The Eugene City Council moved forward with a public vote on $15 million in bonding for a new Eugene Emeralds ballpark, but a host of conditions need to be met before the issue goes on the ballot. (more…)
Archive | Future Ballparks
Baton Rouge MiLB as part of larger development?
Baton Rouge is considering a development of its Memorial Stadium sports complex that could yield a new professional baseball ballpark and a rightsized football stadium for USL soccer. (more…)
City debates bond issue for new Eugene Emeralds ballpark
City officials are debating the outlines of a potential $15-million bond issue for a new Eugene Emeralds ballpark, as the team is working to close a funding gap for the proposed $100.5-million facility at the Lane County Fairgrounds. (more…)
Financial planning continues on new Chattanooga Lookouts ballpark
Work on a new Chattanooga Lookouts (Double-A; Southern League) ballpark proceeds, as the planners work to arrive at a guaranteed maximum price tag for the project soon. (more…)
Coming up at the University of Utah: America First Ballpark
We don’t yet have a complete plan for a new on-campus ballpark at the University of Utah, but we do have a name, as the school’s sale of naming rights gives us America First Ballpark. (more…)
MLB owners approve A’s move to Las Vegas
As widely expected, MLB owners unanimously approved the potential move of the Oakland Athletics to Las Vegas–though there’s plenty of uncertainty about whether a Nevada move will happen. (more…)
Only one bidder for new Rays ballpark design gig: Populous
After Dan Meis of MEIS architects dropped out of the running to land the contract for a new Rays ballpark design contract, the evaluation committee will move forward on talks with the only remaining bidders: Populous. (more…)
Referendum opposing new A’s Vegas ballpark rejected in court
Nevada Judge James Russell rejected proposed referendum language that could impact $120 million of state funds on a new Oakland A’s Vegas ballpark, ruling the petition was confusingly worded and incomplete. (more…)
New ballpark plan from San Antonio Missions expected soon
With hopes for a downtown sports district featuring new facilities for both the San Antonio Missions (Double-A; Texas League) and the San Antonio Spurs (NBA) seemingly dashed, Missions ownership is eying a new location for a ballpark. (more…)
Rays unveil St. Petersburg ballpark plan, ask for swift consideration from the city
The Tampa Bay Rays unveiled a financing plan for a new St. Petersburg ballpark to replace Tropicana Field, with the facility serving as the centerpiece of a $6-billion development. (more…)
Philadelphia Phillies spring training facilities may receive Clearwater development aid
The City of Clearwater is launching a new Property Redevelopment Assistance Program, and under discussion is whether a half-billion-dollar makeover of the Philadelphia Phillies spring training facilities qualifies for the program. (more…)
Deadline for new Hillsboro Hops ballpark financing pushed to next March
The deadline for financing a new Hillsboro Hops ballpark has been extended by MLB, as the High-A Northwest League team has been given until March 15, 2024 to finalize a funding plan. (more…)
Total cost of a new downtown Kansas City Royals ballpark: $4B+
A confidential report circulated by Jackson County pegs the total cost of a new downtown Kansas City Royals ballpark as exceeding $4 billion, but there are questions as to whether the unreleased estimate is accurate or trustworthy. (more…)