It’s a big day on the baseball front, but don’t let this get lost in the shuffle: Tonight MLB Network’s The Sounds of Baseball airs a documentary on the legendary Harry Caray, highlighting one of the most unique broadcasters in the game. (more…)
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Cards-Cubs series postponed due to positive COVID-19 tests
The St. Louis Cardinals can’t quite shake the COVID-19 virus, as three positive tests from two players and a staffer causes a postponement of tonight’s game at Busch Stadium against the Chicago Cubs as well as Saturday’s and Sunday’s games. (more…)
In memoriam: Jim Frey
Former Chicago Cubs GM and Somerset Patriots vice chairman Jim Frey passed away peacefully in his home on Sunday, April 12 at the age of 88. (more…)
MLB scraps 2020 London Series
The 2020 London Series featuring the St. Louis Cardinals and Chicago Cubs is now officially canceled, as the coronavirus pandemic continues to impact the current season. (more…)
Future of MLB Game Broadcasts Still Being Developed
The future of MLB game broadcasts is still being developed, as teams explore a variety of strategies to reach listeners and viewers while also monetizing a valuable asset. (more…)
Coronavirus Risk Raises Questions About MLB London Series
The status of a potential coronavirus outbreak is raising questions about a pair of Major League Baseball games slated for London in June, as teams brace for possible scheduling and travel changes. (more…)
Marquee Sports Network to Launch Saturday
A regional sports network from the Chicago Cubs and Sinclair Broadcast Group is on the verge of its debut, as Marquee Sports Network will launch on Saturday. (more…)
Attorney: Toddler Struck by Foul Ball in Houston Has Permanent Brain Injuries
A young girl who was struck by a foul ball at Houston’s Minute Maid Park last season continues treatment for permanent brain injuries, according to an attorney representing her family. (more…)
Best of 2019, #10: Cubs Wrap Up Wrigley Field Renovations
We end 2019 with a countdown of the 10 biggest stories of the year on Ballpark Digest, as chosen by editors and partially based on page views. Today, #10: the Chicago Cubs unveil the latest upgrades to Wrigley Field in 2019. (more…)
Cubs Consider Extending Wrigley Field Netting
The Chicago Cubs are exploring the idea of extending Wrigley Field’s protective netting, but caution that a final decision has not been made. (more…)
Potential Wrigley Field Sports Book on Tap?
Could we see betting windows at the Friendly Confines? It’s all talk now, but there are reports the Chicago Cubs are considering a Wrigley Field sports book, as the state of Illinois moves forward with legalized sports betting. (more…)
MLB Players: We Want Extended Netting
An incident in which a young girl was injured by a foul ball at Houston’s Minute Maid Park is prompting conversation about netting at ballparks, with many players calling for further protection for fans. (more…)
Foul-Ball Injury Likely to Revive Issue of Ballpark Netting Rules
After a young girl was injured by a foul ball off the bat of Cubs center fielder Albert Almora Jr. during a game at Minute Maid Park, we’re likely to see further debate about the proper locations for extended netting. (more…)