Peanuts and Cracker Jack may be the historic accompaniments to a baseball game, but today’s fans are more likely to be consuming a beer than searching for a digital prize. No surprise beer is making ballpark news; here are some highlights for 2019. (more…)
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Kind of a Big Deal: Anchorman Mascot Race Debuts at Petco Park
Stay classy, San Diego: Ron Burgundy was the winner as the San Diego Padres unveiled an Anchorman mascot race at Petco Park. (more…)
2019 Preview: San Diego Padres, Petco Park
Ballpark Digest is previewing what every MLB team is doing to begin the season, both on and off the field, as the 2019 campaign is around the corner. Up next: the San Diego Padres and Petco Park. (more…)
Signature Beers at the Ballpark
Ballparks have evolved from simple sports venues to sophisticated operations where food and beverage are integral parts of the fan experience. Beer is especially marketed as integral to baseball—and many MLB teams have embraced signature beers as a result. (more…)
2018 Preview: San Diego Padres, Petco Park
Ballpark Digest is previewing what every MLB team is doing to begin the season, both on and off the field, as the 2018 campaign launches today. Up next: the San Diego Padres and Petco Park. (more…)
Petco Park Extended Netting to Exceed MLB Guidelines
The San Diego Padres have announced plans for extended netting at Petco Park, which will exceed Major League Baseball guidelines. The netting will be in place for the 2018 season. (more…)
Solar Power System Coming to Petco Park
The San Diego Padres will install a new solar power system at Petco Park that is being billed as the largest in Major League Baseball. Installation of the 336,520-watt Sullivan Solar Power system is in progress, and is slated to finish prior to Opening Day on March 29. (more…)
At Least Three MLB Teams Extending Netting for 2018
After yesterday’s tragic incident where a young girl was severely injured by a foul ball at Yankee Stadium, three MLB teams announced they would extend netting for 2018 — and we expect more announcements in coming weeks. (more…)
Mike Dee Out as Padres President and CEO
After another rough season on the field, the San Diego Padres are parting ways with president and CEO Mike Dee. (more…)
Qualcomm, OSIsoft Announce Pecto Park Project
To improve sustainability at Petco Park, the San Diego Padres have partnered with Qualcomm Intelligent Solutions and OSIsoft on an intelligence system. This installation is aimed to provide the Padres with state-of-the-art resources to monitor utilities and analyze ways to increase efficiency. (more…)
Dodger Stadium, Petco Park, Marlins Park to Host WBC Games
We finally have the lineup for the 2017 World Baseball Classic games in North America, and a solid trio of ballparks is hosting first-round games, semifinals and finals: Dodger Stadium, Petco Park and Marlins Park. (more…)
FanFest Adds to All-Star Experience
Christina Griffith is a Boston Red Sox fan who used to live in Massachusetts, but as a San Diego transplant, she has adopted the Padres as her hometown team, complete with season tickets to Petco Park. (more…)
Top Five Opening Day Matchups
Opening Day is right around the corner, bringing about a new Major League Baseball season and returning fans to the ballpark. While those with the privilege of attending any of the opening games will surely enjoy the experience, a few matchups in particular offer another level of intrigue. (more…)