Upgrades to Boomers Stadium could amount to an almost $13 million investment, according to a recent report on the home of the Schaumburg Boomers (independent; Frontier League). (more…)
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Chicago Dogs Plan for Debut Season
For the Chicago Dogs (independent; American Association), a debut 2018 season is drawing closer, and the club is making plans to build awareness in the meantime. (more…)
Bridgeport Bluefish Planning Their Future
Though a proposal to convert their home ballpark to an amphitheater has not been finalized, the Bridgeport Bluefish (independent; Atlantic League) will not wait to make a decision on their future. (more…)
Jackson County Frontier League Ballpark Revival Falls Short
An attempt to revive a Jackson County Frontier League ballpark proposal apparently has come up short, as a potential naming-rights sponsor drops out and the Michigan fairgrounds board decides to go with a convention center instead. (more…)
Sound Tigers Oppose Bridgeport Ballpark Conversion to Amphitheater
The Bridgeport Sound Tigers (AHL), which manages Webster Bank Arena, say converting The Ballpark at Harbor Yard to an amphitheater would violate the terms of the team’s arena lease, which contains a noncompete clause prohibiting any city activity impacting event revenues. (more…)
Bluefish Out of Ballpark at Harbor Yard
The Ballpark at Harbor Yard, home of the Bridgeport Bluefish (independent; Atlantic League), is slated to be redeveloped as a amphitheater under a proposal from developer Howard Saffan and concert promoter Live Nation. (more…)
Joliet Slammers Look for Lease Extension
Discussions continue on a lease extension for the Joliet Slammers (independent; Frontier League), who are looking to reach a new agreement. (more…)
Announcing the 2017 Ballpark Digest Awards
Yes, it’s that time of year again. Arising from the dog days of summer is the launch of nominations for the annual Ballpark Digest Awards for the 2017 season. And we want to hear from you. (more…)
High Point Ballpark Plan Pitched at Meeting
Discussion of a new High Point ballpark and surrounding development took place on Monday, as a public hearing included details on the proposal. (more…)
Lava Joins San Rafael Pacifics Ownership Group
The San Rafael Pacifics (independent; Pacific Association) have expanded their ownership group, as attorney Leslie Lava is joining their ranks. She is now an owner as well as the club’s general counsel. (more…)
New for 2018: Chicago Dogs
The independent American Association team launching play in 2018 at a new Rosemont (IL) ballpark will certainly have an unusual name with strong local ties: the Chicago Dogs. (more…)
Southwest League Debut Pushed Back to 2019
Citing the need to continue planning teams and ballparks, the Southwest League is pushing its debut back to 2019. The independent circuit was previously scheduled to begin play in 2018. (more…)
Wichita Approves Ballpark Spending — But Downplays MiLB
The Wichita City Council approved $12.5 million in spending for either Lawrence-Dumont Stadium renovations or a new facility, but this time the emphasis was creating a multiuser facility for baseball, soccer and concerts — with little talk about Minor League Baseball. (more…)