We have an opening date for BB&T Point, as the forthcoming ballpark will host the High Point Rockers‘(independent; Atlantic League) home opener on May 2, 2019. (more…)
Archive | Future Ballparks
New for 2019: Routine Field
ROC Ventures and Routine Baseball have announced a naming-rights deal for Routine Field, the upcoming home of the Milwaukee Milkmen (independent; American Association). Routine Field, a 4,000-seat facility at Ballpark Commons in suburban Franklin, is set to open spring 2019, and will be home to the Milkmen and University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee baseball. (more…)
Intimidators Sold; Owners Reach Deal on New Kannapolis Ballpark
The Kannapolis Intimidators (Low A; Sally League) have been sold, pending approvals, and the new owners have struck a deal for a downtown ballpark as part of a 30-year lease and a pledge to stay in the city. (more…)
New USPBL Ballpark in the Works for 2020
A final location has not been determined, but league owner and CEO Andy Appleby says a new United Shore Professional Baseball League ballpark is in the works for 2020. (more…)
Worcester Moves Forward on New Ballpark Deal
The Worcester City Council voted overwhelmingly to move forward with a new ballpark for the relocating Pawtucket Red Sox (Class AAA; International League), initiating the bonding process and TIFs for the surrounding area. (more…)
New Waukesha Ballpark Approved for Northwoods League Team
The Common Council approved a contract last night to build a new Waukesha ballpark for a Northwoods League team in the Wisconsin city, paving the way for an addition to the 2019 summer-collegiate-league lineup. (more…)
Future of Wichita Baseball Could Become Clearer Soon
With the Wichita Wingnuts (independent; American Association) packing up and moving out of Lawrence-Dumont Stadium, we could see some clarity this week on the future of affiliated baseball in the city. (more…)
Las Vegas Ballpark to Feature AirFlow Mesh Seats
When it opens in 2019, Las Vegas Ballpark—future home of the Las Vegas 51s (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League)—will feature 4Topps Premium Seating’s AirFlow Mesh seats. The seats will be installed throughout the ballpark, according to an announcement from team owner Howard Hughes Corp., and are designed to keep fans comfortable in the Las Vegas heat. (more…)
Council Favors Pewaukee Baseball Complex in Straw Poll
In a straw poll taken on Monday, the Pewaukee (WI) Common Council conceptually backed a proposed baseball complex that would include a 2,500-seat ballpark. (more…)
Bjarke Ingels Group to Design New Oakland A’s Ballpark
The cutting-edge Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) has been hired to design a new Oakland A’s ballpark and any associated development, moving forward on plans for the two leading potential ballpark sites. (more…)
It’s Official: PawSox to Worcester, Polar Park in 2021
Owners of the Pawtucket Red Sox (Class AAA; International League) and the city of Worcester have agreed on a letter of intent to bring the PawSox to a new Kelly Square ballpark, tentative named Polar Park, for the 2021 season. (more…)
Will Austin MLS Move Clear Way for New Missions Ballpark?
With the Austin City Council approving a land lease for a new Austin MLS stadium, influential Judge Nelson Wolff says that there’s no support for MLS in San Antonio — and that’s possibly good news for the San Antonio Missions (Class AA; Texas League). (more…)
Introducing MLB Renovation Watch
In order to keep their facilities competitive, many Major League Baseball teams have pursued ballpark renovations in recent years. With several high-profile improvement projects either in progress or in the works, the MLB Renovation Watch page will keep track of the latest developments when it comes to ballpark upgrades. (more…)