In the ongoing discussions of a new downtown Boise Hawks (Short Season A; Northwest League) ballpark, city officials have reportedly considered safeguards to reduce the project’s financial risk. (more…)
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Southwest League Mulling Joe Becker Stadium
Ahead of the circuit’s projected 2019 launch, the independent Southwest League is considering the use of Joplin, MO’s Joe Becker Stadium. (more…)
Syracuse Chiefs Sale Set to Go Through in December
It is anticipated that the New York Mets‘ purchase of the Syracuse Chiefs (Class AAA; International League) will be completed soon, with the Mets expected to take control of the club this month. (more…)
Details Released on Coors Field Entertainment District
An entertainment complex is slated to take shape outside of Coors Field, as the Colorado Rockies and Stantec have released design details on a new project. (more…)
New Turf Installed at Tiger Stadium Site
This week, the process of laying artificial turf at the former Tiger Stadium site began, a major development for a planned youth sports facility. (more…)
County Official: Rays Should Contribute More Than $150M for New Ballpark
In their pitch for a new ballpark, the Tampa Bay Rays will need to offer more than $150 million as a financial contribution, according to a Hillsborough County official. (more…)
Batavia Muckdogs Operating Agreement Expires
An agreement for the Rochester Red Wings (Class AAA; International League) to operate the Batavia Muckdogs (Short Season A; NY-Penn League) has expired, raising questions about the team’s future. (more…)
RI Senate President: No Vote on PawSox Ballpark Until January
As confirmed by the Senate President of Rhode Island, the state senate will not vote on a proposed Pawtucket Red Sox (Class AAA; International League) ballpark until January. (more…)
Demolition for High Point Ballpark to Begin Friday
Demolition of existing buildings to make way for a new High Point ballpark will begin on Friday, marking a major turning point for the project. (more…)
Pittsburgh Pirates to Extend LECOM Park Netting
Leading up to spring training 2018, the Pittsburgh Pirates will extend the protective netting at Bradenton’s LECOM Park. (more…)
Gwinnett Braves to Reveal New Name in December
The Gwinnett Braves (Class AAA; International League) are gearing up for a major change, as the club will reveal the results of its rebranding on December 8. (more…)
Black Hawk College Added to Bandit Scholars Program
Black Hawk College has been added to Bandit Scholars, the scholarship program from the Quad Cities River Bandits (Low A; Midwest League). (more…)
Purchase Agreement for Capital City Stadium Site Extended
A developer has been granted an extension on a purchase agreement for the site of Capital City Stadium, the former home to baseball in Columbia, SC. (more…)