You know that things are getting back to normal on the economic and COVID-19 fronts when discussions of future MLB expansion emerge in league circles, as officials count the money and another Portland plan is floated. (more…)
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Potential Nashville MLB Ballpark Renderings Released
A group seeking to bring a Major League Baseball franchise to Nashville has released ballpark renderings, the latest step in an effort that has plenty of ground to cover. (more…)
Nashville Stars Name Unveiled, Despite Lack of MLB Expansion Plans
Despite the lack of current Major League Baseball expansion plans, a group that wants to bring a club to Nashville is branding its potential team as the Nashville Stars. (more…)
Agreement Reached on Potential Montreal Ballpark Site
Two firms, including one led by Stephen Bronfman, a leader in the effort to bring MLB back to Montreal, have reached to an agreement to develop a site at the city’s Peel Basin with a project that could include a new ballpark. (more…)
Nashville MLB Meeting Postponed
A planned meeting between Nashville MLB backers and Major League Baseball was postponed, with the Nashville group citing the league’s stance on potential expansion as a factor. (more…)
Nashville Mayor: No Public Funds for Potential MLB Ballpark
With an effort to land a Major League Baseball franchise taking shape, Nashville mayor David Briley is emphasizing that a new ballpark would have to be privately financed. (more…)
San Antonio Ballpark Ambitions Could be Shaped by Report
San Antonio is seeking a firm to conduct an assessment on its viability for professional sports, which could end up setting the tone for discussions of a new ballpark. (more…)
Nashville MLB Group to Meet With League Next Week
As part of its ongoing effort, a group exploring the idea of bringing a Major League Baseball franchise to Nashville will meet with league officials next week. (more…)
Vision for New Montreal MLB Ballpark: Anchor for Mixed-Use Development
Backers of a potential new Montreal MLB ballpark have a bigger plan than just bringing pro baseball back to the city: they want to create a mixed-use development like the Atlanta Braves created at SunTrust Park with The Battery. (more…)
Montreal Group Methodically Building Case for MLB’s Return
The Toronto Blue Jays’ latest exhibitions at Olympic Stadium are in the books, but discussions of MLB’s possible return to Montreal are unlikely to die down anytime soon. (more…)
La Russa: MLB Could Succeed in Nashville
Hall of Fame manager Tony La Russa believes Major League Baseball would succeed in Nashville, and is part of an effort to bring MLB to the city. (more…)
John Loar Leading Nashville MLB Effort
Businessman John Loar is leading an effort to bring Major League Baseball to Nashville, a city that could factor into future expansion discussions. (more…)
Manfred Discusses MLB Expansion; Is Nashville a Contender?
When discussing potential Major League Baseball expansion on Tuesday, commissioner Rob Manfred noted several possible markets, including Nashville. (more…)