The committee charged with finding a new site for a Boston Red Sox spring-training site in suburban Lee County has trimmed down the list to nine potential locations.The committee charged with finding a new site for a Boston Red Sox spring-training site in suburban Lee County has trimmed down the list to nine potential locations. […]
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Nationals lower some ticket prices, keep most the same price
Anticipating a hard 2009, the Washington Nationals dropped prices on some Nationals Park seats and kep the rest at the same levels. Another sign MLB anticipates a rough 2009: The Washington Nationals today individual ticket prices for the 2009 season, dropping the price The Nationals decreased season ticket prices for 7,500 seats at the ballpark, […]
HuntMoss could benefit by no-bid Marlins ballpark work
The latest tempest in a teapot surrounding construction of a new Florida Marlins ballpark: Whether construction firm HuntMoss should receive a no-bid contract for site prep.The latest tempest in a teapot surrounding construction of a new Florida Marlins ballpark: Whether construction firm HuntMoss should receive a no-bid contract for site prep. HuntMoss has already been […]
A new Dodgertown in the desert?
Frank McCourt wants to build a new hotel and conference center next to the team’s new Glendale ballpark, reminiscent of Vero Beach’s Dodgertown setup.Frank McCourt wants to build a new hotel and conference center next to the team’s new Glendale ballpark, reminiscent of Vero Beach’s Dodgertown setup. The complex would house Dodgers players in spring […]
Orioles, Lee County close to deal?
The Baltimore Orioles and Lee County continue discussions about a move by the Birds to City of Palms Park for Spring Training 2012.The Baltimore Orioles and Lee County continue discussions about a move by the Birds to City of Palms Park for Spring Training 2012, with Lee County officials continuing to be optimistic about adding […]
Marlins ballpark votes delayed
Final votes on a new ballpark for the Florida Marlins have been delayed once again, this time to February.Final votes on a new ballpark for the Florida Marlins have been delayed once again, this time to February. Both the city and Miam-Dade County must pass several votes on a lease and other agreements surrounding the […]
San Jose willing to host A’s if Fremont deal falls through
San Jose officials say their offer of a 45,000-seat ballpark for the Oakland A’s is still on the table — but they’ve had no talks with team management. San Jose officials say their offer of a 45,000-seat ballpark for the Oakland A’s is still on the table — but they’ve had no talks with team […]
Twins add US Bank as major sponsor, reach halfway point in ballpark financing
Target Field, the new home of the Minnesota Twins, will sport sponsorship from U.S. Bank in major deal; meanwhile, the facility has reached the halfway point in financing.Target Field, the new home of the Minnesota Twins, is now at the halfway point when it comes to the ledger, with $263 million spent through December on […]
Yankees, Mets receive more bonding to complete ballparks
Despite some heated testimony during mandatory hearings, the New York City the Industrial Development Agency approved more than $452 million in new bonding for the Mets and Yankees.Despite some heated testimony during mandatory hearings, the New York City the Industrial Development Agency approved more than $452 million in new bonding for the Mets and Yankees. […]
Fireworks fly in Yankee Stadium hearing
Allegations of grandstanding and mismanaged city investments dominate a second day of hearings regarding the New York Yankees’ request for additional bond proceeds to finish Yankee Stadium.Allegations of grandstanding and mismanaged city investments dominate a second day of hearings regarding the New York Yankees’ request for additional bond proceeds to finish Yankee Stadium. The issue: […]
Populous recommended to design new Red Sox spring facility
A committee made up of Lee County and Boston Red Sox officials are recommending Populous design the new Boston Red Sox spring-training facility. (more…)
Winter Haven sues Tribe over unpaid spring-training bills
The City of Winter Haven is suing the Cleveland Indians over unpaid bills relating to spring training at Chain of Lakes Park.The City of Winter Haven is suing the Cleveland Indians over unpaid bills relating to spring training at Chain of Lakes Park. The city says the Tribe owes $107,454 in parking, concession, ticket and […]
Cards withdraw offer to buy Redbirds
Citing the poor economy, the St. Louis Cardinals have withdrawn their offer to buy their Triple-A affiliate, the Memphis Redbirds.Citing the poor economy, the St. Louis Cardinals have withdrawn their offer to buy their Triple-A affiliate, the Memphis Redbirds (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League). The Cards and the Redbirds’ nonprofit parent had agreed on a […]