The Fukushima Prefecture could host baseball and softball events at the 2020 Olympics, as organizers are considering three facilities. (more…)
Author Archive | Zach Spedden
Braves Expect Revenue Increase Next Year
The Atlanta Braves‘ upcoming move to SunTrust Park should yield a revenue increase, according to the latest financial report from owner Liberty Media. (more…)
Rays Connected to Montreal Move
Through a series of tweets published by a journalist on Sunday, the Tampa Bay Rays were tied to a move to Montreal’s Griffintown neighborhood. (more…)
Rangers Ballpark Proposal on the Ballot
Election Day is here, meaning that Arlington voters will finally decide the fate of a proposed retractable-roof ballpark for the Texas Rangers. (more…)
Hillsborough County Mulls Funding of Rays Ballpark
Hillsborough County has previously discussed using lodging tax funds to build a new Tampa Bay Rays ballpark, but the funding model requires more consideration. (more…)
Retirement Homes Pitched Near Coolray Field
A retirement home could occupy a site near Coolray Field, home of the Gwinnett Braves (Class AAA; International League), that was once envisioned to be part of a large-scale development. (more…)
2016 Executive of the Year: Chris Allen
Any season in which a team posts a new attendance record is generally a good one. While that was the case for many teams in 2016, the Tennessee Smokies (Class AA; Southern League) continued to further their success under team president and COO Chris Allen. (more…)
Drillers Stadium Artifacts Up for Sale
Memorabilia and materials from Drillers Stadium are up for grabs, as the former home of the Tulsa Drillers (Class AA; Texas League) is being cleared before its demolition. (more…)
Dave Chase Departs Sussex County Miners
There is some personnel news to report, as general manager Dave Chase is departing the Sussex County Miners (independent; Can-Am League). (more…)
Division III Championship to Leave Neuroscience Group Field
Starting 2019 the Division III Baseball Championship will have a new home, as it is set to leave Neuroscience Group Field at Fox Cities Stadium. (more…)
Amarillo Lone Stars Still Finalizing Ballpark Lease
The Amarillo Lone Stars (independent; Pecos League) have launched a website and unveiled logos, but their agreement to play at Potter County Memorial Stadium is not final. (more…)
Fayetteville, Astros Making Progress on Lease
Fayetteville officials are on track to finalize a lease for a new ballpark with the Houston Astros by year’s end, and could present some terms later this month. (more…)
A’s Facing Potential Ballpark, Revenue Issues
As Major League Baseball closely scrutinizes the team’s use of revenue sharing, the Oakland A’s are also engaged in a complicated ballpark search. (more…)