A lease agreement between the Houston Astros and the City of Fayetteville could be reviewed, and possibly finalized, by the end of this month. (more…)
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Gwinnett County Mulls New Coolray Field Bonds
As a cost savings measure, Gwinnett County is considering whether to issue new bonds on Coolray Field, home of the Gwinnett Braves (Class AAA; International League). (more…)
Billings Mustangs Seek to Extend Lease
The Billings Mustangs (Rookie; Pioneer League) are seeking a 10-year lease extension at Dehler Park, and could make future ballpark upgrades. (more…)
Kansas City’s Hidden Stadium Tunnel
For decades, Kauffman Stadium and Arrowhead Stadium have occupied the Truman Sports Complex, separated by a sea of parking. Below ground, however, the stadiums are connected by a hidden tunnel that helps the operations of the Kansas City Royals and Kansas City Chiefs. (more…)
Inland Empire 66ers Agree to New Lease
After some uncertainty surrounded the team’s future in San Bernardino, the Inland Empire 66ers (High A; California League) have agreed to a lease that runs until 2026. (more…)
Project Jackson Votes Set for Monday
Several votes relating to Project Jackson, which includes the new home of the Augusta GreenJackets (Low A; Sally League), will take place on Monday. (more…)
Joe O’Brien Field Upgrades Approved
Joe O’Brien Field is in line for major upgrades, as the Elizabethton City Council has approved a plan to renovate the home of the Elizabethton Twins (Rookie; Appalachian League). (more…)
2016 Team of the Year: Birmingham Barons
There is something to be said for consistency, and how some Minor League Baseball teams excel at attracting fans year in and year out. One of the best examples of this trend is the Birmingham Barons (Class AA; Southern League), who outdid themselves in 2016, earning Ballpark Digest’s 2016 Team of the Year Award. (more…)
Sale of Bears & Eagles Riverfront Stadium Closes
Lotus Equity Group has closed on its purchase of Bears & Eagles Riverfront Stadium, effectively clearing the way for the ballpark’s demolition. (more…)
Georgia State Votes on Turner Field Cost
Georgia State University‘s board of regents has authorized a nearly $53 million project that will include the conversion of Turner Field to a football stadium. (more…)
Summerlin Could Offer Solution for 51s
In the midst of their effort to replace Cashman Field, the Las Vegas 51s (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) could find a solution in Summerlin. (more…)
Joplin Blasters Settle Previous Lawsuit
The owners of the Joplin Blasters have settled a lawsuit with a concessionaire, though a case against the city still hangs in the balance. (more…)
Rangers: New Ballpark Could Open in 2020
Now that Arlington voters have approved a new retractable-roof ballpark, the Texas Rangers are saying that the facility will open in 2020. (more…)