Debate over the future of Lake Olmstead Stadium continues, as Augusta officials are discussing the next use for the former home of the Augusta GreenJackets (Low A; Sally League). (more…)
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Funding Key to Reviving LaGrave Field, Fort Worth Cats
The effort to revive the Fort Worth Cats and save LaGrave Field is well underway, but funding will be crucial to making the plan a reality. (more…)
Talk About Nine Lives: Fort Worth Cats Home Could Return
We could set yet another revival of the Fort Worth Cats, as the team’s former home — LaGrave Field — is rescued from the wrecking ball by a land swap organized by a local nonprofit. (more…)
Hotel to Open on Lane Field Site in September
A new hotel is set to open in September on the site of Lane Field, the former home of the minor-league San Diego Padres. (more…)
Homestead Sports Complex Slated for Scrap Heap
After several reuses and severe thumpings from two different hurricanes, Homestead Sports Complex — once slated as spring-training home of the Cleveland Indians — is likely to be torn down, with the Miami suburb soliciting bids for demolition. (more…)
Comerica Donates to Hamtramck Stadium Renovation
The push to complete a Hamtramck Stadium renovation recently received a boost, as Comerica Bank donated $20,000 to the ongoing restoration effort. (more…)
Joe Davis Stadium’s Future Uncertain
Huntsville, AL officials have not made any final decisions on the ultimate fate of Joe Davis Stadium, the former home of the Huntsville Stars (Class AA; Southern League). (more…)
The Corner Breaks Ground at Tiger Stadium Site
Redevelopment of the former Tiger Stadium site continues to take shape, as ground was broken Tuesday for The Corner development. (more…)
The Future of Cashman Field? Pro Soccer
The Las Vegas 51s (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) will be moving to a new Summerlin ballpark in 2019, leaving the team’s long-time home, Cashman Field. So what will happen to the downtown facility? Its future lies in pro soccer. (more…)
Tinker Field History Plaza Opens
The legacy of Orlando’s Tinker Field will live on in a unique way, as officials have cut the ribbon on a history plaza at the former ballpark’s site. (more…)
Investors Sought for Cohen Stadium Redevelopment
El Paso officials are interested in a plan to redevelop the site of Cohen Stadium, but want private investment to make the concept a reality. (more…)
Former Tiger Stadium Site Set for Big Weekend
The former Tiger Stadium site will begin a new era on Saturday, March 24, when the Detroit Police Athletic League celebrates the grand opening of its new headquarters and playing field. (more…)
Returning for 2018: The Endangered Ballparks Page
A ballpark is more than just a place where baseball is played; it’s a place where memories are created, where families and friends bond, and where communities gather. But some baseball shrines are threatened with demolition, so we’re bringing back our Endangered Ballparks page. (more…)