We’ll see an assortment of 2023 MLB rule changes, as the sport’s Competition Committee puts new limitations on defensive shifts, implements a pitch timer and approves larger bases. (more…)
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MLBPA affiliating with AFL-CIO in MiLB player pursuit
We’re seeing a historic alignment, as the MLB Players Association (MLBPA) is officially affiliating with the AFL-CIO as it continues an unprecedented effort to move past MLB ranks and unionize Minor League Baseball players. (more…)
Debate continues over location of new Missions ballpark
San Antonio business and community leaders continue to debate possible locations for a new Missions ballpark, with the discussion expanding to once again include the University of Texas at San Antonio. (more…)
MLBPA announces initiative to unionize Minor League Baseball players
The Major League Baseball Players Association has announced a move to unionize Minor League Baseball players, an effort approved by the MLBPA Executive Board last night. (more…)
2023 MLB schedule posted; balanced play planned
The 2023 MLB schedule was posted today, with play beginning with all 30 teams in action on Thursday, March 30 and the first balanced schedule in place since interleague play was introduced in 1997. (more…)
Enjoy this year’s Field of Dreams game; it won’t return in 2023–or maybe ever
With investors planning on overhauling the iconic Dyersville, IA movie site, tonight’s Field of Dreams game may be the last one, as construction will prevent a match in 2023–and MLB is not committing to future games. (more…)
MLB London games return in 2023 with Cardinals-Cubs matchups
MLB London games return in 2023 with a two-game series between the St. Louis Cardinals and Chicago Cubs set for June 24-25 at London Stadium. (more…)
MLB unveils 2023 All-Star Game logo
We have the 2023 All-Star Game logo, featuring a distinctive Pacific Northwest theme, as unveiled by Major League Baseball and the Seattle Mariners. (more…)
Union: We won’t strike during 2022 All-Star Game festivities
The union representing vendors at Dodger Stadium say workers won’t strike during the 2022 All-Star Game festivities after sitting down for negotiations with ballpark concessionaire Levy Restauants. (more…)
Vendors threaten Dodger Stadium All-Star Game strike
Food and beverage workers have authorized a Dodger Stadium All-Star Game strike, as 99 percent of the concessions workers approved a potential walk out, according to the Unite Here union. (more…)
Next development deadline looms for new Richmond ballpark
As 2025 will be here before we know it, many Minor League Baseball teams are in the final stages of planning to meet the MLB ballpark specs–including the Richmond Flying Squirrels (Double-A; Eastern League), in the end run for a new Richmond ballpark. (more…)
In Memorian: Rick Nafe
Rick Nafe, long-time stadium manager, co-founder of the Stadium Managers Association, father and husband, passed away on May 26. Here’s a look back at his career from his peers. (more…)
MLB teams ordered to offer equal women’s clubhouse spaces
Oh, the ironies abound. After imposing new MiLB facilities standards calling for new and improved clubhouse spaces for women, Major League Baseball is now lecturing MLB teams for not meeting industry standards for spaces serving home and visiting female coaches and staff. (more…)