A local report has the New York Mets potentially leaving Port St. Lucie for spring training unless St. Lucie County stops changing the terms of renovations to First Data Field, which the pair had agreed to in 2017. (more…)
Author Archive | Kevin Reichard
Site Emerging for New Montreal MLB Ballpark
A site at Peel Basin, located just off the downtown area, is being considered as the location of a new Montreal MLB ballpark, as the city and potential owners quietly advance in their planning. (more…)
It’s Official: Marquee Sports Network to Debut in 2020
The Chicago Cubs made it official, announcing plans to launch their own regional network, the Marquee Sports Network, in 2020 in partnership with Sinclair Broadcast Group. (more…)
Robinson, Smith and the Origins of Oriole Park
Baseball lost a major figure when Frank Robinson, pioneering manager and Hall of Fame player, passed away last week. One part of his legacy worth noting for us: his input into the design of Oriole Park at Camden Yards. (more…)
New for 2019: American Family Fields of Phoenix
The Milwaukee Brewers formally unveiled renovations to their Phoenix spring-training home and announced a new name for the complex: American Family Fields of Phoenix. (more…)
Yes, Spring Training Starts Today!
Yes, the best day on the calendar has finally arrived: today sees the first workout for pitchers and catchers, which means we are at the official start of spring training 2019. (more…)
No NL DH in 2019; Look for Talks Aimed at 2022
Despite talk of a National League designated hitter being implemented as early as this season, MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred says any potential rule changes for 2019 will be limited to pace-of-play issues. (more…)
Chilly Scenes of Winter at Fenway Park
The Boston Red Sox spring-training supplies just arrived at JetBlue Park in Florida, but it’s still winter in New England, and back home Fenway Park is hosting the Red Bull Crashed Ice competition. (more…)
Take 30% Off 2019 Spring Training Guides
With pitchers and catchers reporting next week and the first games scheduled for Feb. 21 and Feb. 22, spring training 2019 is upon us. If you’re going, the time to begin planning is now — so plan ahead with our 2019 spring training books. (more…)
Join Jesse and Mick on Today’s Facebook Live Chat!
Join Jesse Goldberg-Strassler and Mick Gillispie on their weekly Facebook Live chat via the Ballpark Digest page, as they discuss the language of baseball, broadcasting and broadcasters, and the big stories of the week on Ballpark Digest. (more…)
Death at Dodger Stadium Sure To Raise Further Discussions of Fan Protection
The death of a fan after being struck by a foul ball at Dodger Stadium last summer will certainly ignite further discussions of how much netting is appropriate at professional ballparks. (more…)
ISM Connect Launches Ad Network in 25 MiLB Ballparks
Some more details on the network of smart displays planned for 25 Minor League Baseball ballparks by ISM Connect, as the Allegiant Airline Network launches in 2019. (more…)
ICYMI: Ballpark Digest Facebook Live Chat, January 31
In case you missed it: We’ve posted the January 31 Ballpark Digest Facebook Live broadcasters chat to YouTube, featuring Jesse Goldberg-Strassler and Mick Gillispie. (more…)