With Hillsborough County facing problems in obtaining land parcels near downtown Tampa for a new Tampa Bay Rays ballpark, officials are turning their sights to the West Shore area — and potentially delaying the project again. (more…)
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Milwaukee Brewers to Extend Netting in 2018
The Milwaukee Brewers are the latest MLB team to announce extended netting for the 2018 season, as Miller Park will have protection to the far end of the dugout. (more…)
Texas Rangers Buy Hickory Crawdads
In their second MiLB acquisition in two years, the Texas Rangers purchased their Low-A affiliate, the Hickory Crawdads (Sally League), with a pledge to keep the team in L.P. Frans Stadium. (more…)
O’Malley, MLB Have Discussed Historic Dodgertown
Peter O’Malley said recently that he has had discussions with Major League Baseball about taking over Historic Dodgertown, the venerable Vero Beach complex. (more…)
Leiweke: Rays Can Succeed in Tampa Bay Region
Oakview Group co-founder Tim Leiweke recently weighed in on the Tampa Bay Rays‘ ballpark search, saying that he believes the Rays can find success in the Tampa Bay region. (more…)
Mets Announce Purchase of Syracuse Chiefs
Tuesday marked a shift for baseball in Syracuse, as the New York Mets announced their purchase of the Syracuse Chiefs (Class AAA; International League). (more…)
Best New Concessions Experience: Miller Park
With an overhaul of food and beverage operations at Miller Park in 2017, the Milwaukee Brewers and Delaware North Sportservice went full Sconnie with a slate of new offerings and concourse layouts. For these upgrades, we’re awarding Miller Park the 2017 Ballpark Digest Award for Best New Concessions Experience. (more…)
Gary Denbo to be Derek Jeter’s First Major Hire for Marlins
For his first major personnel addition with the Miami Marlins, Derek Jeter is reportedly bringing Gary Denbo aboard to serve a key role in the organization. (more…)
New York Mets To Buy Syracuse Chiefs
Apparently the allure of Las Vegas has run out for the New York Mets, who are purchasing the Syracuse Chiefs (Class AAA; International League) and will make the team its top affiliate after the current Washington Nationals affiliation ends before the 2019 season. (more…)
Man Sues Cubs, MLB After Being Hit by Foul Ball at Wrigley Field
After being hit by a foul ball at Wrigley Field and losing vision in his left eye, a fan has filed a lawsuit against the Chicago Cubs and Major League Baseball. (more…)
Plant: SunTrust Park’s Inaugural Season a Success
In recent remarks, Atlanta Braves president of development Mike Plant emphasized the successes of SunTrust Park‘s first season. (more…)
Nationals Park Adds New Organ
This postseason at Nationals Park will feature a unique touch, thanks to the installation of a new organ at Nationals Park. (more…)
Mariners Replacing Safeco Field Playing Surface
Now that their offseason is underway, the Seattle Mariners are getting to work on a project that will lead to a new playing surface at Safeco Field. (more…)