A century after Rube Foster gathered his fellow team owners at the Kansas City YMCA to form the Negro National League, the broader legacy of the Negro Leagues and its forgotten stars is still being written. (more…)
Archive | At the Ballpark
Freund joins MLB in MiLB reorganization push
Peter Freund, owner of two MiLB teams and a partner with the New York Yankees, has been enlisted by Major League Baseball to help navigate issues as MLB takes over control of Minor League Baseball and address the challenges created by contraction to 120 affiliates. (more…)
Ballpark Digest Broadcaster Chat for October 6, 2020
Jesse Goldberg-Strassler, Mick Gillispie and Kevin Reichard discuss the most recent news in MiLB contraction regarding the Appy League, the changing demographics of game broadcasts, and different terms for game gear, including a pill, aspirin, pigskin and loaf of bread, on this week’s Ballpark Digest Broadcaster Chat. (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…)
Anaheim moves forward on Angel Stadium sale
The Anaheim City Council moved ahead with the sale of the 153-acre Angel Stadium site to an investment group led by Angels owner Arne Moreno, priced at $150 million in cash and $170 million in community benefits. (more…)
Royals’ Kevin Uhlich to retire
Kevin Uhlich, who oversaw the 2009 Kauffman Stadium renovation, will retire from his role as Senior Vice President/Business Operations of the Kansas City Royals, effective October 30. (more…)
Mariners add Oura Rings to equipment lineup
They were used by NBA players in the Orlando bubble, and now they’re reaching Major League Baseball, as the Seattle Mariners will use Oura Rings to monitor player sleep patterns and overall health metrics. (more…)
Ballpark Digest Broadcaster Chat for September 22, 2020
Jesse Goldberg-Strassler, Mick Gillispie and Kevin Reichard discuss hurricanes and natural disasters at the ballpark, the late scout Gary Hughes, the future of scouting and the term pickle on this week’s Ballpark Digest Broadcaster Chat. (more…)
Worcester developer recommits to Polar Park plan
A major developer remains committed to a significant investment in the downtown Worcester project featuring Polar Park, the new home of the Worcester Red Sox (Class AAA; International League). (more…)
Cleveland implementing paperless ticketing in 2021
Another MLB team is moving to paperless ticketing in 2021, as the Cleveland Indians announced mobile-only tickets for 2021–a practice we expect to see implemented across all of Major League Baseball in the next year or two. (more…)
Polar Park still on schedule; development terms change
Work continues on Polar Park, future home of the Worcester Red Sox (Class AAA; International League), but the development surrounding the downtown facility has changed in the face of the current COVID-19 economy. (more…)
Personnel news: Gastonia, Kenosha and Fargo-Moorhead
We have personnel news from the new Gastonia Atlantic League team, the Kenosha Kingfish (summer collegiate; Northwoods League) and the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks (independent; American Association). (more…)
Stars, Titans disagree on potential ballpark location
Tennessee Titans President and CEO Burke Nihill isn’t thrilled about a potential Nashville Stars ballpark next to Nissan Stadium, a location proposed by Music City Baseball Managing Director John Loar. (more…)