We are in Year Three of the five-year Project 1060 makeover of Wrigley Field, the $750-million overhaul of the Friendly Confines. What can fans expect for the 2017 season? New seating options and new bullpen locations. (more…)
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World Series TV Ratings: Game 7 Through the Roof
Good news on the popularity front for Major League Baseball: Game 7 of the 2016 World Series was the most-watched baseball game since 1991, as 40 million people tuned in to see the Chicago Cubs break a curse and capture their first championship since 1908. (more…)
Game Five Ratings Top Sunday Night Football
Ratings from game five of the World Series delivered some good news for Major League Baseball, as the contest topped Sunday Night Football. (more…)
Visitors Clubhouse at Wrigley Field to be Upgraded
The Chicago Cubs are planning to upgrade the visitors clubhouse at Wrigley Field, addressing one of the ballpark’s most glaring issues. (more…)
Good Start for World Series Ratings
There is still more baseball to be played, but early signs point to a nice boost for World Series television ratings. (more…)
Cubs Incorporate Team History in Bleachers
For all of the focus on the modernization of Wrigley Field, there is a unique component to the renovations that pays tribute to the history of the Chicago Cubs. (more…)
Players Benefiting From Friendly Confines
Whether it is the charm of Wrigley Field itself or the surrounding area, Wrigleyville has always been a sought after destination for fans. However, the members of the Chicago Cubs find some benefits from the area themselves. (more…)
Cubs Announce Plaza Name; Bullpens to Move
With the postseason approaching, the Chicago Cubs are announcing and planning some changes to Wrigley Field. (more…)
Streetcar Could be Extended to Sloan Park
The extension of Tempe’s streetcar system to Sloan Park–spring training home of the Chicago Cubs–could be explored by local officials, according to mayor Mark Mitchell. (more…)
Hotel Zachary Coming to Wrigleyville
The area around Wrigley Field is rapidly changing, but that is not preventing the Chicago Cubs from incorporating some homages to the past. Earlier this week it was announced that the latest addition to Wrigleyville will be a hotel by Hickory Street Capital named Hotel Zachary, in honor of Wrigley Field architect Zachary Taylor Davis. (more…)
Myrtle Beach, Cubs Extend Player Development Contract
The Myrtle Beach Pelicans (High A; Carolina League) and the Chicago Cubs extended their player development contract (PDC) through the 2020 season. (more…)
1914 Club on Tap at Wrigley Field
In a significant development for the renovations at Wrigley Field, the Chicago Cubs are unveiling plans for the 1914 Club. (more…)
Demolition Starts for Addison & Clark
More work is continuing around Wrigley Field and Wrigleyville, as demolition is underway for a new development near the home of the Chicago Cubs. (more…)