New drone footage captures the damaged state of a remaining portion of Cooper Stadium, former home of the Columbus Clippers (Class AAA; International League). (more…)
Archive | Endangered Ballparks
Ballpark at Harbor Yard Conversion Approved
A conversion of the Ballpark at Harbor Yard into an amphitheater is moving forward, as city officials approved the plan for the former home of the Bridgeport Bluefish (independent; Atlantic League). (more…)
Campbell’s Field Slated for Demolition: Officials
Though there’s no final word from the ballpark owner, political leaders in Camden, N.J. say that Campbell’s Field, former home of the Camden Riversharks (independent; Atlantic League), will be torn down to make way for athletic fields and a waterfront development. (more…)
Ground Broken for Tinker Field History Plaza
A unique tribute to Tinker Field is starting to take shape, as Orlando officials have broken ground on a history plaza at the site of the facility. (more…)
End of an Era at RFK Stadium
When D.C. United ends its 2017 home season on Oct. 22, it will mark the end of an era for the MLS team–and the end of an era in stadium history, one that includes plenty of baseball. (more…)
Ballparks That Live On: League Park
The Cleveland Indians held out for many years, but eventually League Park’s run as the team’s full-time home came to an end. (more…)
Hinchliffe Stadium Restoration Work Begins
Hinchliffe Stadium will be receiving some restoration work, as officials participated in a ceremonial groundbreaking for the project on Tuesday. (more…)
Frank Boulton Submits Proposal for Surf Stadium Site
Frank Boulton is one of four participants in a request for proposal (RFP) process for the land that includes Surf Stadium, former home of the Atlantic City Surf. (more…)
Proposals Sought for Hamtramck Stadium
As the effort to revitalize the facility continues, the City of Hamtramck is seeking proposals for the venerable Hamtramck Stadium. (more…)
Design of Newark’s Riverfront Stadium Site Development Released
Design details have been released on the redevelopment of the site of Bears & Eagles Riverfront Stadium, the former home of the Newark Bears. (more…)
Miami Stadium Site to Receive Historical Marker
Thanks to a fundraising effort, the legacy of Miami Stadium is set to be recognized with a historical marker at its former site. (more…)
Amarillo Texas League Team Puts Potter County Memorial Stadium At Risk
Everyone is excited about a new Texas League team moving to Amarillo in 2019, but one sad bit of fallout to pass along: The move most likely means the demolition of Potter County Memorial Stadium in the future. (more…)
Ballparks That Live On: Oriole Park
The history of Oriole Park in Baltimore is often associated with its demise. On July 4, 1944, an early-morning fire began near the third-base grandstand and ultimately set much of the facility ablaze. (more…)