On Thursday, the Clearwater City Council approved a plan to move $6 million from a proposed bridge project to help cover Philadelphia Phillies‘ spring-training facility upgrades. (more…)
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Will Globe Life Field Feature Synthetic Surface?
Although the team has not made a final decision, a number of factors could lead to the Texas Rangers installing a synthetic surface at Globe Life Field. (more…)
Portland Diamond Project Charter Investors Unveiled
Charter investors for Portland Diamond Project–the group working to bring MLB to Portland–have been unveiled, with names from the sports and business worlds in the mix. (more…)
Local Fare Added to Marlins Park Menu
Continuing the trend of a changing fan experience at the ballpark, the Miami Marlins have unveiled new local fare for concessions throughout Marlins Park. This comes after the team announced several ballpark upgrades for 2019, including new social spaces and a revamped club area. (more…)
Angel Stadium Lease Extension Approved
The Anaheim City Council approved an Angel Stadium lease extension with the Los Angeles Angels through 2020, giving the parties more time to discuss the team and ballpark’s future. (more…)
John Loar Leading Nashville MLB Effort
Businessman John Loar is leading an effort to bring Major League Baseball to Nashville, a city that could factor into future expansion discussions. (more…)
Fenway Park Awaits Red Bull Crashed Ice
An ice cross downhill competition is coming to Fenway Park, as the Boston Red Sox will welcome the Red Bull Crashed Ice event next month. (more…)
Legislation Could Jeopardize Potential Portland Ballpark Funding Source
Efforts are underway to repeal a law that permits up to $150 million in bonding for a new Portland ballpark, potentially jeopardizing a funding source for the latest proposal. (more…)
County Keeping Rays Ybor City Plan in Play
Even though the team has walked away from discussions, Hillsborough County is working for now to keep the door open for a new Tampa Bay Rays ballpark. (more…)
Billy Joel to Play First Camden Yards Concert
This summer will yield a notable first at Oriole Park at Camden Yards, where Billy Joel will play the ballpark’s first-ever concert on July 26. (more…)
Angels Look to Extend Angel Stadium Lease Through 2020
With the Los Angeles Angels and the city of Anaheim set to agree on a one-year extension of the Angel Stadium lease, both sides say it gives them breathing room to decide on the future of the ballpark and the team. (more…)
St. Louis’s Ballpark Village Expansion Takes Shape
Anticipation is building for the expansion of St. Louis’s Ballpark Village, with some amenities opening this year and apartments being met with demand. (more…)
New for 2019: Oracle Park
There has been a major shift in the ballpark naming rights landscape, as the San Francisco Giants‘ AT&T Park will be renamed Oracle Park. An official announcement is expected on Thursday. (more…)