With the ballpark’s first games about a month away, the Texas Rangers are gearing up to use synthetic turf at the upcoming Globe Life Field. (more…)
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Moreno: No Decision Yet on Replacing or Renovating Angel Stadium
Los Angeles Angels owner Arte Moreno says a decision has not been made on renovating or replacing Angel Stadium, as the team continues to explore its long-term options. (more…)
Fight to Save Lowell Spinners Goes National
The fight to save the Lowell Spinners (Short Season A; NY-Penn League) from contraction was featured on a recent Today Show segment, shining a national light on the issue of MLB’s proposal to eliminate 42 MiLB teams. (more…)
MLB Raising MiLB Salaries for 2021
Major League Baseball is raising salaries for Minor League Baseball players for the 2021 season and beyond at every level of ball, including Rookie and Short Season A teams. (more…)
Dodgers Release New Dodger Stadium Renovation Renderings
The Los Angeles Dodgers have issued new renderings and other updates on their ongoing Dodger Stadium renovation, an offseason project that will result in several new fan amenities. (more…)
New Details Revealed on Globe Life Field Concessions
The Texas Rangers and concessionaire Delaware North Sportservice have revealed new details on Globe Life Field concessions, including local brands that will be featured at the upcoming ballpark and a recipe contest winner. (more…)
Milwaukee Brewers to Debut Miller Lite Landing in 2020
The Milwaukee Brewers have unveiled details on Miller Lite Landing, a viewing deck that will be one of several upgrades at Miller Park in 2020. The space is part of a multiyear partnership extension between the Brewers and the Molson Coors Beverage Company, which continues as the team’s official beer partner. (more…)
Dodgers: Dodger Stadium Renovations Should be Ready by Opening Day
The Los Angeles Dodgers expect that their $100-million renovation to Dodger Stadium will be ready by Opening Day, as the team continues its elaborate overhaul of the ballpark. UPDATED WITH NEW RENDERINGS! (more…)
Padres Mostly Shelving Controversial Spring Training Hat
The San Diego Padres will drastically scale back the use of a recently released spring training hat, a move that comes after the cap received criticism from fans who thought its logo resembled a swastika. (more…)
2020 MLB Rule Changes Unveiled
Major League Baseball has unveiled rule changes for the 2020 season, including a three-batter minimum for relievers and the introduction of a 26-player roster. (more…)
MLB Reportedly Mulling Major Postseason Changes
The New York Post is reporting that Major League Baseball is considering major changes to its postseason structure that could take effect as early as 2022, including an expansion from five to seven teams in each league. (more…)
MLB, MiLB Continue War of Words; More Meetings Scheduled
The war of words between Major League Baseball and Minor League Baseball over the proposed contraction of 42 MiLB teams continues, with another meeting scheduled for later this month—a war highlighted with the unexpected emergence of the Batavia Muckdogs as a contraction issue. (more…)
Rob Manfred Backs Rays’ Pursuit of Split-Season Plan
Major League Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred is offering support for the Tampa Bay Rays‘ pursuit of a split-season arrangement between Tampa Bay and Montreal, saying he and MLB team owners view it as a viable plan. (more…)