As a cost savings measure, Gwinnett County is considering whether to issue new bonds on Coolray Field, home of the Gwinnett Braves (Class AAA; International League). (more…)
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Kansas City’s Hidden Stadium Tunnel
For decades, Kauffman Stadium and Arrowhead Stadium have occupied the Truman Sports Complex, separated by a sea of parking. Below ground, however, the stadiums are connected by a hidden tunnel that helps the operations of the Kansas City Royals and Kansas City Chiefs. (more…)
Actors and What Could Have Been
The lives of athletes and actors can be similar. There are long hours of preparation, whether it’s learning lines, lifting weights, or making public appearances to promote a team, film, or TV show. (more…)
Rangers: New Ballpark Could Open in 2020
Now that Arlington voters have approved a new retractable-roof ballpark, the Texas Rangers are saying that the facility will open in 2020. (more…)
Braves Expect Revenue Increase Next Year
The Atlanta Braves‘ upcoming move to SunTrust Park should yield a revenue increase, according to the latest financial report from owner Liberty Media. (more…)
Voters Overwhelmingly Approve New Rangers Ballpark Funding
In the end, the vote wasn’t close, as Arlington voters overwhelmingly approved the use of hotel and car taxes to help finance a new retractable-roof Texas Rangers ballpark. (more…)
Rays Connected to Montreal Move
Through a series of tweets published by a journalist on Sunday, the Tampa Bay Rays were tied to a move to Montreal’s Griffintown neighborhood. (more…)
Rangers Ballpark Proposal on the Ballot
Election Day is here, meaning that Arlington voters will finally decide the fate of a proposed retractable-roof ballpark for the Texas Rangers. (more…)
Hillsborough County Mulls Funding of Rays Ballpark
Hillsborough County has previously discussed using lodging tax funds to build a new Tampa Bay Rays ballpark, but the funding model requires more consideration. (more…)
World Series TV Ratings: Game 7 Through the Roof
Good news on the popularity front for Major League Baseball: Game 7 of the 2016 World Series was the most-watched baseball game since 1991, as 40 million people tuned in to see the Chicago Cubs break a curse and capture their first championship since 1908. (more…)
Tradition Field Upgrades Still on Tap
The process may be delayed, but a $60-million upgrade plan for Tradition Field, spring home of the New York Mets and regular-season home of the St. Lucie Mets (High A; Florida State League), is still in the works. (more…)
A’s Facing Potential Ballpark, Revenue Issues
As Major League Baseball closely scrutinizes the team’s use of revenue sharing, the Oakland A’s are also engaged in a complicated ballpark search. (more…)
Arlington Mayor Criticized for Comments on Ballpark Opponents
Comments by Arlington mayor Jeff Williams about opponents of a proposed Texas Rangers ballpark have drawn considerable scrutiny. (more…)