At an open house on Thursday, some attendees expressed their skepticism toward a proposal that includes a new home for the Boise Hawks (Short Season A; Northwest League). (more…)
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Ballparks Set the Stage for 2017 MLB Playoff Action
October is upon us, meaning that it is time for postseason baseball. While the Major League Baseball playoffs should provide plenty of excitement on the field, the ballparks themselves are worthy of attention. As was the case in 2016, the slate of postseason ballparks in 2017 spans from the classic to the modern, making for […]
Royals Replacing Kauffman Stadium Playing Field
Kauffman Stadium is receiving an offseason upgrade, as the Kansas City Royals are moving forward with a replacement of the playing surface. (more…)
Downtown Sites Studied for Royals Ballpark
Kansas City is helping to fund a study of downtown sites for a Kansas City Royals ballpark, though whether the team ever makes that move remains uncertain. (more…)
Hannibal Returning to Prospect League
Hannibal, MO will field a team in the Prospect League in 2018, as was confirmed during an announcement on Tuesday. (more…)
Shorebirds to Host Par 3 at Perdue Stadium
Perdue Stadium will be the latest ballpark to offer a nine-hole golf course, as the Delmarva Shorebirds (Low A; Sally League) have announced their take on the offseason promotion. (more…)
Loews Hotel Coming to Ballpark Village
Ballpark Village in St. Louis will see the addition of a hotel in the coming years, as plans have been announced for Live! by Loews-St. Louis. (more…)
Amarillo Awards Ballpark Construction Contract
On Monday, Amarillo, TX officials approved a construction bid for a new ballpark that will open for the relocating San Antonio Missions (Class AA; Texas League) in 2019. (more…)
MLB Launching Diversity Fellowship for Women, People of Color
Major League Baseball is launching a diversity fellowship for women and people of color, a program that will place candidates with teams and the league’s central office. (more…)
LeLacheur Park Upgrades Taking Shape
The Lowell Spinners (Short Season A; NY-Penn League) continue to plan upgrades to LeLacheur Park, with upcoming changes covering both fan and player amenities. (more…)
Rangers Break Ground on Globe Life Field
Globe Life Field took a step toward its eventual opening on Thursday, when the Texas Rangers and local officials broke ground on the ballpark. (more…)
2017 Executive of the Year: Ryan Keur
In his first year as president of the Daytona Tortugas (High A; Florida State League), Ryan Keur led the team to new heights. The Tortugas’ emphasis on unique promotions and community outreach helped generate a solid increase in attendance, making 2017 a successful season. (more…)
Ballpark Commons Plan Moves Forward
The proposed Ballpark Commons development in Franklin, WI has moved forward, with Milwaukee County approving a key land sale. (more…)