Former major league manager and player Bobby Valentine is reportedly being considered as president-elect Donald Trump‘s Ambassador to Japan, though Valentine is downplaying the talk. (more…)
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A’s, Kaval Launch Office Hours
As a way to encourage feedback, the Oakland A’s and team president Dave Kaval have launched office hours, a weekly forum for fans. (more…)
Manfred Discusses Rays Ballpark Search
During a conference on Monday, Major League Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred discussed the Tampa Bay Rays ongoing search for a new ballpark. (more…)
Hunter Roberts Construction Lands Yankee Stadium Upgrades
Hunter Roberts Construction has been awarded the contract for the forthcoming upgrades at Yankee Stadium. Before the New York Yankees begin the 2017 season, Yankee Stadium will receive several new amenities that will result in an overhaul of the fan experience. (more…)
Kaval: A’s to Focus on Coliseum Experience
Though a new ballpark is a top priority for the team, Oakland A’s president Dave Kaval says he wants to improve the fan experience at the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. (more…)
Braves Starting to Occupy SunTrust Park
In recent weeks, the Atlanta Braves have been moving items to SunTrust Park, showing signs of the ballpark’s opening. (more…)
Bill Smith to Leave Minnesota Twins
Longtime Minnesota Twins executive Bill Smith, currently the special assistant to the president and general manager, is leaving his post with the organization. (more…)
Astros Add Torchy’s Tacos, Shake Shack to New Centerfield Area
In conjunction with Aramark, the Houston Astros have announced that Torchy’s Tacos and Shake Shack will be added to Minute Maid Park. Both will be included in the new centerfield area at the ballpark, which is being added this offseason. (more…)
Focus Increases on A’s Ballpark Search
In the aftermath of a new collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the Oakland A’s could be left with no choice but to increase their push for a new ballpark. (more…)
Ballpark Village Phase II Moves Forward
The St. Louis Cardinals‘ proposed expansion of Ballpark Village is moving forward, as it has been approved by an aldermanic committee. (more…)
MLB, Players Union Agree on New CBA
Well, that was fast, and without the drama forecast by many in the chattering classes: MLB and the players’ union agreed on a new five-year collective bargaining agreement that keeps the labor peace while divvying goodies for both sides in a series of negotiations that went fairly smoothly, by all accounts. (more…)
James Taylor Announces Ballpark Tour
The 2017 summer ballpark concert slate is already taking shape, as James Taylor has announced stops at four Major League Baseball venues. (more…)
Exterior Electronic Signs Requested for Nationals Park
The Washington Nationals are requesting permission to install electronic billboards outside Nationals Park, a call that is receiving criticism in some circles. (more…)