Mark Fidrych, whose career burned bright and short when he captured national headlines as "The Bird," died after an accident at his Northborough, Mass. farm.Mark Fidrych, whose career burned bright and short when he captured national headlines as "The Bird," died after an accident at his Northborough, Mass. farm. Fidrych worked in construction after his […]
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In memoriam: Harry Kalas
Longtime Philadelphia Phillies broadcaster Harry Kalas passed away today at 1:20 p.m. ET. He collapsed in the Phillies’ broadcast booth before an afternoon game againsst the Washington Nationals.Longtime Philadelphia Phillies broadcaster Harry Kalas passed away today at 1:20 p.m. ET. He collapsed in the Phillies’ broadcast booth before an afternoon game against the Washington Nationals […]
Royals open “new” Kauffman Stadium with win
The two-year renovation of Kauffman Stadium is almost complete, and the Royals celebrated the occasion with an Opening Day sellout.The two-year renovation of Kauffman Stadium is almost complete, and the Kansas City Royals celebrated the occasion with an Opening Day sellout. The improvements to the ballpark are virtually all oriented toward improving the fan experience. […]
Diamondbacks to host 2011 All-Star Game
The 2011 All-Star Game will be played at a revitalized Chase Field, as the Arizona Diamondbacks snare the high-profile game.We’re happy to see the Arizona Diamondbacks were awarded the 2011 All-Star Game. It’s a reward for a lot of hard work in the Valley of the Sun, as the D-Backs have made continual improvements to […]
Dodgers go healthy with new concessions offerings
We now have two huge extremes in concessions at Dodger Stadium: healthy food in the grandstand and one of the largest all-you-can-stuff-into-your-mouth areas in the outfield pavilions.We now have two huge extremes in concessions at Dodger Stadium: healthy food in the grandstand and one of the largest all-you-can-stuff-into-your-mouth areas in the outfield pavilions. The new […]
Indians drop Chief Wahoo from spring branding; will diminish mark more during season
The traditional Chief Wahoo mark used by the Cleveland Indians wasn’t present at all during the team’s inaugural spring training in Goodyear, and team officials say it will be used less during the regular season.The traditional Chief Wahoo mark used by the Cleveland Indians wasn’t present at all during the team’s inaugural spring training in […]
Mets first out of the gate with Citi Field opening tonight
It’s the second time the New York Mets have opened a new ballpark and the first since the original launch of Shea Stadium in 1964.Tonight is the regular-season launch for the $800-million Citi Field, as the New York Mets open a new ballpark for the first time since the 1964 launch of Shea Stadium. The […]
One good reason to applaud new ballparks: potty parity
It’s rare when a new ballpark doesn’t offer more restrooms than its predecessor. In New York City, one great upgrade to the new Yankee Stadium and Citi Field will be the presence of many more ballparks, especially those designed for women.It’s rare when a new ballpark doesn’t offer more restrooms than its predecessor. In New […]
Twins look at new uniform designs for 2010
To coincide with the team’s new-ballpark opening next season, the Minnesota Twins are debating whether to yet again tweak with the team’s myriad of uniform designs.To coincide with the team’s new-ballpark opening next season, the Minnesota Twins are debating whether to yet again tweak with the team’s myriad of uniform designs. Not that there’s a […]
In memoriam: Nick Adenhart
The promising young Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim twirler was killed last night after an alleged drunken driver crashed into a vehicle where he was a passenger.Nick Adenhart, the young pitcher who overcame adversity to win a roster spot this season with the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, was killed last night after an alleged drunken driver […]
MLB payrolls down by $47 million in 2009
Sixteen MLB teams cut payroll for the 2009 season, including — surprise! — the New York Yankees.Sixteen MLB teams cut payroll for the 2009 season, including — surprise! — the New York Yankees. All in all, MLB payrolls are down some $47 million from 2008, a 1.7 percent drop and the first since 2004. The […]
Tigers highlight Big Three after loss of GM sponsorship
The Detroit Tigers are using space at Comerica Park previously used for a GM sponsorship to highlight new offers from all three Michigan carmakers.Comerica Park once featured a huge sponsorship from General Motors, who paid to put their name on a huge fountain activated when a Tiger hit a home run. But given the company’s […]
Concrete falls into Angel Stadium stands; ballpark passes subsequent inspection
After a piece of concrete fells into the stands during the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim season opener, a six-person inspection crew found no other problems.After a piece of concrete fells into the stands during the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim season opener at Angel Stadium, a six-person inspection crew found no other problems. The […]