St. Lucie County Commissioners voted this morning to approve a $57 million First Data Field renovation, meaning that New York Mets spring training will be retained through at least 2042. (more…)
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Mets Threaten Spring Move from Port St. Lucie: Report
A local report has the New York Mets potentially leaving Port St. Lucie for spring training unless St. Lucie County stops changing the terms of renovations to First Data Field, which the pair had agreed to in 2017. (more…)
New for 2019: American Family Fields of Phoenix
The Milwaukee Brewers formally unveiled renovations to their Phoenix spring-training home and announced a new name for the complex: American Family Fields of Phoenix. (more…)
Mets Could Visit Syracuse for Exhibition Game
Though no official announcement has been made, it appears that the New York Mets could visit the home of the Syracuse Mets (Class AAA; International League) for an exhibition game this spring. (more…)
Development on Horizon for Camelback Ranch-Glendale Area
When Glendale (Az.) officials committed to funding Camelback Ranch-Glendale as a spring-training destination, economic development was a prime consideration. That long-awaited development could now be on the horizon. (more…)
Prepping for Spring Training 2019
With training camps in full swing in a month, it’s time to look at the ballpark changes on hand for spring training 2019, which includes one major renovation and one new Florida ballpark—opening for a single game. (more…)
Sounds to Host Rangers in 2019 Exhibition
The Nashville Sounds (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) will host parent club Texas Rangers in a 2019 exhibition game at First Tennessee Park on Sunday, March 24 at 1:05 p.m. It will be the first MLB exhibition game played in Nashville since 1999. (more…)
Brewers Celebrate Topping Out Ceremony for Maryvale Baseball Park Renovation
The Milwaukee Brewers hosted a topping out ceremony for spring training’s Maryvale Baseball Park renovation on Monday, marking a milestone in the construction process. The topping out ceremony commemorated the last beam that was lifted into place. (more…)
Now Available: The Complete Guide to Spring Training 2019 / Florida
Some book news to share with you: The Complete Guide to Spring Training 2019 / Florida is now available for preorder, with an early September shipping date. For a limited time, we’ll sweeten the deal with a free eBook download with every preorder! (more…)
Florida Spring Training Generates More Than $680M in Economic Impact
The 2018 Major League Baseball spring training season in Florida generated an economic impact of $687.1 million, according to a new Florida Sports Foundation study. The study also showed that 7,152 jobs are created annually by Florida Spring Training, accounting for $253.5 million in wages. (more…)
Study: Cactus League Provides Economic Boost in 2018
The 2018 Cactus League spring training season generated over $370 million for Arizona’s gross domestic product (GDP), according to the findings of a newly released study. (more…)
Braves to Top Off New Spring Training Facility Friday
The Atlanta Braves will celebrate a milestone on Friday morning, whey they host a topping off ceremony at their upcoming spring training complex in North Port, FL. (more…)
Cards, Marlins Halt Roger Dean Stadium Upgrades
For the time being, the St. Louis Cardinals and Miami Marlins are halting their proposal for Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium upgrades. (more…)