As work on the upcoming Polar Park continues, International League president Randy Mobley is expressing optimism about the future of the soon-to-relocate Pawtucket Red Sox in Worcester, MA. (more…)
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Allen Lawrence Named Salem Red Sox General Manager
After naming him Interim General Manager earlier this year, the Salem Red Sox (High A; Carolina League) have promoted Allen Lawrence to General Manager. He served as Interim General Manager during the 2019 season, succeeding former President & General Manager Ryan Shelton who left the organization in April. (more…)
Redevelopment Around Former Turner Field Continues
An effort to redevelop the area around Atlanta’s former Turner Field continues, with developers breaking ground this week on apartments on a site formerly used for parking. (more…)
Globe Life Park Conversion Plans Unveiled
Globe Life Park begins its conversion process this week, as the former Texas Rangers home is reconfigured into a multi-purpose venue that will host professional football and soccer teams next year. (more…)
Bruce Miller New Populous Americas Managing Director
Bruce Miller, whose portfolio includes Target Field, Allianz Field and Exploria Stadium, is the new managing director for Populous Americas. (more…)
Globe Life Field’s Last Retractable Roof Truss Installed
Construction crews lifted the final retractable roof truss at Globe Life Field this morning, yielding the latest sign of progress on the upcoming Texas Rangers home. (more…)
Planning for New Olympic Stadium Roof Continues
Discussions continue about the possibility of a new roof at Montreal’s Olympic Stadium, as Olympic Installation Board officials move forward in planning the upgrade. (more…)
Indiana State Baseball/Softball Complex Included in Master Plan
Indiana State University has released an athletic facilities master plan that features a proposed baseball and softball complex, connecting two venues with a unique design that includes shared spaces. (more…)
Governor’s Signature Moves A’s Howard Terminal Ballpark Bills Forward
The Oakland A’s proposal for a new ballpark at Howard Terminal received a boost last week from California governor Gavin Newsom, who signed two bills crucial to the plan. (more…)
Worcester Bravehearts Receive 2019 FCBL Honors
The summer-collegiate Futures Collegiate Baseball League is recognizing the Worcester Bravehearts with a few awards, including 2019 Organization of the Year and Executive of the Year for General Manger Dave Peterson. (more…)
New for 2020: Toyota Field
The upcoming home of the Rocket City Trash Pandas (Class AA; Southern League) will be known as Toyota Field, the result of a naming-rights deal with Toyota Motor Manufacturing Alabama (TMMAL). Toyota Field will open in 2020. (more…)
St. Croix River Hounds Set for 2021 Launch
The St. Croix River Hounds (summer collegiate; Northwoods League) are set for a 2021 launch, as construction on the team’s Hudson, WI ballpark will begin next spring. (more…)
Push Continues on Snappers Ballpark Plan
Planning for a proposed Beloit Snappers (Low A; Midwest League) downtown ballpark continues, as prospective team owner Quint Studer looks to move the concept forward. (more…)