We have some fresh eye candy for you today: updated renderings of a proposed new Oakland Athletics ballpark from the team and architecture firm Bjarke Ingels Group. (more…)
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Nashville MLB Meeting Postponed
A planned meeting between Nashville MLB backers and Major League Baseball was postponed, with the Nashville group citing the league’s stance on potential expansion as a factor. (more…)
Anaheim Unfazed by Possible Long Beach Overtures for Angels
Although they have yet to begin formal negotiations with the Los Angeles Angels, Anaheim officials seem unfazed by exploration of a new ballpark for the team in Long Beach. (more…)
Seattle Mariners Pay $4.6M to T-Mobile Park Owner
The Seattle Mariners have shared $4.6 million in profits with the agency that owns T-Mobile Park, with the funds to go toward improvements in and around the ballpark. (more…)
$40M Bond Issue Could Include Progressive Field Repair Funds
Cuyahoga County officials are proposing roughly $40 million in bonds to cover repairs at two major sports facilities, including the Cleveland Indians‘ Progressive Field. (more…)
Angels Long Beach Ballpark Project Could Top $1 Billion
A potential new ballpark project for the Los Angeles Angels in Long Beach could top $1.1 billion, according to city documents uncovered in local news reports. (more…)
MLB Taps BrightView Sports Turf as Official Field Consultant
In a newly announced agreement, Major League Baseball has named BrightView’s Sports Turf Division as its Official Field Consultant. (more…)
A’s Tentative Howard Terminal Agreement Approved
The Oakland A’s proposal for a new Howard Terminal ballpark took a step forward Monday, as a tentative term sheet was approved by Port of Oakland officials. (more…)
A’s Set for Crucial Howard Terminal Vote
Port of Oakland officials will make a crucial decision relating to the Oakland A’s proposed Howard Terminal ballpark on Monday, when they vote on a tentative agreement with the team. (more…)
MLB, MLBPA, MiLB Donate $50,000 to Team Rubicon
A joint $50,000 donation to Team Rubicon has been made by Major League Baseball, Minor League Baseball, and the Major League Baseball Players Association, supporting Winter Storm Ulmer disaster relief efforts following devastating flooding this spring in Nebraska and Iowa. (more…)
Rain Lands in Minute Maid Park During Astros Game
Torrential rainstorms hit Minute Maid Park on Thursday, with rain falling inside the retractable-roof ballpark as the Houston Astros hosted the Texas Rangers. (more…)
Enhancing the Ballpark Experience With Selfie Spots
The best marketing for a professional baseball team comes from fans, proclaiming their love of the sport. And how does this savvy marketing come these days? From selfie spots, where fans on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter share photos of unique ballpark features. (more…)
In Memoriam: David Montgomery
Philadelphia Phillies chairman David Montgomery, whose impact on the organization spanned decades, passed away Wednesday morning after a five-year battle against cancer. He was 72 years old. (more…)