The Las Vegas 51s (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) recently took another step toward opening a new facility, as ground was broken for the upcoming Las Vegas Ballpark. (more…)
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Las Vegas Ballpark to Break Ground February 23
A milestone is approaching in the construction of Las Vegas Ballpark, as the Las Vegas 51s (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) have announced a February 23 groundbreaking ceremony. (more…)
Soccer Arrives at First Tennessee Park, Cashman Field
Over the weekend, Cashman Field and First Tennessee Park both saw their new USL tenant host a large crowd for a preseason contest against an MLS club. (more…)
Could New 51s Ballpark Keep MLB Out of Las Vegas?
Probably not, but that’s not stopping Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn Goodman from raising the issue of a new $150-million Summerlin ballpark for the Las Vegas 51s (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) deterring future MLB expansion. (more…)
Las Vegas Ballpark Plan Moves Forward
The effort to build a new ballpark for the Las Vegas 51s (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) moved forward on Wednesday, when Clark County signed off on the plan. (more…)
Naming Rights for Las Vegas Ballpark Approved
The Las Vegas 51s (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) took a major step toward a new ballpark on Tuesday, when the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority approved a 20-year, $80 million naming-rights agreement. (more…)
New York Mets To Buy Syracuse Chiefs
Apparently the allure of Las Vegas has run out for the New York Mets, who are purchasing the Syracuse Chiefs (Class AAA; International League) and will make the team its top affiliate after the current Washington Nationals affiliation ends before the 2019 season. (more…)
Naming Rights on Tap for New Las Vegas Ballpark
In another sign that progress is being made on a Summerlin Las Vegas 51s (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) facility, an $80-milion, 20-year naming rights deal for a new Las Vegas ballpark could be approved by the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority this week. (more…)
51s Still Optimistic on Ballpark Search
While they are still engaged in a long process, the Las Vegas 51s (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) are expressing optimism that they can secure a new ballpark. (more…)
51s Ballpark in Summerlin Under Discussion
Talks for a new Las Vegas 51s (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) ballpark are progressing, with the effort focused on tying the venue to an NHL training facility in Summerlin. (more…)
Summerlin Could Offer Solution for 51s
In the midst of their effort to replace Cashman Field, the Las Vegas 51s (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) could find a solution in Summerlin. (more…)
51s, Mets Renew Player Development Contract
It looks like there will be no changes in Triple-A affiliations for the 2017-2018 cycle, as the Las Vegas 51s (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) and New York Mets have renewed their player development contract (PDC) through 2018. (more…)
Cost Concerns Stall 51’s Ballpark Plan
Discussions on a new ballpark in Summerlin for the Las Vegas 51s (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) have stalled, with Clark County officials citing the cost as an obstacle. (more…)