Upon its opening for the Aberdeen IronBirds in 2002, Ripken Stadium represented the latest in the wave of new ballparks debuting for the New York-Penn League. Backed by the recently-retired Cal Ripken Jr, the ballpark was touted as a state-of-the-art facility that would anchor a development that included an adjacent youth baseball complex. (more…)
Over the years, Grainger Stadium has retained its status as a classic ballpark while simultaneously offering a comfortable experience for today’s fans. This trait has been evident over its history, and is as apparent as ever after the arrival of the Down East Wood Ducks (High A; Carolina League). (more…)
In a few years, the current Buies Creek Astros (High A; Carolina League) will exist in a much different form. The franchise is currently awaiting the completion of a new downtown Fayetteville ballpark, where it is expected to begin play in 2019 under a new name that reflects their change in surroundings. (more…)
Before a packed house last Thursday night, the Hartford Yard Goats (Class AA; Eastern League) christened their home, Dunkin’ Donuts Park. (more…)
Editor’s Note: Mark Cryan, former MiLB general manager and Ballpark Digest contributing editor, is releasing a series on his travels to the ballparks of the Dominican Winter League. What follows is part three of his three-part installment. (more…)
Editor’s Note: Mark Cryan, former MiLB general manager and Ballpark Digest contributing editor, is releasing a series on his travels to the ballparks of the Dominican Winter League. What is part two of his three-part installment. (more…)
Editor’s Note: Mark Cryan, former MiLB general manager and Ballpark Digest contributing editor, is releasing a series on his travels to the ballparks of the Dominican Winter League. What follows is an excerpt of part one of his three-part installment. (more…)
In transition. Those two words describe not only Calvin Falwell Field but also the team that calls it home, the Lynchburg Hillcats (High A; Carolina League). While it’s not necessarily a bad ballpark, there are definitely improvements to be made to help enhance the fan experience. (more…)
For some, it might be easy to write off a ballpark that’s over 20 years old but when walking into Haley Toyota Field, it feels more like the Salem Red Sox (High A; Carolina League) are continuing to grow into it. (more…)
Just a few years ago, it might have seemed like you were driving through miles of empty farmland to get to the Dell Diamond, home of the Round Rock Express (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League). (more…)
First impressions can shape the ballpark experience, and the Birmingham Barons (Class AA; Southern League) seem to be keeping that in mind at Regions Field. (more…)
This season, Regions Field—home of the Birmingham Barons (Class AA; Southern League)—will have a more bustling backdrop, thanks to the opening of a new luxury apartment building. (more…)
With a unique setting and a stunning design, Spirit Communications Park, new home of the Columbia Fireflies, had a strong debut last night. But the most important takeaway will be seen over time, as the ballpark is a catalyst for development in South Carolina’s capital city. (more…)
