We end 2016 with a countdown of the 10 biggest stories of the year on Ballpark Digest, as chosen by editors and partially based on page views. Today, #2: The Texas Rangers secure a plan for a new ballpark. (more…)
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New Leaders On Board for Athletics, Rangers Ballpark Efforts
The Oakland Athletics named Dave Kaval as president, with a prime focus on working out a new ballpark plan for the team, while Jack Hill, who worked on the original development of Globe Life Park, is now leading the planning of a new Texas Rangers ballpark. (more…)
Rangers: New Ballpark Could Open in 2020
Now that Arlington voters have approved a new retractable-roof ballpark, the Texas Rangers are saying that the facility will open in 2020. (more…)
Voters Overwhelmingly Approve New Rangers Ballpark Funding
In the end, the vote wasn’t close, as Arlington voters overwhelmingly approved the use of hotel and car taxes to help finance a new retractable-roof Texas Rangers ballpark. (more…)
Rangers Ballpark Proposal on the Ballot
Election Day is here, meaning that Arlington voters will finally decide the fate of a proposed retractable-roof ballpark for the Texas Rangers. (more…)
Arlington Mayor Criticized for Comments on Ballpark Opponents
Comments by Arlington mayor Jeff Williams about opponents of a proposed Texas Rangers ballpark have drawn considerable scrutiny. (more…)
Rangers Ballpark Cost in Dispute
A recent report on the proposed Texas Rangers’ retractable-roof ballpark stated that the final cost for taxpayers could be near $1.7 billion, but some experts dispute that finding. (more…)
Poll: Voters Split on Rangers Ballpark Plan
Election Day is coming closer, but recent polling does not show a clear consensus on the fate of a proposed retractable-roof ballpark for the Texas Rangers. (more…)
If Referendum Fails, is Dallas an Option for Rangers?
As the Texas Rangers continue their pursuit of a new retractable-roof ballpark, some are wondering if Dallas is a viable backup option. (more…)
Rangers Finalize Kinston Purchase
This news was inevitable, but the Texas Rangers have finalized their purchase of the new High-A Carolina League franchise in Kinston. (more…)
Upgrades Approved for Grainger Stadium
With the Texas Rangers bringing a Carolina League to town in 2017, Kinston officials have approved $1.65 million in upgrades to Grainger Stadium for 2017 and 2018. (more…)
Texas Live! Construction to Start in November
Construction will begin in November for Texas Live!, the mixed-use development planned by the Texas Rangers and Cordish Companies. (more…)
Rangers Confirm Plans To Repurpose Globe Life Park
The Texas Rangers and Arlington Mayor Jeff Williams confirmed plans to convert Globe Life Park to a variety of new uses should voters approve plans for a new retractable-roof ballpark in November’s elections. (more…)