With the opening of Erlanger Park, the Chattanooga Lookouts (Double-A; Southern League) have significantly advanced the art of ballpark design, bringing new life to a historic industrial site while providing a unique experience for both fans and players. (more…)
Rochester Honkers (summer collegiate; Northwoods League) ownership announced this will be the team’s last season at Mayo Field, but plans for a new ballpark remain up in the air. (more…)
We have a notable naming-rights deal to pass along, as McCormick Field, home of the Asheville Tourists (High-A; Sally League), is no more after a new deal yields a new moniker, HomeTrust Park. (more…)
With measurable progress on a new ballpark and renewed energy from new ownership, the Tampa Bay Rays will return today to Tropicana Field, 18 months after Hurricane Milton ripped off the facility’s roof. (more…)
Meeting under the clock is a proud tradition of American life, whether it be at Grand Central Terminal, the Waldorf-Astoria or Marshall Field’s. Now, thanks to Joey Votto, Cincinnati Reds fans can meet under the clock at Great American Ball Park. (more…)
Judging by the huge number of articles discussing the Kansas City Royals moving in the Kauffman Stadium fences, the team was changing the rules of the game. But teams move in fences all the time–usually with less than dramatic consequences. (more…)
The offseason makeover of the 2026 Pioneer League continues, as the new Long Beach team in the MLB Partner Leaguer announced six name semifinalists and more details emerge about a Modesto team. (more…)
Now shipping from the August Publications offices: The Complete Guide to Spring Training 2026 for Arizona and Florida, in print, Kindle, B&N Nook, Kobo, Google Play and Apple Books versions. (more…)
We have some book news to pass along: The Complete Guide to Spring Training 2026 / Arizona is now available for pre-order, with units shipping in early September. (more…)
We have some book news to pass along: The Complete Guide to Spring Training 2026 / Florida is now available for pre-order, with units shipping in early September. (more…)
The future of one of pro baseball’s most historic venues is still up in the air, as the University of Tennessee-Chattanooga and the city grapple with the Engel Stadium future. (more…)
Though the long-term future of the Rays in Tampa Bay is far from assured, the St. Petersburg City Council committed $22.5 million to Tropicana Field roof repairs, with the goal of a 2026 completion. (more…)
This was not totally unexpected, given the lack of recent commitment to the project: Owner Stuart Sternberg announced today he was scrapping plans for a new Tampa Bay Rays ballpark as the centerpiece of a new St. Petersburg development next to the Trop. (more…)
