Citing research predicting a much lower rate of Maricopa County COVID-19 infections by mid-March, Cactus League city and tribal officials have asked for a month delay to the start of 2021 spring training. (more…)
Tag Archives | 2021 spring training
MLB issues fan-safety guidelines for 2021
Another sign that MLB is serious about moving ahead with spring training and the regular season: Commissioner Rob Manfred issued health and safety guidelines for fans attending spring-training and regular-season games. (more…)
Delays expected in 2021 MiLB season
We’re a little surprised this is considered news, as we’ve been reporting on the likelihood for weeks, but here goes: the MiLB season will likely be delayed due to a variety of factors, with spring training to be held in shifts and a final PDL not expected until February. (more…)
MLB: We expect an on-time spring training, regular season
While so much of the 2021 baseball season is still up in the air, we have yet another affirmation from Major League Baseball that the 2021 spring-training campaign and the regular season will launch on time. (more…)
In with the new: What we expect in 2021
Welcome to the New Year! Let’s hope it doesn’t suck as 2020 did. Here’s what we are expecting as the baseball world prepares for what everyone hopes will be a rebound season. (more…)
Free eBook downloads when you buy a spring-training guide
We’re still in the holiday season, and we’re still in a giving mood. Plan for the next big event in the baseball calendar–spring training–with a free eBook download when you buy a print copy of our spring-training guides! (more…)
Expanded spring training could delay 2021 MiLB season opener
A potential overhaul of spring training — forced in 2021 by COVID-19, but one that may end up being used in the future — has MLB and Triple-A players arriving in February, and remaining minor leaguers reporting in April, resulting in a later start to the 2021 MiLB season. (more…)
Now available: The Complete Guide to Spring Training 2021 / Florida
We have a book release to celebrate today: The Complete Guide to Spring Training 2021 / Florida is available for print preorders and instant eBook downloads. Plus, we’re running a special on instant downloads if you preorder this title today! (more…)
Now available: The Complete Guide to Spring Training 2021 / Arizona
It’s time to begin your planning for Spring Training 2021, and we’re here to help. The Complete Guide to Spring Training 2021 / Arizona is at the printer, but you can get an eBook immediately! Scroll down for the details. (more…)
Ballpark Digest Broadcaster Chat for August 25, 2020
Jesse Goldberg-Strassler, Mick Gillispie and Kevin Reichard discuss MiLB, Arizona Fall League and spring training developments, how summer-collegiate ball could change in 2021, and how piano movers and plumbers clog the bases, on this week’s Ballpark Digest Broadcaster Chat. (more…)