One side effect of the tax law passed earlier this year by Congress: small businesses are scaling back their commitments to spending on sporting events because tax deductibility for season tickets and group events has been reduced or eliminated. (more…)
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Oakland A’s Enter Coliseum Negotiations
As the result of a vote by the Oakland City Council, the Oakland A’s will enter exclusive negotiations about building a new ballpark at the Oakland Coliseum site. (more…)
PenFed Announces Sponsorship of Washington Nationals
PenFed Credit Union has announced a major sponsorship of the Washington Nationals, with the agreement affecting several areas of Nationals Park. (more…)
High-Profile Venues to Give MLB Major Exposure in 2019
Major League Baseball is making plans for 2019, with the circuit recently announcing two regular-season international series. (more…)
Let the Voting Begin: MLB Best of the Ballparks
Our annual fan vote for favorite ballparks begins today, as we launch the Best of the Ballparks vote with all 30 MLB ballparks in contention. So you know what to do: vote! (more…)
Red Sox: “Sweet Caroline” is Not Going Anywhere
While it might be getting tired for some in Red Sox Nation, the Boston Red Sox are not planning to scratch “Sweet Caroline” from the Fenway Park playlist. (more…)
U.S. Supreme Court Clears Way for State-Regulated Sports Betting
In a highly anticipated decision, by a decisive 6-3 margin the U.S. Supreme Court paved the way for state-regulated sports betting, overturning a federal ban against the wishes of MLB and other sports leagues. (more…)
Maricopa County Approves Chase Field Deal
An agreement between Maricopa County and the Arizona Diamondbacks concerning Chase Field is official, as county supervisors approved the deal earlier this week. (more…)
Best of the Ballparks MLB Rankings
What are the best MLB ballparks? We rank them from top to bottom in our annual Best of the Ballparks MLB rankings. (more…)
Cubs’ Tom Ricketts Invests in USL Club
Chicago Cubs chariman Tom Ricketts is entering professional soccer, as he has purchased majority ownership of an upcoming USL Chicago club. (more…)
Public Weighs in on Proposed Chase Field Deal
With a key vote coming Wednesday, area residents have offered their opinions on a proposed deal between Maricopa County and the Arizona Diamondbacks over Chase Field. (more…)
Baltimore Orioles Unveil Expanded Kids’ Corner
The Baltimore Orioles have unveiled an expanded and revamped Kids’ Corner, now available at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Located adjacent to Gate C, the Kids’ Corner now features new entertainment for younger fans, a relaxation area for parents and guardians, and a variety of new food options exclusive to this location. (more…)
It’s Official: MLB London Series Set for June 2019
Major League Baseball is making its first foray into Europe, as the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees will meet in London for a regular-season series in 2019. The two-game series will take place at London Stadium from June 29-30. (more…)