Ballpark Digest
The Business of Ballparks and Baseball in Major League Baseball, Minor League Baseball, Indy, Summer Collegiate and College
How quickly things change. Four days ago, we were ready to jump on an airplane and attend spring-training games in Arizona; today we’re confronting a suspended season and the very real possibility we won’t see live baseball until Memorial Day. (more…)
We have personnel news to report from the High Point Rockers (independent; Atlantic League) and the Buffalo Bisons (Class AAA; International League). (more…)
We have personnel news to report from the Gary SouthShore RailCats (independent; American Association) and the Idaho Falls Chukars (Rookie; Pioneer League). (more…)
With new ownership at the helm, the Kansas City T-Bones (independent; American Association) are plotting a future they say will include ballpark upgrades and a refined fan experience. (more…)
In an apparent nod to the Houston Astros sign-stealing scandal, the St. Paul Saints (independent; American Association) will giveaway Astro the Grouch talking bobbleheads on July 31. (more…)
Lafayette, IN has issued a request for proposals (RFP) for teams interested in occupying its new ballpark, leaving questions about whether the Lafayette Aviators (summer collegiate; Prospect League) will ultimately use the facility. (more…)
In reflecting on the 2019 season, on-field personnel in the independent Atlantic League collectively has mixed feelings on the effectiveness of automated ball-strike technology and the potential for its use in MLB. (more…)
The Somerset Patriots (independent; Atlantic League) will extend protective netting at TD Bank Ballpark, as the team announces that it will complete the project prior to the 2020 season. (more…)
We have personnel news to report from the New Jersey Jackals (independent; Frontier League) and the Columbia Fireflies (Low A; Sally League). (more…)
A professional soccer club could join the High Point Rockers (independent; Atlantic League) at BB&T Point, as discussions are underway about placing a USL League One team at the facility. (more…)
Tim Bennett is in preliminary discussions with Foley, AL officials about building a new ballpark at an existing entertainment complex, with the potential facility planned as a home to an independent league team. (more…)
The Schaumburg Boomers (independent; Frontier League) and the Village of Schaumburg have worked out proposed revisions to their Boomers Stadium lease, and both sides say they’re happy with the terms. (more…)
The Washington Wild Things will host the 2020 Frontier League All-Star Game, as the club will welcome the independent circuit’s annual event in mid-July. The All Star week celebration begins July 13 with the game being played on July 15. (more…)