The Los Angeles Angels are not willing to restore the Anaheim Angels name in ballpark discussions with the city, and Anaheim’s mayor is not opposed to that stance. (more…)
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SunTrust Park Netting to be Extended
Protective netting at SunTrust Park will be extended, as the Atlanta Braves announced plans on Monday to extend netting from foul pole to foul pole. (more…)
Field of Dreams Game Planning Underway
Work is underway for 2020’s Field of Dreams MLB regular-season game, with plans taking shape for a temporary ballpark that will be constructed in the Dyersville, IA cornfield. (more…)
Reds Plan Marty Brennaman Farewell Tributes
With his retirement approaching, the Cincinnati Reds are revealing plans to recognize the final weeks of Marty Brennaman’s 46-year career as their play-by-play broadcaster. (more…)
Rangers Release Updated Globe Life Field Renderings
We have some new eye candy from the Texas Rangers, as the team has released updated Globe Life Field renderings in anticipation of the new ballpark’s opening for the 2020 MLB regular season. (more…)
Fenway Theater Lands Key Approval
Construction on the planned Fenway Theater could begin this fall, as Fenway Sports Group landed a crucial approval from a Boston city planning agency Thursday. (more…)
IL President Mobley Believes in Syracuse Mets Future
International League president Randy Mobley sounds confident in the future of the Syracuse Mets, as recent developments are leaving reason for optimism. (more…)
Marlins to Experiment With Earlier Start Times in 2020
As part of an effort to boost attendance next season, the Miami Marlins will experiment with earlier start times for select games during school season. (more…)
Anaheim Seeks Angels Lease Proposal by October
Anaheim officials are hoping to see a long-term lease proposal from the Los Angeles Angels by October, a timeline that the organization is confident it can reach. (more…)
Last Call for 2019 Ballpark Digest Award Nominations
Today is the last day to submit for nominations for the annual Ballpark Digest Awards, covering the 2019 season. And we want to hear from you! (more…)
Mapping the Future of Rogers Centre
Last week we alluded to Toronto city officials debating the future of Rogers Centre. This week, it sounds like there’s been plenty of preliminary talk between team ownership, Rogers and developers about that future—with some big plans potentially in consideration. (more…)
Today’s BPD Broadcaster Chat: Jesse and Mick Discuss MiLB Tech, Field of Dreams, and More!
Join Jesse Goldberg-Strassler and Mick Gillispie on their weekly Broadcaster Chat podcast, as they discuss the language of baseball, broadcasting and broadcasters, and the big stories of the week on Ballpark Digest. (more…)
Oakland, Alameda Sparring Over Potential Coliseum Land Sale
Alameda County‘s potential sale of Coliseum land to the Oakland A’s continues to draw opposition from Oakland officials, who could take legal action against the county. (more…)