Potential development in the area surrounding a new Wichita ballpark could grow, as a group has steadily acquired about two blocks near the upcoming facility. (more…)
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Madison Ballpark Construction Making Progress
Construction of a new Madison, AL ballpark is making progress, with about a year remaining until its scheduled opening for the Rocket City Trash Pandas (Class AA; Southern League). (more…)
Miller Park Sales Tax Set for 2020 Sunset
A five-county sales tax backing construction bonds for Miller Park, home of the Milwaukee Brewers, could sunset in 2020 after a vote this week by the board that oversees the ballpark. (more…)
2019 Jackie Robinson Celebration Game Announced
The annual Jackie Robinson Celebration Game will return to Historic Dodgertown on April 15, featuring a Florida State League contest between the St. Lucie Mets and Fort Myers Miracle. (more…)
Dunedin Blue Jays Setting up Shop at Jack Russell Stadium
Minor League Baseball will be returning to a familiar Florida ballpark this year. With Dunedin Stadium undergoing renovations, the Dunedin Blue Jays (High A; Florida State League) will play the bulk of their home schedule at Clearwater’s Jack Russell Memorial Stadium—the former spring training home of the Philadelphia Phillies. (more…)
Bill That Could Trigger Boise Ballpark Funding Referendum Advances
The Idaho House of Representatives has approved a bill that would require referendums on public projects using urban renewal money, potentially affecting a proposed Boise Hawks (Short Season A; Northwest League) ballpark. (more…)
Adelanto, Mavericks Ownership Reach $3.8 Million Settlement
The City of Adelanto, CA and the ownership of the bygone High Desert Mavericks (High A; California League) have reached a settlement over a disputed ballpark lease, with the city to pay $3.8 million to the team owners. (more…)
Housing a Major Component of A’s Ballpark Proposal
Under their plans for a new Howard Terminal ballpark and Oakland Coliseum redevelopment, the Oakland A’s are proposing 6,000 new housing units, potentially solving a need for the city. (more…)
Wichita Mayor: We Could’ve Disclosed Ballpark Development Deal Sooner
After its handling of a proposal to sell land surrounding a new Wichita ballpark received criticism, mayor Jeff Longwell says the city should have been more upfront about the plan. (more…)
MiLB’s O’Conner Concerned About Legalized Sports Betting
The emerging trend of legalized sports betting concerns Minor League Baseball president Pat O’Conner, who fears it could have an adverse effect on the game. (more…)
Arkansas to Debut Repurposed Shipping Container Seating
Beginning this weekend, University of Arkansas baseball will offer premium seating boxes that are made from repurposed shipping containers. (more…)
Fenway Park Theater Could Open in 2021
Under plans recently filed with a city agency, the Boston Red Sox could begin construction on a Fenway Park Theater this fall in anticipation of a 2021 opening. (more…)
Building Overlooking SRP Park Opens
North Augusta, SC’s Riverside Village development continues to take shape, as The Clubhouse–a building with apartments overlooking SRP Park-celebrated its grand opening Thursday. (more…)