Facing a potential demolition in the near future, Lawrence-Dumont Stadium was the site of an auction for Wichita Wingnuts (independent; American Association) memorabilia on Wednesday. (more…)
Archive | Endangered Ballparks
Bids Sought for Campbell’s Field Demolition
Camden, NJ’s Campbell’s Field is closer to coming down, as officials are seeking bids to demolish the ballpark. (more…)
Joe Davis Stadium Likely to be Demolished
Joe Davis Stadium will likely be demolished in the future, as officials believe that the former Huntsville Stars (Class AA; Southern League) home is obsolete. (more…)
Modular Apartments Dropped at Tiger Stadium Site
A modular apartment drop took place Tuesday at the site of Detroit’s Tiger Stadium, part of the ongoing construction of a new mixed-use development. (more…)
Agreement Could Trigger Hank Aaron Stadium’s Demolition
Under the terms of a ground lease between Mobile and the ballpark’s land owner, Hank Aaron Stadium might need to be demolished if it is unused in the years after the Mobile BayBears (Class AA; Southern League) relocate. (more…)
Wingnuts Play Final Lawrence-Dumont Stadium Game
The Wichita Wingnuts (independent; American Association) played their final game at Lawrence-Dumont Stadium on Monday, but questions remain about the ballpark’s future. (more…)
With PawSox Eyeing Move, McCoy Stadium Faces Uncertain Future
Now that the Pawtucket Red Sox (Class AAA; International League) are targeting a new Worcester, MA ballpark, officials are starting to consider the future of McCoy Stadium. (more…)
El Paso Plans Future of Cohen Stadium Site
El Paso, TX officials continue to map out the future of Cohen Stadium, as current plans call for the ballpark to be demolished in favor of an entertainment complex. (more…)
Augusta Still Deciding Lake Olmstead Stadium’s Fate
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…)
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…)