Ballpark Digest
The Business of Ballparks and Baseball in Major League Baseball, Minor League Baseball, Indy, Summer Collegiate and College
Over the years, Major League Baseball ballparks have evolved from hosting more than baseball by expanding into entertainment and welcoming major concerts. This year is no different, with several high-profile tours making stops across MLB’s slate of facilities. (more…)
In pitching their potential Tampa Bay-Montreal split season scenario, the Tampa Bay Rays have been steadily presenting their case through a series of community engagement efforts. (more…)
A regional sports network from the Chicago Cubs and Sinclair Broadcast Group is on the verge of its debut, as Marquee Sports Network will launch on Saturday. (more…)
U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) will introduce a resolution next week calling on MLB to anbandon its proposals to eliminate up to 42 MiLB teams, marking the latest sign of political opposition to potential contraction. (more…)
The Tampa Bay Rays are doing away with paper tickets in 2020, with admission for all home games at Tropicana Field to be distributed via the MLB Ballpark mobile app. (more…)
In reflecting on the 2019 season, on-field personnel in the independent Atlantic League collectively has mixed feelings on the effectiveness of automated ball-strike technology and the potential for its use in MLB. (more…)
Broadcasters Melanie Newman and Geoff Arnold are moving up to the majors, joining the Baltimore Orioles 2020 broadcast team. (more…)
One of the central areas of contention between MLB and MiLB in discussions of a new Professional Baseball Agreement has been facility upgrades—a topic that’s been confusing for all involved. (more…)
Now estimated to be over 90% complete, the upcoming Globe Life Field reached its latest construction milestone Tuesday, when the Texas Rangers hosted a super flush event. (more…)
With the ballpark’s first games about a month away, the Texas Rangers are gearing up to use synthetic turf at the upcoming Globe Life Field. (more…)
Los Angeles Angels owner Arte Moreno says a decision has not been made on renovating or replacing Angel Stadium, as the team continues to explore its long-term options. (more…)
Major League Baseball is raising salaries for Minor League Baseball players for the 2021 season and beyond at every level of ball, including Rookie and Short Season A teams. (more…)
The drama over future ownership of the New York Mets continues, with billionaire hedge fund manager Steve Cohen withdrawing his ownership bid–and Alex Rodriguez reportedly considering a purchase of the team from the Wilpon family. (more…)