Discussions of a new Tampa Bay Rays ballpark in Tampa’s Ybor City are moving along, according to team owner Stuart Sternberg. (more…)
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Petition Filed for Potential Safeco Field Funding Referendum
On Thursday, a lawyer filed a petition for a potential referendum on behalf of a group seeking to overturn $135 million in funds for future improvements to Safeco Field. (more…)
Could New A’s Ballpark Boost Attendance?
Down the road, the Oakland A’s hope that a proposed new ballpark will become a reality and be a factor in improving attendance numbers. (more…)
Billie Jean King Joins Dodgers Ownership Group
The Los Angeles Dodgers have announced the addition of tennis icon Billie Jean King to their ownership group. King is joining the club’s ownership ranks along with her longtime partner, Ilana Kloss. (more…)
Fiscal Impact Study Gives High Marks to SunTrust Park, The Battery
The Atlanta Braves‘ SunTrust Park and adjacent The Battery Atlanta are providing a strong annual economic impact for Cobb County, according to a new study. (more…)
Rangers Plan Intimate Globe Life Field Design
As they work with project officials, the Texas Rangers are planning for Globe Life Field to feature a more intimate design than its predecessor. (more…)
County Gives Final Approval to Safeco Field Funding
In a 5-4 vote Monday, the Metropolitan King County Council gave final approval to $135 million in funds for future improvements to Safeco Field, home of the Seattle Mariners. (more…)
MiLB Player Union Being Considered
Amidst the continuing debate over player wages, there are reportedly discussions taking place about whether a Minor League Baseball player union can be formed. (more…)
Quebec’s Main Parties Open to Partnering on New Montreal Ballpark
When it comes to funding a new Montreal ballpark, officials from Quebec‘s three main political parties are showing a willingness to be a financial partner. (more…)
Rays Ballpark Funding Plan Could Emerge By Year’s End
With a key deadline approaching, the Tampa Bay Rays want to see the financial framework for a proposed ballpark in Ybor City take shape by year’s end. (more…)
Cobb County Okays Settlement With Braves
On Tuesday, Cobb County commissioners granted approval to a settlement with the Atlanta Braves, resolving a dispute over millions in fees associated with SunTrust Park and The Battery development. (more…)
Business Support Builds for New Rays Ballpark
Plenty of work is needed to make it a reality, but a proposed new Tampa Bay Rays ballpark in Ybor City is drawing support from area businesses. (more…)
MLB Discussing Historic Dodgertown Lease
Major League Baseball may enter into a lease for Historic Dodgertown, the venerable Vero Beach, FL complex that was once spring training home of the Dodgers. (more…)