Vin Scully‘s storied tenure with the Los Angeles Dodgers is winding down, and all of Major League Baseball is showing its appreciation. (more…)
Author Archive | Zach Spedden
Miners Settling in at Skylands Stadium
Having found success at Skylands Stadium, the Sussex County Miners (independent; Can-Am League) will be at the ballpark for at least three more seasons. (more…)
Gwinnett Braves Trying to Boost Attendance
Low attendance continues to be a concern for the Gwinnett Braves (Class AAA; International League), and the team is looking for solutions. (more…)
Yankees Trying to Refinance Ballpark Debt
Seven years after moving into new Yankee Stadium, the New York Yankees are seeking to refinance their share of the ballpark’s debt. (more…)
New San Jose Ballpark to be Pitched
Talks are beginning for a new San Jose Giants (High A; California League) ballpark, as a proposal will be presented this week. (more…)
Sam Lynn Ballpark’s Future Discussed
As the Bakersfield Blaze (High A; California League) prepare to move on, local officials are left to plot the future of Sam Lynn Ballpark. (more…)
Attendance Milestones in Albuquerque, Fresno, Memphis
This past weekend marked the home finales for many Minor League Baseball squads, prompting some last minute attendance boosts. Three Pacific Coast League teams stood out, as the Albuquerque Isotopes, Fresno Grizzlies, and Memphis Redbirds all reached attendance milestones. (more…)
Spikes Game Delayed by Sheep
Of every delay imaginable, perhaps the least likely to be foreseen is one caused by a stray sheep. The State College Spikes (Short Season A; NY-Penn League), however, experienced that firsthand on Thursday, when a wandering sheep delayed their contest against the visiting Batavia Muckdogs. (more…)
Audit Shows Rising Costs in Hartford
An audit on Dunkin’ Donuts Park has been revealed, showing unsurprising results in regards to increasing costs. (more…)
Should Wichita Pursue Texas League Team?
Discussions continue about a potential franchise shift in the Texas League, and some are making the case that Wichita should enter the mix. (more…)
Jackson Ballpark Backers Seek Extension
A team could be Jackson County, MI by 2018, but another extension is needed to complete the deal, according to the project’s backers. (more…)
Are the A’s Interested in Howard Terminal?
On Thursday, the Oakland A’s toured the Howard Terminal site for a pitch on a new ballpark. After the tour, questions remain as to whether the team is actually interested in that location. (more…)
Plans for South Bend Development Advance
Plans are moving forward for development surrounding Four Winds Field, as key partners are joining the initiative. (more…)