Mercy Field at Lewis & Clark Park is receiving a series of improvements that are expected to complete in time for the Sioux City Explorers (independent; American Association) 2017 season. (more…)
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Fund in Pace for Peoples Natural Gas Field Upgrades
A recent vote by Blair County commissioners allowed for the creation of a Peoples Natural Gas Field capital improvement fund. This should ensure future upgrades to the home of the Altoona Curve (Class AA; Eastern League). (more…)
Hagerstown Suns on the Market
The Hagerstown Suns (Low A; Sally League) are on the market, and the franchise is working with an advisory group to complete a sale. (more…)
Jacksonville Suns to Become Jumbo Shrimp
Jacksonville Suns (Class AA; Southern League) owner Ken Babby has confirmed that the franchise will change its name to the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp. The new branding will be unveiled Wednesday morning. (more…)
Arlington Mayor Criticized for Comments on Ballpark Opponents
Comments by Arlington mayor Jeff Williams about opponents of a proposed Texas Rangers ballpark have drawn considerable scrutiny. (more…)
Guaranteed Rate Field Logo, Signage Unveiled
According to Guaranteed Rate‘s website, one of its core promises is “low, low rates…”, making a downward facing arrow a fitting logo. That arrow, however, has now found itself on the home of the Chicago White Sox, adding to an already-controversial naming rights deal. (more…)
Wichita Schedules Hearing on Ballpark Plan
As a sign of their willingness to consider a new ballpark, Wichita officials have scheduled a public hearing on the matter for December 6. (more…)
Joplin Outlaws Move to Joe Becker Stadium for 2017
Joe Becker Stadium will host baseball in 2017, as the Joplin Outlaws (summer collegiate; MINK League) are returning to the facility. (more…)
Ramapo Ballpark Auditor Penalized
An auditor involved in the development of Palisades Credit Union Park, home of the Rockland Boulders (independent; Can-Am League) has been handed a sizable penalty. (more…)
Fond du Lac to Begin Ballpark Construction
Construction will begin this month on the ballpark for the Fond du Lac expansion franchise in the Northwoods League, with the project concluding next spring. (more…)
Game Five Ratings Top Sunday Night Football
Ratings from game five of the World Series delivered some good news for Major League Baseball, as the contest topped Sunday Night Football. (more…)
Visitors Clubhouse at Wrigley Field to be Upgraded
The Chicago Cubs are planning to upgrade the visitors clubhouse at Wrigley Field, addressing one of the ballpark’s most glaring issues. (more…)
Hillsborough County Pushing to Lure Rays
Hillsborough County is working aggressively to lure the Tampa Bay Rays, as evidenced by its work with law firm that is assisting in the ballpark search. (more…)