We have the branding for the newest team in the summer-collegiate Northwoods League, as the Dyersville Dreamers will launch play at the permanent Field of Dreams ballpark in Dyersville, Iowa. (more…)
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Dramatic Crown Center redevelopment could accompany new Kansas City Royals ballpark
A new Kansas City Royals ballpark could be part of a dramatic redevelopment of the city’s historic Crown Center neighborhood, according to plans filed by an engineering firm. (more…)
Redbirds, Memphis clash over future of AutoZone Park
It’s been a rough few years for the Memphis Redbirds (Triple-A; International League): After being denied state funding for an extensive renovation, Memphis officials are now raising the prospect of pulling all city funding for AutoZone Park. (more…)
Brewers begin work on Truss Club for 2027
The makeover of American Family Field continues, as the Milwaukee Brewers begin construction of a new indoor-outdoor space, The Truss Club, for high-end season-ticket holders. (more…)
New for 2027: Wichita Turbo Tubs
Not quite sure why we are seeing this announcement in June, but here goes: The Wichita Wind Surge (Double-A; Texas League) will be permanently rebranded the Wichita Turbo Tubs for the 2027 MiLB season. (more…)
City, Emeralds to study new Medford ballpark
The City Council and the Eugene Emeralds (High-A; Northwest League) will split the cost of a $500,000 study to determine the feasibility of a new Medford ballpark as well as upgrades to Harry & David Field. (more…)
Dyersville Ghosts? New NWL Field of Dreams team announces potential monikers
We have the five finalists in the “Name the Team” contest for the new summer-collegiate Northwoods League team at the iconic Field of Dreams site, launching play in 2027. (more…)
New Rays ballpark clears initial funding hurdles
The proposed new Rays ballpark cleared two important hurdles this week after Hillborough County and Tampa approved initial funding plans, but there is plenty of work to tackle in preparation of a final deal. (more…)
After $400M, new Athletics ballpark is on time, on budget
With the team already spending $400 million, the $2-billion new Athletics ballpark in Las Vegas is on budget and on time, with work on the lower bowl substantially underway. (more…)
Visiting Erlanger Park, new Chattanooga Lookouts home
With the opening of Erlanger Park, the Chattanooga Lookouts (Double-A; Southern League) have significantly advanced the art of ballpark design, bringing new life to a historic industrial site while providing a unique experience for both fans and players. (more…)
Field of Dreams lands big donation, Northwoods League team
Big news coming out of Dyersville, Iowa, where the nonprofit owner of the iconic Field of Dreams movie set has landed a $10 million grant to finish a new ballpark, which will be put into use this year for an MLB exhibition and a new Northwoods League team in 2027 and beyond. (more…)
Rays, local officials reach nonbinding MOU on $2.3B new ballpark deal
After several weeks of intense negotiations, Tampa Bay Rays ownership and local officials agreed to a nonbinding memorandum of understanding (MOU) on a $2.3 billion new ballpark deal, with governments paying $967 million. (more…)
Rochester Honkers set for one final campaign at Mayo Field
Rochester Honkers (summer collegiate; Northwoods League) ownership announced this will be the team’s last season at Mayo Field, but plans for a new ballpark remain up in the air. (more…)