A group seeking to save Gate 2 at the old Yankee Stadium says it would be cheaper to preserve the gate than tear it down, but city officials disagree — and the Yankees, sad to say, are avoiding the discussion. A group seeking to save Gate 2 at the old Yankee Stadium says it would […]
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Meradith, Gillette talking over SABR ballparks committee
Stan Meradith and Gary Gillette are the new co-chairs of the Ballparks Committee of the Society for American Baseball Research. Stan Meradith and Gary Gillette are the new co-chairs of the Ballparks Committee of the Society for American Baseball Research. Both names should be familiar to those in the ballpark world. Meradith is a principal […]
The week that was: August 29
The most popular stories on Ballpark Digest for the past week, as measured in page views. Here are the most popular stories on Ballpark Digest for the past week, as measured in page views: Key decisions due on Connecticut/Richmond move this week Defenders locked out of ballpark; future in doubt It's been a long summer […]
Complete Guide to Spring Training now only $5!
Yes, this is totally self-serving: We've cut the price of the 2009 edition of The Complete Guide to Spring Training to $5 — because you can never begin planning too early. Yes, this is totally self-serving: We've cut the price of the 2009 edition of The Complete Guide to Spring Training to $5 — because […]
The week that was: August 22
The most popular stories on Ballpark Digest for the past week, as measured in page views. The most popular stories on Ballpark Digest for the past week, as measured in page views: Mets announce enhancements to Citi Field, will stress team history Durham Athletic Park reopens — and looks great Manatees win on field, struggle […]
The week that was: August 15
Here are the top stories on Ballpark Digest for the past week, as measured in page views. Here are the top stories on Ballpark Digest for the past week, as measured in page views. More defections from the Frontier League? Weiss, Global Spectrum take full reins of Memphis Redbirds tonight Global Spectrum cuts Redbirds staff […]
Baseball eliminated from 2016 Summer Olympics
The on-again off-again relationship between baseball and the Olympics is off again, as a move to reinstate baseball as an Olympic sport failed. The on-again off-again relationship between baseball and the Olympics is off again, as a move to reinstate baseball as an Olympic sport failed, as baseball and softball is out for the 2016 […]
Ray Winder Field sale goes through
Ray Winder Field, the former home of the Arkansas Travelers, is being sold to the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, but its future is not clear. Ray Winder Field, the former home of the Arkansas Travelers (Class AA; Texas League), is being sold to the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, but its future […]
Life on the road: Staten Island and Rochester
Yeah, site updates haven't been as prolific as many of you would like. But life on the road cuts down on the time devoted to site updates, and it's been a blast presenting awards to the Staten Island Yankees and Rochester Red Wings. Here's a look at our travels. Yeah, site updates on Ballpark Digest […]
Ottawa Stadium crumbling for lack of a tenant
The former home of the Ottawa Lynx just two seasons ago now sits in disrepair, as the city won't maintain the facility without a tenant. It was once the crown prince of the International League, and still considered by many to be one of the better ballparks on the continent. Today, Ottawa Stadium — formerly […]
Marlins break ground on new ballpark; release ballpark renderings
The Florida Marlins broke ground on their new ballpark over the weekend, as well as releasing more details about the 37,000-seat retractable-roof facility The look for the new Florida Marlins ballpark, according to owner Jeffrey Loria, should reflect the distinctive architectural heritage of Miami: a sleek, cool style punctuated with pastels and plenty of access […]
Baseline lease for Ed Smith Stadium falls through
Baseline Group, which is seeking to set up baseball academies in Arizona and Florida, called off negotiations for an Ed Smith Stadium lease — and presumably a purchase of the Sarasota Reds — after Sarasota city officials changed the terms. Baseline Group, which is seeking to set up baseball academies in Arizona and Florida, called […]
How can a baseball team make money with a $49-million rent bill?
It can't, of course — which is why Japanese pro teams are having a hard time making it these days, despite strong fan support. Pro baseball in Japan is facing the same economic issues facing American teams, and teams are retrenching; Bobby Valentine, for instance, is basically being laid off as Chiba cuts costs. Pro […]