First Data Field renovations are slated to begin next April, with work on the spring training home of the New York Mets expected to conclude in 2019. (more…)
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Houston Astros Returning to Minute Maid Park on Saturday
After having three home games moved to Tropicana Field due to the effects of Hurricane Harvey, the Houston Astros will return to Minute Maid Park on Saturday. (more…)
New Citi Field Netting Brings Praise, Curses From Mets Fans
With the protective netting extended at Citi Field well past the dugouts, some New York Mets fans are bemoaning the lack of potential in landing a foul ball — while players and other fans are happy to be watching the game under an additional layer of protection. (more…)
Mikkeller Brewing NYC On Tap at Citi Field
A new frothy amenity is on tap at the New York Mets‘ Citi Field, as Mikkeller is set to open Mikkeller Brewing NYC at the ballpark this fall. (more…)
Sandy Alderson Discusses Tim Tebow Signing
During a recent event, New York Mets general manager Sandy Alderson admitted that were reasons to sign Tim Tebow that had nothing to do with his prospect status. (more…)
Mets Expand Protective Netting at Citi Field
The New York Mets are tripling the square footage of the protective netting at Citi Field, a project that is scheduled to be completed next month. (more…)
State Grant Secured for First Data Field Overhaul
St. Lucie County has secured a $20 million state grant for a planned renovation to First Data Field, spring training home of the New York Mets. (more…)
Grant Could Help Fund First Data Field Upgrades
St. Lucie County officials have submitted more information on a state grant for upgrades to First Data Field, the spring training home of the New York Mets. (more…)
New for 2017: First Data Field
The New York Mets have announced that their spring training home in Port St. Lucie will now be called First Data Field. The new moniker is part of a 10-year partnership between the Mets and First Data, which is placing its name on the former Tradition Field. (more…)
The Glory Days of Baseball and Beer Marketing
Beer has been closely associated with professional baseball since the game’s earliest days, but it was not initially a marriage welcomed by owners. In fact, the National League once expelled teams for selling beer at the ballpark. But over the years that relationship changed, and over time baseball became a prime marketing tool for breweries. […]
Grant Sought for Tradition Field Project
Funding for a Tradition Field renovation depends on a $20 million state grant, according to St. Lucie County officials. (more…)
Tradition Field Complex Repairs on Tap
St. Lucie County officials are working to repair the Tradition Field complex, which was damaged during Hurricane Matthew. (more…)
Tradition Field Upgrades Still on Tap
The process may be delayed, but a $60-million upgrade plan for Tradition Field, spring home of the New York Mets and regular-season home of the St. Lucie Mets (High A; Florida State League), is still in the works. (more…)