The Oakland A’s are making an offer to buy the entire Oakland Coliseum site, but are not ready to commit to building a new ballpark there. (more…)
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A’s Still Considering Coliseum Site for New Ballpark
The Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum site remains under consideration in the Oakland A’s new ballpark search, though the team is evaluating multiple options. (more…)
Oakland Seeks Full Ownership of Oakland Coliseum Complex
The City of Oakland will pursue sole ownership of the Oakland Coliseum complex, a move that could simplify discussions if the Oakland A’s build a new ballpark there. (more…)
A’s to Debut The Treehouse at Oakland Coliseum
A new social space will debut at the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum during the 2018 season, as the Oakland A’s have announced plans for The Treehouse. Located above the left field bleachers, The Treehouse will be open to all fans and will feature two full-service bars, standing-room and lounge seating, numerous televisions and pre- and postgame entertainment. (more…)
A’s, Mariners Expected to Open 2019 Season in Japan
Though it has not been formally announced, the Oakland A’s and Seattle Mariners are expected to open the 2019 season at the Tokyo Dome. (more…)
A’s Continue to Pursue New Oakland Ballpark
The Oakland A’s are continuing to pursue a new Oakland ballpark, but will have to overcome some obstacles in their ongoing search. (more…)
Oakland A’s Returning to Three Ballpark Site Options
In recent comments, Oakland A’s president Dave Kaval said that the club is now back to considering three sites for a new ballpark in Oakland. (more…)
Oakland A’s to Offer Free Game on April 17
In celebration of their 50th anniversary in Oakland, the Oakland A’s will offer fans a free game on April 17, 2018, when they host the Chicago White Sox. That April 17 matchup will come exactly 50 years after the A’s first game at the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. (more…)
Best of 2017, #5: Oakland A’s Ballpark Search
We end 2017 with a countdown of the 10 biggest stories of the year on Ballpark Digest, as chosen by editors and partially based on page views. Today, #5: The ongoing quest for a new Athletics ballpark in Oakland. (more…)
What’s Next for a New A’s Ballpark? Four Potential Resolutions
With the announcement that the Laney College site for a new Oakland Athletics ballpark is off the table, team management has four options on how to proceed in a post-Coliseum world. We look at all four. (more…)
Laney College Groups Balk at A’s Ballpark Plan
A proposed Oakland A’s ballpark at a nearby site is being criticized by groups from Laney College, as several organizations are opposing the plan. (more…)
Poll: A’s Should Invest in Coliseum Site
Over 80% of respondents to a new poll favor the Oakland A’s remaining at the current Coliseum site, instead of building a new ballpark at the team’s preferred location near Laney College. (more…)
Oakland A’s Select New Ballpark Design Team
As they proceed with the pursuit of a new ballpark, the Oakland A’s are filling out a design team for the proposed facility. (more…)