With the team now reaching the $600-million mark in spending on a new Vegas A’s ballpark, the most unexpected issues in the development have not been posed by the Athletics, but by development partner Bally’s. (more…)
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Kansas City Council approves new Crown Center ballpark for Royals
As expected, the full Kansas City Council approved the framework for a new Crown Center ballpark for the Kansas City Royals, moving the project another step closer to a 2030 opening. (more…)
Deal reached with city, county on new Rays ballpark funding
We have a tentative deal on a new Rays ballpark funding plan, as Hillsborough County and Tampa elected bodies are expected to vote this week on public support for the $2.3 billion project. (more…)
KC committee commits $600M to Crown Center Royals ballpark
Progress on a new Crown Center Royals ballpark continues, as the Kansas City Council’s Finance Committee approved a development and financing framework that includes $600 million in city funding. (more…)
Now available: The Complete Guide to Spring Training 2027 / Arizona!
Now available for preorder: The Complete Guide to Spring Training 2027 / Arizona, as we open the paperback up to preorders and make the eBook versions available free of charge to book buyers. (more…)
Now available: The Complete Guide to Spring Training 2027 / Florida!
Now available for preorder: The Complete Guide to Spring Training 2027 / Florida, as we open the paperback up to preorders and make the eBook versions available free of charge to book buyers. (more…)
Next for August in August: Ballpark facade giveaways
As part of our monthlong August in August promotion, we have a special giveaway of two ballpark models sure to pique your interest: the original Yankee Stadium and Fenway Park. (more…)
Preorder A Baseball Memoir and receive free shipping!
We have a special treat for fans of Andy Strasberg: his newest title, A Baseball Memoir…from the last fan to work in Major League Baseball, is now available for preorder exclusively through August Publications to kick off our annual August in August promotion. (more…)
New Tampa ballpark renderings unveiled
Featuring a translucent roof, plenty of club and group spaces and an updated cownose rays tank, new Tampa ballpark renderings were released by the MLB Rays during last night’s game. (more…)
Dramatic Crown Center redevelopment could accompany new Kansas City Royals ballpark
A new Kansas City Royals ballpark could be part of a dramatic redevelopment of the city’s historic Crown Center neighborhood, according to plans filed by an engineering firm. (more…)
Catch Eric Vickrey in Cooperstown this Thursday
If you’re planning a visit to the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum in Cooperstown this week, we’d recommend scheduling your visit for Thursday, June 18, when our Eric Vickrey kicks off the annual Hall of Fame Author Series to discuss Before They Wore Dodger Blue. (more…)
Brewers begin work on Truss Club for 2027
The makeover of American Family Field continues, as the Milwaukee Brewers begin construction of a new indoor-outdoor space, The Truss Club, for high-end season-ticket holders. (more…)
New Rays ballpark clears initial funding hurdles
The proposed new Rays ballpark cleared two important hurdles this week after Hillborough County and Tampa approved initial funding plans, but there is plenty of work to tackle in preparation of a final deal. (more…)