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…)
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PawSox Ballpark Financing Plan Passes RI Senate; Next Stop, Governor
A Pawtucket Red Sox (Class AAA; International League) ballpark financing bill was passed last night by the Rhode Island Senate and sent to Gov. Gina Raimondo for her approval, but it’s not clear that it will be embraced by PawSox ownership. (more…)
Request for Team Financial Data Could Trip Up PawSox Ballpark Deal
A request to see the Pawtucket Red Sox (Class AAA; International League) financial books could end up dooming a potential ballpark deal, as team owners debate whether to provide the data. (more…)
No State Money for New PawSox Ballpark This Year: Legislators
The Rhode Island General Assembly will not take up consideration of $23 million in state funding for a new Pawtucket Red Sox (Class AAA; International League) ballpark in this current legislative session, with leaders saying it’s too late in the process for consideration of such a big-buck expenditure. (more…)