Another endangered ballpark bites the dust, as McCoy Stadium, the former home of the Pawtucket Red Sox (Triple-A; International League), is undergoing a demolition that should be complete next month. (more…)
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Pawtucket sues PawSox over McCoy Stadium upkeep
The city of Pawtucket is suing the Pawtucket Red Sox (Class AAA; International League)–soon to be the Worcester Red Sox–for a payout to make up for deficient maintenance and repairs to McCoy Stadium as the team’s lease ends January 31. (more…)
Professional Baseball Still in Play for McCoy Stadium
Professional baseball is still in play as a future use for Pawtucket’s McCoy Stadium, but it will take time for city and state leaders to determine long-term plans for the ballpark. (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…)
Future of McCoy Stadium Uncertain as Evaluation Process Continues
No final decision has been made about the future of McCoy Stadium, but Pawtucket and Rhode Island officials are reportedly analyzing a downtown development proposal in their ongoing evaluation process. (more…)
McCoy Stadium Future Could Revolve Around Sports
No decisions have been made yet, but Rhode Island state officials indicate that a sports-related proposal could end up shaping the future of Pawtucket’s McCoy Stadium. (more…)
Pawtucket, State Officials Closing in on McCoy Stadium Decision
Pawtucket and Rhode Island officials could soon make a decision on the future of McCoy Stadium, current home of the soon-to-relocate Pawtucket Red Sox (Class AAA; International League). (more…)
McCoy Stadium Pitches Under Consideration
With the Pawtucket Red Sox (Class AAA; International League) set to move in the coming years, Rhode Island and local officials continue to evaluate proposals for the future of McCoy Stadium. (more…)
Sports-Related Pitches Sought in McCoy Stadium RFP
Pawtucket and Rhode Island officials could leave McCoy Stadium operational after the Pawtucket Red Sox (Class AAA; International League) depart, as a new request for proposal seeks sports and event-related pitches. (more…)
The Collapse of the Pawtucket Ballpark Deal
If the Pawtucket Red Sox (Class AAA; International League) execute a planned move to Worcester, MA, it will come after long and tumultuous negotiations to remain in Pawtucket. (more…)
With PawSox Eyeing Move, McCoy Stadium Faces Uncertain Future
Now that the Pawtucket Red Sox (Class AAA; International League) are targeting a new Worcester, MA ballpark, officials are starting to consider the future of McCoy Stadium. (more…)
RI Governor Signs PawSox Ballpark Bill; Team Still Noncommittal
Rhode Island Gov. Gina Raimondo signed legislation providing for financing of a new Pawtucket Red Sox (Class AAA; International League) ballpark — but the team still has not committed to staying in Rhode Island, with a Worcester, MA offer also on the table. (more…)
Could Worcester Land PawSox?
With an undisclosed offer from Worcester and a revised funding plan approved by the Rhode Island General Assembly, the Pawtucket Red Sox (Class AAA; International League) will face a big decision about the team’s future in coming days. (more…)