Unless there are some unexpectedly large pots of money sitting around, it doesn’t look like there’s any public money available in Palm Beach County for a new Braves spring training facility. (more…)
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Braves launch search for new spring site
We hinted at this a few weeks ago, and now the details are emerging: the Atlanta Braves are indeed ready to say goodbye to Disney World and Champion Stadium for spring training, as the team has made preliminary contact with several Florida counties about a move. (more…)
New Toronto turf raising MLB concerns
The new AstroTurf 3D Xtreme synthetic turf installed at Rogers Centre for the Toronto Blue Jays is raising concerns about its playability in Major League Baseball offices, but drastic changes to it are unlikely. (more…)
Florida Auto Exchange Stadium: Outdated Yet Charming
With its unwieldy name adorning the façade of a stark exterior, Dunedin’s Florida Auto Exchange Stadium does not make an aesthetically pleasing first impression, and it lacks many of the amenities that fans and players have come to expect. Despite those disadvantages, the ballpark offers an intimate charm in a city that is full of […]
Manfred to Montreal: Here’s roadmap to MLB
MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred continues to tease Montreal baseball fans with talk about how the market could support Major League Baseball — and laid out the roadmap (i.e., a new ballpark) for the sport to return to Quebec. (more…)
The birth of modern baseball design: 1965
If you want a stark look at how ballparks have evolved, let’s go back 50 years and review the MLB facilities in play for the 1965 season — the dawn of modern ballpark design, when the Astrodome and Shea Stadium were on the cutting edge. (more…)
Promotions Watch: Major League History Nights
Major League Baseball teams are using their 2015 promotional slates to market unique days or weekends that celebrate their history. Some of the most notable examples—including weekly promotions, as well as celebrations and giveaways to commemorate notable anniversaries—are discussed in this week’s Promotions Watch. (more…)
The ultimate ballpark aerial view: from space
Talk about the ultimate in aerial views: NASA astronaut Terry Virts, traveling 250 miles above Earth on the International Space Station, is photographing every MLB ballpark from space and asking fans to guess the location. (more…)
Twins up food ante at Target Field for 2015
With the addition of a new sitdown areas and concession stands, the Minnesota Twins and concessionaire Delaware North are tying even more closely into the local foodie community for food options at Target Field. (more…)
Wolff: San Jose “not worth a nasty battle” with Giants
Oakland A’s owner Lew Wolff says a new San Jose ballpark “not worth a nasty battle” with the San Francisco Giants over the territory, as ownership looks to pursue a new Oakland facility. (more…)
More upgrades on deck at Dodger Stadium
Another set of upgrades to announce for Dodger Stadium: After plenty of changes in the past few years under Janet Marie Smith, the ballpark’s club level has a fresh look, while concessions throughout offer more choices to all fans. (more…)
Giants quietly unveil slew of AT&T Park upgrades
Boy, talk about quiet changes: the San Francisco Giants have made a slew of upgrades to AT&T Park for 2015, including expanded signage, new concessions and a renovated home clubhouse. (more…)
Astros to unveil new turf, club renovations
Some big upgrades at Minute Maid Park this season, including a renovation of the Mazda Club Level and the installation of new field turf, as the Houston Astros make more changes for 2015. (more…)