In a significant development for ballpark technology, Comcast will install state-of-the-art Ethernet lines at SunTrust Park, the future home of the Atlanta Braves. (more…)
Author Archive | Zach Spedden
Cowboy Monkey Rodeo Drawing Backlash
Animal rights activists are calling on teams around Minor League Baseball to stop hosting “cowboy monkey rodeo,” a controversial promotion that continues to draw the ire of some groups. (more…)
Drama in the Desert
Drama is playing out in Phoenix, where the Arizona Diamondbacks and Maricopa County are butting heads over maintenance at Chase Field. (more…)
No Plans for Releasing San Antonio Study
After commissioning a study on a Triple-A ballpark in downtown San Antonio, the group Centro San Antonio says it has no plans to make the findings public. (more…)
$35 Million for Fayetteville Ballpark
Movement toward a ballpark in downtown Fayetteville continues, as the City of Fayetteville is now setting a $35 million budget for the project. (more…)
Boomers Make Offer to Tim Tebow
Former NFL quarterback Tim Tebow is reportedly changing sports, and he already has an offer from the Schaumburg Boomers (independent; Frontier League). (more…)
NBC World Series Bringing Out the Stars
This year’s National Baseball Congress (NBC) World Series has a slightly different feel, thanks to some of the star power that has turned out to Wichita. (more…)
Rays Launch Ballpark Website
If a newly-launched website is any indication, the Tampa Bay Rays are imagining in-depth feedback from fans in their search for a ballpark. (more…)
Upgraded Seating Desired at Suplizio Field
Upgraded seating options are desired at Suplizio Field for Grand Junction Rockies (Rookie; Pioneer League) games, but the cost of a project remains an obstacle. (more…)
The Re-Creation Game Returns
One of the more unique broadcasting events in the minors returns tonight, as Jesse Goldberg-Strassler will call his annual re-creation game. (more…)
Ballpark in Mexico City Could Spark Fan Interest
The Mexico City Red Devils (Mexican League) are hoping that a new ballpark will help increase fan interest. (more…)
Wild Things, Trinity Spat Over Tax Abatement
A disagreement over a tax abatement has prompted the Trinity Area School District to pass on renewing its contract at Consol Energy Park. (more…)
South Bend Cubs Approaching Attendance Record
The South Bend Cubs (Low A; Midwest League) are in the midst of another successful season, putting them on the verge of another attendance record. (more…)