Ohio lawmakers have introduced a bill that would mandate extended netting standards at major and minor-league ballparks, representing a state-level attempt to put certain requirements into law. (more…)
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Charlotte Knights Extending BB&T Ballpark Netting
The Charlotte Knights (Class AAA; International League) have launched an extended netting project at BB&T Ballpark, with the work to be completed prior to the 2020 season. (more…)
Blue Rocks Extending Frawley Stadium Protective Netting
The Wilmington Blue Rocks (High A; Carolina League) have extended protective netting at Frawley Stadium, running it to the end of the seating areas down both foul lines. (more…)
IronPigs Extending Coca-Cola Park Protective Netting
The Lehigh Valley IronPigs (Class AAA; International League) will extend protective netting at Coca-Cola Park prior to the 2020 season, running it farther down both base lines. (more…)
Tulsa Drillers Extending ONEOK Field Protective Netting
The Tulsa Drillers (Class AA; Texas League) will extend protective netting at ONEOK Field prior to the 2020 season, running it farther down both foul lines. (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…)
Cooley Law School Stadium Extended Netting Explored
Protective netting could be extended at Cooley Law School Stadium, as discussions are taking place about running the netting to the end of the foul lines at the Lansing Lugnuts (Low A; Midwest League) home. (more…)
All MLB Ballparks Will Feature Extended Netting in 2020
MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred is now on record with news that all 30 MLB teams will feature extended netting of some sort in their home ballparks for the 2020 season, with several teams already announcing plans. (more…)
Foul Ball Injury Lawsuit Against Reds Dismissed
A lawsuit against the Cincinnati Reds and other parties over claimed injuries from a foul ball at Great American Ball Park has been dismissed, as plaintiffs voluntarily drop the case. (more…)
Target Field Extended Netting on Tap for 2020
We expect to see plenty of moves like this for the 2020 season: The Minnesota Twins will once again install extended netting at Target Field while adopting state-of-the-art materials. (more…)
City Officials Move Forward on Sioux Falls Stadium Extended Netting
City officials are moving forward with plans to install extended netting at Sioux Falls Stadium, as a bid will be put out for a project at the Sioux Falls Canaries (independent; American Association) home. (more…)
Aces Extending Greater Nevada Field Protective Netting
The Reno Aces (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) will extend protective netting to the foul poles at Greater Nevada Field, with the project to be completed prior to the 2020 season. (more…)
Phillies to Extend Citizens Bank Park Netting
The Philadelphia Phillies will extend protective netting at Citizens Bank Park before the 2020 season, becoming the latest MLB team to begin planning such a project. (more…)