Progressive Field will feature a revamped Club Lounge this season, as the Cleveland Indians are upgrading the space as part of a $6 million project. (more…)
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Downtown Kannapolis Ballpark Project Takes Shape
With construction of a new Kannapolis Intimidators (Low A; Sally League) ballpark underway, officials in the North Carolina city see emerging signs of a broader downtown redevelopment initiative. (more…)
CoolToday Park Construction Winding Down
The Atlanta Braves upcoming spring training home in North Port, FL is coming together, as officials reported this week that CoolToday Park construction is nearly complete. (more…)
Officials Ponder Future of Pfitzner Stadium
With the Potomac Nationals (High A; Carolina League) set to move after the 2019 season, Prince William County, VA could pursue new uses for the Northwest Federal Field at Pfitzner Stadium site. (more…)
Pitch Clock Pushed to 2022 as Part of New MLB Proposal
Major League Baseball would not implement a pitch clock until at least 2022, but could enact other changes sooner, as part of a new proposal to the players union. (more…)
Gary Sheffield-Led Group Pitches Plant City Stadium Redevelopment
A group led by nine-time All-Star Gary Sheffield is making a pitch for Plant City Stadium, proposing that the former spring-training facility anchor a surrounding sports village. (more…)
MLB Pushes to Ban Spring Training Betting
Major League Baseball has requested that states ban betting on spring training games, receiving varying reaction to its concerns–including a rejection from Nevada. (more…)
No Urgency Behind D-Backs Ballpark Search
With more immediate priorities surrounding Chase Field maintenance, the Arizona Diamondbacks indicate there is no urgency behind discussions of a new or renovated ballpark. (more…)
Milwaukee Milkmen Add New Routine Field Sponsors
A trio of regional companies have struck sponsorship agreements for distinct areas of Routine Field, the upcoming home of the Milwaukee Milkmen (independent; American Association). (more…)
New Waukesha Ballpark Plan Scrapped
Discussions over a proposed new Waukesha, WI ballpark for a summer-collegiate Northwoods League team have been scrapped, a decision prompted by push back over financing. (more…)
A’s Adjust Howard Terminal Ballpark Design
The Oakland A’s have adjusted the renderings for a proposed Howard Terminal ballpark, unveiling a revised concept that favors a more circular design. (more…)
Long Beach Pitches New Angels Ballpark
Long Beach officials have reached out to the Los Angeles Angels about a potential new ballpark there, floating a downtown waterfront lot as an option. (more…)
Kentucky Proud Park Debuts Tuesday
Tuesday afternoon brings a College baseball facility debut, as University of Kentucky will play its first regular-season game at the new Kentucky Proud Park. (more…)