After spending years in limbo, the dispute between Lackawanna and Luzerne counties over the sale of Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders (Class AAA; International League) could come to a head in 2017. (more…)
Author Archive | Zach Spedden
Best of 2016: #6, Rebranding
We end 2016 with a countdown of the 10 biggest stories of the year on Ballpark Digest, as chosen by editors and partially based on page views. Today, #6: Rebranding. (more…)
TVA Credit Union Ballpark Field Project Continues
Installation of a new infield at TVA Credit Union Ballpark continues, marking progress for the latest upgrade at the home of the Johnson City Cardinals (Rookie; Appalachian League). (more…)
Best of 2016: #8, Rays Continue Ballpark Search
We end 2016 with a countdown of the 10 biggest stories of the year on Ballpark Digest, as chosen by editors and partially based on page views. Today, #8: The Tampa Bay Rays continuing ballpark search. (more…)
Council Approves Electronic Signs at Nationals Park
The D.C. City Council has granted a request from the Washington Nationals, giving the team permission to place electronic billboards outside of Nationals Park. (more…)
Jim Perry Stadium Preps for Astros Arrival
With the Buies Creek Astros (High A; Carolina League) set to arrive in April, Jim Perry Stadium is undergoing a series of upgrades. (more…)
Pecos League Eyes Monterey
The Pecos League is continuing to look at California markets, as the independent circuit has been tied to Monterey. (more…)
Dunkin’ Donuts Park Aims for April 13 Debut
Progress is being made on the construction of Dunkin’ Donuts Park, to the point where some officials believe that the facility will be ready for the Hartford Yard Goats ‘ (Class AA; Eastern League) home opener. (more…)
Best of 2016: #9, Spring Training Overhauls
We end 2016 with a countdown of the 10 biggest stories of the year on Ballpark Digest, as chosen by editors and partially based on page views. Today, #9: Spring training facility overhauls. (more…)
Baby Cakes See Positive Results of Rebrand
One of Minor League Baseball‘s latest rebrands is yielding positive results, as the New Orleans Baby Cakes (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) are seeing an uptick in merchandise sales. (more…)
Malden Will Not be Asked for Ballpark Funds
A ballpark being pitched in Malden, MA is not expected to be funded through city dollars, according to a report. (more…)
Birds Flock to Ballpark of the Palm Beaches
While it will be a few months before fans head to the Ballpark of the Palm Beaches, birds are already staking their claim at the new spring training facility. (more…)
Clearwater Ballpark Could Become Spectrum Field
Bright House Field could be given a new name, as the Philadelphia Phillies‘ spring training home is expected to be rebranded as Spectrum Field. (more…)