back Up
The famous Wrigley Field marquee is back up, but already tongues are wagging because the old 1983 LED crawl underneath has been replaced by a modern, spiffy and (gasp!) color videoboard. (more…)
Wrigley Field Upgrades on Schedule for Opening Day
Chicago Cubs officials say Wrigley Field will be ready for Opening Day on April 11, although more work in scheduled for the Friendly Confines and the surrounding area throughout this year. (more…)
Wrigleyville: Beneficiaries of ballpark upgrades?
Wrigleyville residents are seeing one additional benefit to the $575-million makeover of Wrigley Field: what was once a seedy neighborhood is seeing potential upgrades as the Chicago Cubs home becomes a year-round attraction. (more…)
Dust settles at Wrigley Field — for now
With the re-opening of Sheffield and Waveland avenues this week, the first round of Wrigley Field renovations is in the books, though work on the other Friendly Confines changes will continue for months. (more…)
Some Wrigley Field bleachers now open
Left- and center-field bleachers at Wrigley Field opened for business last night, as the Chicago Cubs unveiled a very visible part of the remaking of the Friendly Confines — a job that will take several years. (more…)
Epic fail last night: Wrigley Field restrooms
One huge reason for the Wrigley Field renovations was the need to upgrade the ballpark’s horrendous restroom conditions — a need that was highlighted after two restrooms failed in last night’s season opener. (more…)
Wrigley Field renovations: Four more years!
Renovations to Wrigley Field could take an extra year to finish, as Chicago Cubs ownership is now looking to keep the Friendly Confines a construction zone before the 2019 season. (more…)
Cubs expect Wrigley Field renovations to last through June
The videoboards will be working and the concourses will be open, but otherwise renovations to Wrigley Field will last into June, as the bleachers overhaul has been impacted by bad winter weather. (more…)