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…)
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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…)
MLB Labor Agreement Goes Down to the Wire
MLB’s collective-bargaining agreement with the players union is set to expire on Dec. 1, and reports indicate two huge issues remain to be resolved — but there’s still the chance 21 years of labor peace could be challenged next month. (more…)
Chase Field Sale Scratched
Maricopa County’s plan to sell Chase Field has been scratched, as the prospective buyer of the deal has ended negotiations. (more…)
MLB Netting Lawsuit Dismissed in Federal Court
A lawsuit that sought to force Major League Baseball teams to install netting from foul pole to foul pole has been dismissed in federal court, as U.S. District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers ruled that the likelihood of injury was so small it did not merit class-action status. (more…)
New Leaders On Board for Athletics, Rangers Ballpark Efforts
The Oakland Athletics named Dave Kaval as president, with a prime focus on working out a new ballpark plan for the team, while Jack Hill, who worked on the original development of Globe Life Park, is now leading the planning of a new Texas Rangers ballpark. (more…)
Progressive Field to Receive More Upgrades
Progressive Field, home of the Cleveland Indians, is set to receive a round of upgrades before the 2017 season. (more…)
Cardinals Pitch Ballpark Village Expansion
As they continue to pursue a Ballpark Village expansion, the St. Louis Cardinals are making their case for incentives from the city. (more…)
Upgrades on Tap at Oriole Park at Camden Yards
Oriole Park at Camden Yards will receive a series of upgrades before the 2017 season, according to recently uncovered documents. (more…)