A point of contention between Oakland and the Athletics has been who will pay for Port of Oakland infrastructure upgrades for a new ballpark. Now it looks like the state may step in and fund many of the changes. (more…)
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Clark County Signs off on Las Vegas Ballpark Fireworks
Clark County officials approved a request from Las Vegas Aviators (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) ownership that permits up to six post-game firework shows annually at Las Vegas Ballpark. (more…)
Special Use Permit Sought for Land Around Las Vegas Ballpark
Las Vegas Aviators (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) ownership has filed for a special use permit that would cover over 116 acres surrounding Las Vegas Ballpark, the team’s home in Summerlin. (more…)
We Could See Las Vegas Aviators in 2019
The Las Vegas 51s (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) are rebranding in 2019 after a move to a new Summerlin ballpark, and a leading name for the team is the Las Vegas Aviators. (more…)
Naming Rights on Tap for New Las Vegas Ballpark
In another sign that progress is being made on a Summerlin Las Vegas 51s (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) facility, an $80-milion, 20-year naming rights deal for a new Las Vegas ballpark could be approved by the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority this week. (more…)
51s Ballpark in Summerlin Under Discussion
Talks for a new Las Vegas 51s (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) ballpark are progressing, with the effort focused on tying the venue to an NHL training facility in Summerlin. (more…)
Summerlin Could Offer Solution for 51s
In the midst of their effort to replace Cashman Field, the Las Vegas 51s (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) could find a solution in Summerlin. (more…)
Cost Concerns Stall 51’s Ballpark Plan
Discussions on a new ballpark in Summerlin for the Las Vegas 51s (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) have stalled, with Clark County officials citing the cost as an obstacle. (more…)
51s Still Pursuing New Ballpark
As questions linger about Cashman Field‘s viability, the Las Vegas 51s (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) say they are pursuing a new ballpark in the region. (more…)
Vegas: We’re not paying for new 51s ballpark
Las Vegas officials say the city is highly unlikely to contribute to construction of a new Las Vegas 51s (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) ballpark, forcing team officials to come up with a Plan B. The 51s requested help from the city even though the ballpark is being built in an unincorporated area just outside […]
Las Vegas: We want to keep 51s
After years of ignoring the issue, Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn Goodman wants to see the owners of the Las Vegas 51s (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) fix up Cashman Field — but came up short of offering city assistance. The new owners of the 51s — Howard Hughes Corporation and Play Ball Owners Group — […]
Sale of Las Vegas 51s finalized; new owners pitch Summerlin ballpark
With the $20-million sale of the Las Vegas 51s (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) completed, the new owners are pitching a new ballpark in suburban Summerlin as the ideal way to revitalize the franchise. The 51s are mired in a rundown facility, Cashman Field, and efforts to bring a new ballpark to Las Vegas over […]
Future of Vegas baseball in Summerlin? Maybe
A recent spat over the future of baseball in Las Vegas has everything to do with development and nothing to do with baseball, as the future of the sport in Sin City may rest in a nearby suburb. With the sale of the Las Vegas 51s (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) certain — Derek Stevens […]