Along with 2023 ballpark changes already announced, the New York Mets and Detroit Tigers are reportedly looking at bringing in the fences at Citi Field and Comerica Park, respectively, for next season. (more…)
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Hurricane Ian poised to disrupt baseball industry
Hurricane Ian is poised to disrupt the baseball industry in coming days, potentially affecting a critical MLB series and forcing Florida operations to send home players and coaches from fall workouts. (more…)
Citi Field development in the works?
The New York Mets made a slew of upgrades to their home for the 2022 season, but there are indications Citi Field development could be in the works–and potentially a new soccer stadium. (more…)
Personnel news: New York Mets, Stockton Ports
We have personnel news today from the New York Mets and the Stockton Ports (Single-A; California League), as Jake Eisenberg joins the Mets radiocasts during West Coast runs. (more…)
Attracting younger fans to Citi Field: the challenge for the Mets, Cohen
Now that Steve Cohen’s had some time owning the New York Mets, he’s ready to tackle some big issues that include rebranding the team and updating Citi Field for the younger set. (more…)
Nationals home opener postponed due to COVID-19
Not an auspicious way to begin the 2021 MLB season: Tonight’s Nationals-Mets opener at Nationals Park has been delayed due to COVID-19 contact tracing. (more…)
More MLB teams approved for additional capacity to begin season
Three more MLB teams have been approved for additional fans to begin the 2021 season, as states loosen COVID-19 restrictions. (more…)
Mets confirm 2021 affiliate lineup
This has already been announced, but it’s now confirmed: the New York Mets’ 2021 affiliate lineup will be the Syracuse Mets, Binghamton Rumble Ponies, Brooklyn Cyclones and the St. Lucie Mets. (more…)
New York Mets keep core of MiLB affiliates in place
The New York Mets will keep the core of their MiLB affiliates in place for 2021 and beyond, with the only change adding the Brooklyn Cyclones as a new full-season affiliate, replacing the Columbia Fireflies (Low A; Sally League). (more…)
MLB owners approve Cohen purchase of Mets
Major League Baseball owners officially approved the $2.42-billion purchase of the New York Mets by Steve Cohen, clearing the way for a final closing of the deal in the next 10 days. (more…)
Cohen purchase of Mets expected to be approved Friday
Major League Baseball owners are expected to approve the $2.42-billion sale of the New York Mets to hedge-fund manager Steve Cohen on Friday, as he sails through the approval process. UPDATED! (more…)
Cohen receives initial permission to buy Mets, but hurdles remain
Steve Cohen received initial approval from MLB’s ownership committee to purchase the New York Mets, but a clause in the Citi Field lease could end up complicating the deal. (more…)
Cohen lands New York Mets — finally
After a false start and a second round of bidding that included Alex Rodriguez and Jennifer Lopez, Steve Cohen finally landed the New York Mets in a deal valued at approximately $2.45 billion–the most ever paid for a North American sports franchise. (more…)