Ballpark Village Expansion Hits Latest Construction Milestone
The $260 million expansion of Ballpark Village reached its latest milestone Wednesday, as the St. Louis Cardinals and development partner The Cordish Companies celebrated the topping out of the 29-story One Cardinal Way luxury residential tower. (more…)
2020 Marlins Park Changes: Shorter Dimensions, Synthetic Turf
The playing conditions will change drastically at Marlins Park in 2020, as the Miami Marlins announce plans to move in outfield fences and install synthetic turf. (more…)
Proposal Calls for Angels to Remain in Anaheim Through 2050
The Los Angeles Angels would remain in Anaheim through 2050, while Angel Stadium and surrounding land is sold to a group that includes team owner Arte Moreno, according to a proposed outline of an agreement between the team and the city. (more…)
Former Oakland Coliseum Executive Charged with Felony Conflict of Interest
Criminal charges have been filed against former Coliseum Authority executive director Scott McKibben, as Alameda County prosecutors allege that he violated California conflict-of-interest laws by seeking a fee for helping to negotiate RingCentral Coliseum naming rights. (more…)
New for 2020: Fort Myers Mighty Mussels
Branding has been unveiled for the Fort Myers Mighty Mussels (High A; Florida State League), as the franchise swaps out the traditional Fort Myers Miracle moniker for a new look. (more…)
Contraction Talks Continue Between MLB, MiLB–and Bernie Sanders
Two meetings and a lobbying effort worth noting today, as talks between Major League Baseball (MLB) and Minor League Baseball (MiLB) continue, with a star cameo from contraction critic and presidential candidate Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT). (more…)
St. Louis Cardinals Renovating Busch Stadium Party Suites
The St. Louis Cardinals are making a notable renovation to Busch Stadium this offseason, overhauling 21 existing Party Suites along the right field line in a multi-million dollar project. The project will transform the private, climate-controlled areas with a more modern look and updated sports décor. (more…)
Potential RCGT Park Lease Agreement Moves Forward
A partnership that includes Winnipeg Goldeyes (independent; American Association) ownership and Ottawa Sports and Entertainment Group is closer to landing an RCGT Park lease, following an endorsement Tuesday from an Ottawa city committee. (more…)
Downtown Gastonia Ballpark Project Underway
Another ballpark-centric downtown development is now underway, as the first concrete has been poured at the future location of a new downtown Gastonia (NC) multipurpose events complex, which will feature pro baseball. (more…)
In Memoriam: Mark Butler
Mark Butler, the principal owner and managing partner of the Harrisburg Senators (Class AA; Eastern League), died suddenly on Sunday at the age of 61. He was also a founding father and CEO of Ollie’s Bargain Outlet. (more…)
AR Experiences on Tap at Louisville Slugger Field
Augmented reality experiences are coming to Louisville Slugger Field in 2020, the result of a new deal between the Louisville Bats (Class AAA; International League) and Imagination Park Technologies Inc. The Bats will be among the first Triple-A teams to utilize AR for fan engagement on their iOS or Android mobile devices. (more…)
New North Shore Navigators Logos Unveiled
The North Shore Navigators (summer collegiate; Futures Collegiate Baseball League) have overhauled their branding, unveiling a new color scheme and logos ahead of the 2020 season. (more…)
Decision on McCoy Stadium Future Resumes in 2020
Deliberation from Pawtucket and Rhode Island officials on McCoy Stadium‘s future is on hold and will resume early next year, as the city’s decision to back a new downtown soccer stadium does not address the future of the property. (more…)