Joplin, MO is slated to pay off debt from a 2015 Joe Becker Stadium renovation later this year, as the Joplin City Council has allowed a plan to move forward. (more…)
Tag Archives | Joplin Blasters
Joplin Blasters Settle Previous Lawsuit
The owners of the Joplin Blasters have settled a lawsuit with a concessionaire, though a case against the city still hangs in the balance. (more…)
Joplin Plots Next Steps
Now that its short and rocky relationship with the Joplin Blasters (independent; American Association) is ending, the City of Joplin must consider its options for Joe Becker Stadium. (more…)
Status of Joplin Blasters in Doubt for 2017
Facing both an unstable financial situation and a strained relationship with the city, the Joplin Blasters (independent; American Association) might not return next season. (more…)
The Week That Was: August 7, 2016
Ballpark Digest Awards, facilities issues in Joplin and Hartford, and some unusual game-day promotions. Here are the top 10 stories on Ballpark Digest for the week of July 31-Aug. 6, as measured by page views. (more…)
Tensions Unfolding in Joplin
Recently uncovered emails show signs of a strained relations between the Joplin Blasters (independent; American Association) and the city, with ballpark maintenance being one of the issues. (more…)
Joplin Blasters preparing for debut
The Joplin Blasters, the newest team in the independent American Association, are prepping for their first regular-season game scheduled for Thursday night at historic Joe Becker Stadium. (more…)