Marlins agree to share in sale proceeds on eve of city vote on new ballpark
The Florida Marlins made some last-minute concessions, including a promise to share proceeds should a sale of the team happen within nine years, in an effort to curry favor before the City Commisson debates the new-ballpark proposal today.The Florida Marlins made some last-minute concessions, including a promise to share proceeds should a sale of the […]
Richmond baseball study didn’t consider renovated Diamond, stacks deck for new downtown ballpark
A September 2008 analysis of the ballpark options in Richmond failed to consider the economics of a renovated Diamond and concludes a new Shockoe Bottom ballpark could work if surrounding counties continue to help paying for baseball in the area — and given statements from elected officials throughout the region, that’s a mighty big if. […]
WBC officials expect strong last-minute sales for Dodger Stadium games
About half the available tickets for the semis and finals of the World Baseball Classic at Dodger Stadium have been sold, but organizers expect a surge of interest once the final four is set.About half the available tickets for the semis and finals of the World Baseball Classic at Dodger Stadium have been sold, but […]
Richmond ballpark consulting deal draws criticism
Richmond Mayor Dwight Jones’ decision to commission a trio of firms to study the finances of a proposed Shockoe Bottom ballpark is causing many in city government to cry foul, saying the firms are being paid $100,000 to basically replicate a shelved study performed last fall for then-Mayor Doug Wilder.Richmond Mayor Dwight Jones’ decision to […]
Set-asides for Marlins ballpark scrapped; city to vote tomorrow
A promise by the Florida Marlins to set aside 15 percent of the team’s contribution to a proposed new ballpark was scrapped after local officials determined it would be illegal.A promise by the Florida Marlins to set aside 15 percent of the team’s contribution for a new ballpark to local African-American firms was scrapped after […]
Renovations slated for Roger Dean Stadium
The spring home of the St. Louis Cardinals and Florida Marlins will see $10 million in long-term improvements, thanks to a hike in the local hotel tax.Palm Beach County is spending $10 million on long-term improvements to Roger Dean Stadium, the spring home of the St. Louis Cardinals and Florida Marlins, thanks to a hike […]
It’s official: Bretts to buy Quakes
As we reported two weeks ago, a group led by Bobby Brett and his brother, Hall of Famer George Brett, are buying the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes from President and Majority Owner Hank Stickney.As we reported two weeks ago, a group led by Bobby Brett and his brother, Hall of Famer George Brett, are buying the […]
Bill Valentine retires from the game
Bill Valentine, who twice saved baseball in central Arkansas and spent 40 years with the Arkansas Travelers, is retiring from the game. After 40 years with the Arkansas Travelers (Class AA; Texas League), including the last 33 as the club’s executive vice president, Bill Valentine has announced his retirement from the team. The Executive Committee […]
Whitecaps install new turf for 2009 season
Here is your turf story — and pics! — for the day: the West Michigan Whitecaps will be the beneficiary of a new field at Fifth Third Ballpark this season.Today’s turf story comes from Grand Rapids, where the West Michigan Whitecaps (Low Class A; Midwest League) will be the beneficiary of new tuf at Fifth […]
Mets, Nathan’s sign new marketing deal at Citi Field
Nathan’s will have the exclusive on hot dogs in the new home of the Mets and will bring the iconic Fourth of July International Hot Dog Eating Contest to the facility.We’re a little sad to see the announcement that Nathan’s Famous will hold the hot-dog concessions at Citi Field, the new home of the New […]
Nuts unveil another round of ballpark improvements for 2009
Modesto’s John Thurman Field receives more upgrades for the upcoming season, including two large party decks and a new events area.Modesto’s John Thurman Field receives more upgrades for the upcoming season, including two large party decks and a new events area. The improvements are part of a $3 million makeover of the ballpark, instituted when […]
Sarpy County mayors express doubts about new O-Royals ballpark
A group of Sarpy County mayors wants to see more details about funding for a new Omaha Royals ballpark.A group of Sarpy County mayors wants to see more details about funding for a new Omaha Royals ballpark and is expressing doubts about tax-increment financing generating enough revenue to pay for the new $23-million project. The […]
Norwich approves Defenders lease transfer; Richmond to study new ballpark
The impending move of the Connecticut Defenders to Richmond is closer to reality after the Norwich City Council approved a transfer of the team’s lease to Dodd Stadium. Meanwhile, the city of Richmond is embarking on a financial study of a new Shockoe Bottom ballpark — and we think we know what the results will […]