Seattle Seahawks QB and former Colorado Rockies farmhand Russell Wilson is investing in the Portland Diamond Project, along with his wife, the singer and entertainer Ciara. (more…)
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Terminal Two Enters Portland MLB Ballpark Site Mix
A third site is emerging as an option for a proposed Portland Major League Baseball ballpark, as the Port of Portland’s Terminal Two has entered the mix. (more…)
Reno, Diamondbacks Extend Affiliation Through 2020
The Arizona Diamondbacks and Reno Aces (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) extended their player-development contract (PDC) through the 2020 season. (more…)
Bowers, Marlins Look to Improve Marlins Park Experience
Changes could be in the offing for Marlins Park, as Miami Marlins president of business operations Chip Bowers is looking to improve the fan experience. (more…)
Northwestern and Wisconsin to Meet at Wrigley Field in 2020
More information is emerging on a 2020 college football game at Wrigley Field, as Northwestern will reportedly host Wisconsin at the home of the Chicago Cubs. (more…)
Rays Ybor City Ballpark Could Reach Large Population Base
Data shows that a Tampa Bay Rays ballpark in Ybor City would reach the heart of the region’s population, making it accessible to a large number of residents. (more…)
MLB Best of the Ballparks 2018 Vote: PNC Park vs. AT&T Park
We’re down to the finals in the MLB Best of the Ballparks 2018 vote, as PNC Park, home of the Pittsburgh Pirates, takes on AT&T Park, home of the San Francisco Giants. So you know what to do: vote! (more…)
MLB Best of the Ballparks 2018 Vote: Final Four Time
We’re down to the Final Four in the MLB Best of the Ballparks 2018 vote, with the top four seeds facing off in this round. So you know what to do: vote! (more…)
King County Official Balks at Safeco Field Proposal
A proposal from King County would allocate about $180 million to future Safeco Field maintenance, but at least one county councilmember believes that the money should be directed elsewhere. (more…)
Cleveland Indians Seek $8M for Progressive Field Upgrades
The Cleveland Indians are asking Cuyahoga County to approve $8 million for Progressive Field upgrades. If approved, the funds would cover improvements to administrative offices, the box office, and club level. (more…)
Mariners Sign 25-Year Lease Extension for Safeco Field, Through 2049
Not that there was any talk of a move, but the Seattle Mariners signed a 25-year lease extension to their Safeco Field lease, tying the team to the Puget Sound region through the 2049 season. (more…)
Fans Optimistic on MLB’s Return to Montreal
Plenty of work remains to make the vision a reality, but fans are expressing optimism over the possible return of Major League Baseball to Montreal. (more…)
MLB Best of the Ballparks 2018 Vote: Elite Eight Emerges
The second round of voting in MLB Best of the Ballparks 2018 has ended, and we’ve emerged with a strong Elite Eight. Voting in this round is now open, so you know what to do — vote! (more…)