Kansas City-based Populous is expected to land the design contract for an $81-million renovation of Toronto Blue Jays spring-training facilities, including Dunedin Stadium and the Englebert Complex. (more…)
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Pirates, Black Bears Player Development Contract Extended
The Pittsburgh Pirates and the West Virginia Black Bears (Short Season A; NY-Penn League) extended their player-development contract (PDC) through the 2020 season. (more…)
Spectrum Field Upgrades Could Face Hurdle in County Funding
Obtaining hotel tax revenue for Spectrum Field upgrades could be an issue for the Philadelphia Phillies, as Pinellas County officials warn that the funds are not immediately available. (more…)
TinCaps, Padres Extend PDC Through 2020
The Fort Wayne TinCaps (Low A; Midwest League) and San Diego Padres have extended their player development contract (PDC) through the 2020 season. The two-year extension will stretch the affiliation between the organizations to 22 years, continuing what is already the longest-lasting Minor League Baseball affiliation in San Diego’s franchise history. (more…)
Tigers Could Pursue Comerica Park Renovation
If recent comments from team president Chris Ilitch are any indication, the Detroit Tigers could pursue a major Comerica Park renovation. (more…)
Tigers, Royals to Play in Omaha in 2019 College World Series Kickoff
The Detroit Tigers and Kansas City Royals will play a regular-season game at TD Ameritrade Park two days before the 2019 College World Series begins as part of a new GEICO Summer Series. (more…)
Astros Extend Jeff Luhnow’s Contract
Jeff Luhnow has received a contract extension and promotion from the Houston Astros through the 2023 season, the team has announced. Luhnow, who was appointed as General Manager in 2011, has been named President of Baseball Operations and General Manager. (more…)
Partial Power Outage at Wrigley Field Contributes to Postponement
After a partial power outage at Wrigley Field contributed to Monday’s postponement, the Chicago Cubs will work to address the issue for Tuesday’s doubleheader. (more…)
Vaughn Street Portland MLB Ballpark Site Off Market
One of the potential sites for a Portland MLB ballpark — the ESCO Corp. foundry location that formerly hosted the old Vaughn Street Park for MiLB’s Portland Beavers — is now off the market after being sold. (more…)
Select MLB Ballparks to Host College Football This Fall
This year, several college football games will take place at Major League Baseball ballparks. The mix includes a few bowl games, along with a historic rivalry at a historic venue and one ballpark’s first attempt at hosting football. (more…)
MLB Attendance Dip: Permanent or an Anomaly?
MLB attendance is down some 6.6 percent this season when compared to 2017, and while early-season numbers aren’t always a bellwether, the dip is causing some concern in MLB circles. (more…)
Clearwater Moving Forward With Spectrum Field Upgrades
The City of Clearwater is proceeding with proposed spring training facility upgrades for the Philadelphia Phillies, and will pursue additional funding sources. (more…)
Rays Exec: We’ll Know Within Six to Nine Months if Ybor City Ballpark is Viable
The Tampa Bay Rays will know within six to nine months if a proposed Ybor City ballpark is a viable option, according to comments from a team official. (more…)