A lawsuit has been filed against the Seattle Mariners and the owner of Safeco Field, with the complaint alleging that some ballpark features violate the Americans with Disabilities Act. (more…)
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Jeter Finally Wins in Miami: Grooms Sculpture Booted from Ballpark
The Miami Marlins may have led the National League in losses and barely drew 10,000 fans a game, but Derek Jeter can declare a win in his efforts to rid Marlins Park of the left-field Red Grooms sculpture, as it’s being moved outside the ballpark. (more…)
Angels Opt Out of Angel Stadium Lease
The Los Angeles Angels are opting out of their Angel Stadium lease, leaving questions about their long-term ballpark plans. (more…)
Oakland A’s Part Ways with Flagship Radio Station
The Oakland A’s are parting ways with flagship radio station 95.7 FM The Game, a decision that comes with the expiration of a multiyear contract. (more…)
Looking Ahead: 2019 MLB Ballpark Renovations
Yes, we know we’ve not even reached the end of the league championship series, but planning for the 2019 MLB season is already well underway. Here’s a first look at what teams have planned for their fans next season. (more…)
Chase Field Synthetic Turf on Tap for 2019
The Arizona Diamondbacks are embarking on one big change for the 2019 season: synthetic turf designed for baseball will replace the grass turf at Chase Field. (more…)
2018 Affiliate Dance Recap
The 2018 affiliation shuffle was one of the busiest in recent memory. Several Minor League Baseball teams entered into player development contracts (PDCs) with new Major League Baseball parent clubs, giving the affiliation landscape a different look going forward. (more…)
Battery Atlanta Lands in October Spotlight
As the Atlanta Braves play their first postseason series at SunTrust Park, the adjacent The Battery Atlanta finds itself in the spotlight. (more…)
MLB Per-Game Attendance Lowest Since 2003
Major League Baseball per-game attendance was below 30,000 for the first time since 2003, as bad weather to begin the 2018 season impacted crowds all year. (more…)
2018 MLB Postseason Ballparks: A Mix of Classic and New
Major League Baseball is now gearing up for the 2018 postseason. The action on the field will take place within several distinct venues, as this year’s mix of MLB postseason ballparks include some of the game’s classics and one venue making its October debut. (more…)
Purchase of Rowdies Not Expected to Affect Rays’ Facility Plans
Despite widespread speculation to the contrary, the Tampa Bay Rays‘ pending purchase of soccer’s Tampa Bay Rowdies (USL) and subsequent gain of an Al Lang Stadium lease is not expected to affect any regular-season or spring training facility plans. (more…)
Spokane Indians, Rangers Renew Affiliation
The Spokane Indians (Short Season A; Northwest League) and Texas Rangers have renewed their affiliation, with the two-year extension running through the 2020 season. (more…)
Blue Wahoos, Twins Announce Affiliation
The Pensacola Blue Wahoos (Class AA; Southern League) have entered into a new affiliation with the Minnesota Twins, announcing a two-season player development contract (PDC) through 2020. (more…)