The Oakland A’s have tabbed a new concessionaire for Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum, announcing a multi-year agreement with Aramark. (more…)
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MGM Resorts Named Title Sponsor of 2019 MLB Opening Series
MGM Resorts will be the title sponsor of MLB’s 2019 Opening Series between the Oakland A’s and Seattle Mariners, set for the Tokyo Dome March 20-21. As part of the sponsorship, MGM Resorts’ branding will be featured on a jersey patch on the Athletics’ right sleeve. (more…)
A’s Adjust Howard Terminal Ballpark Design
The Oakland A’s have adjusted the renderings for a proposed Howard Terminal ballpark, unveiling a revised concept that favors a more circular design. (more…)
A’s Partner With Environmental Justice Group As Howard Terminal Talks Continue
As they continue to explore a proposed Howard Terminal ballpark, the Oakland A’s are partnering with the West Oakland Environmental Indicators Project (WOEIP). (more…)
Manfred Expresses Optimism About A’s Howard Terminal Pitch
Although plenty of uncertainty remains, Major League Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred is expressing optimism about the Oakland A’s pursuit of a new Howard Terminal ballpark. (more…)
Groups Opposing A’s Howard Terminal Ballpark Plan
Groups are expressing various grievances over a proposed Oakland A’s ballpark at Howard Terminal, pointing to concerns such as traffic and the facility’s impact on bar pilots. (more…)
Howard Terminal’s History Could Complicate A’s Ballpark Pitch
Environmental issues could complicate the Oakland A’s Howard Terminal ballpark proposal, as the site’s history of heavy industrial uses may require extensive remediation. (more…)
A’s Hire Townsend; Work to Finalize Broadcast Partner
The Oakland A’s have named Chris Townsend radio host and senior broadcast producer, a move that comes as the team works to finalize its radio broadcast partner. (more…)
Study: Oakland Gondola Would Provide Economic Benefits
A new Oakland gondola to serve a proposed Oakland Athletics ballpark at Howard Terminal would provide additional visitors and sales tax to the city, according to a study released by the Bay Area Council Economic Institute. (more…)
Oakland Coliseum Name Change on Tap?
A name change to Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum could be in the works, as a potential naming-rights deal with RingCentral is being explored. (more…)
Hello 2019! Three MLB Stories to Watch in the New Year
We’ve spent a lot of time in the last two weeks reviewing the best of 2018. Now comes the time to turn our attention to 2019. We’ve peered into the crystal ball to compile a list of what we think will generate the most headlines and interest in the New Year. (more…)
Best of 2018, #1: A’s Unveil Howard Terminal Ballpark Plan
We end 2018 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, #1: The Oakland A’s unveil a new Howard Terminal ballpark proposal. (more…)
Pondering the Future of the Oakland Coliseum
Lost in all the excitement about plans for a new Howard Terminal ballpark unveiled by the Oakland Athletics and Bjarke Ingels Group last week is a radical proposal to make over the current Oakland Coliseum site. The big question: Is the Coliseum worth saving? (more…)