For the first time in decades, Boise State is planning to offer baseball, as the university has announced plans to add a baseball program. Boise State has also dropped its wrestling program, a decision that was announced along with the reinstitution of baseball. (more…)
Author Archive | Zach Spedden
PawSox Create Development Group
The Pawtucket Red Sox (Class AAA; International League) have added another layer to their search for a new ballpark, as the team is creating a development entity. Known as Prospect Development Group: A Real Estate Development Arm of the PawSox, the division is a separate entity from the team. (more…)
Wayne State University Dedicates Harwell Field
In a fitting tribute to a broadcasting legend, Wayne State University has dedicated Harwell Field in honor of late Detroit Tigers broadcaster Ernie Harwell. (more…)
Study on Blue Jays Spring Training Facilities Under Scrutiny
Following a recent news report, a previous study on a proposed enhancement to the Toronto Blue Jays spring training facilities has come under scrutiny. (more…)
Wichita to Pursue National College Baseball Hall of Fame
The National College Baseball Hall of Fame can count Wichita among its suitors, as the city is planning to bid for the museum. (more…)
Elizabethton Mayor Concerned Over Future of E-Twins
Elizabethton, TN mayor Curt Alexander is expressing his concerns about the status of the Elizabethton Twins (Rookie; Appalachian League) going forward. (more…)
Dunkin’ Donuts Park / Hartford Yard Goats
Before a packed house last Thursday night, the Hartford Yard Goats (Class AA; Eastern League) christened their home, Dunkin’ Donuts Park. (more…)
Manfred: SunTrust Park Could be a Model
Major League Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred has given high marks to SunTrust Park, the new home of the Atlanta Braves. (more…)
SunTrust Park Preview: Down-Home Cooking
The arrival of SunTrust Park represents more than the opening of a new ballpark. Based on the offerings the Atlanta Braves are planning to serve, the ballpark’s debut will mark the introduction of one of the more unique menus in baseball. (more…)
SunTrust Park Preview: Beer, Brambles and More
It’s not every day a new Major League Baseball ballpark opens, so we’re celebrating the occasion with a series of stories about what fans can expect from SunTrust Park, new home of the Atlanta Braves. We begin the series with a look at the beer and beverage offerings at SunTrust Park. (more…)
Homes of the Braves: Ballparks of the Past
In a 146-year history that has seen them play in three different cities, the Atlanta Braves have called many places home. From their early days in Boston to the opening of SunTrust Park, the Braves’ list of home ballparks features some of the most notable venues in baseball’s history. (more…)
Teams Prepare for Jackie Robinson Day
With the annual Jackie Robinson Day set for Saturday, Major League Baseball and Minor League Baseball teams are planning their tributes to Jackie Robinson. (more…)
Sites for PawSox Ballpark to be Studied
A forthcoming study could add to the discussions for a new Pawtucket Red Sox (Class AAA; International League) ballpark, as it will assess its financial impact. (more…)