A new Knoxville ballpark for the Tennessee Smokies (Double-A South) is moving forward, with funding included in a state budget proposal and the appointment of a city Sports Authority. (more…)
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Knox County moves forward with new Smokies ballpark
With Knox County signing off on a city-county sports authority, a new Tennessee Smokies (Class AA; Southern League) ballpark is one step closer to fruition. (more…)
Boyd joins Redbirds ownership group
Randy Boyd, owner of the Tennessee Smokies (Class AA; Southern League) and operator of three Appalachian League teams, has joined the Memphis Redbirds (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) ownership group headed by Peter Freund. (more…)
Work could begin next fall on new downtown Knoxville ballpark
If all goes well, Tennessee Smokies (Class AA; Southern League) owner Randy Boyd says construction of a new downtown Knoxville ballpark could begin next fall. (more…)
Future ballpark projects: Still waters run deep
Regular readers know we run a list of upcoming ballpark projects on the right-hand column of every Ballpark Digest page. This list includes projects on the MiLB, MLB, indy, summer-collegiate, spring-training and college-baseball fronts, and covers both new ballparks and renovations. Right now the list is a little wonky–and here’s why. (more…)
Boyd unveils vision for new Knoxville ballpark
Tennessee Smokies (Class AA; Southern League) owner Randy Boyd is going public with his plan for a $142-million mixed-use development in Knoxville’s Old City area, anchored by a new ballpark for his team. (more…)
Impact of Potential New Knoxville Ballpark: Beyond the Fences
Knoxville officials and the owners of the Tennessee Smokies (Class AA; Southern League) are discussing a new downtown ballpark — and potentially restoring a historic creek in the process. (more…)
Randy Boyd: No Ballpark on Knoxville Property
Though chatter concerning the Tennessee Smokies ‘ (Class AA; Southern League) potential return to Knoxville had mounted in recent weeks, owner Randy Boyd says it is not in the cards. (more…)
Smokies, Knoxville Had Ballpark Discussions
Though a development is years away, the Tennessee Smokies (Class AA; Southern League) and the City of Knoxville have discussed a new ballpark, according to recently uncovered emails. (more…)
No Imminent Plans for New Smokies Ballpark
In the aftermath of a land acquisition in downtown Knoxville, Tennessee Smokies (Class AA; Southern League) owner Randy Boyd says that no new ballpark talks are on the table. (more…)
Allen new Tennessee Smokies president
Here’s your daily update on the staff of the Tennessee Smokies (Class AA; Southern League): congrats to Chris Allen, the team’s new president/chief operating office. (more…)
Smokies Park / Tennessee Smokies
With the makeover of Smokies Park the last two years, the Tennessee Smokies (Class AA; Southern League) have positioned the facility as “America’s Friendliest Ballpark.” The label fits, as the franchise continues a needed ballpark refreshing. (more…)
Smokies named Southern League organization of the year
Nice honor for an organization on the rise: The Tennessee Smokies were awarded the Class AA Southern League’s 2014 Don Mincher Organization of the Year Award, as voted on by the league’s general managers. The franchise is also the circuit’s nomination for Minor League Baseball’s John H. Johnson President’s Award, which the Smokies also won […]