A meeting between Oakland, Alameda County and Oakland A’s officials today reportedly went well, enhancing the chances the team will be able to reach a deal to continue play at the Oakland Coliseum until a new Las Vegas ballpark opens in 2028 or 2029. (more…)
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New Richmond ballpark groundbreaking expected this spring
With additional investors in place, the team behind the creation of a new Richmond ballpark as well as other development in The Diamond vicinity expects a groundbreaking on the Flying Squirrels facility later in the spring. (more…)
2023 Ballpark of the Year: Neuroscience Group Field at Fox Cities Stadium
After an imaginative upgrade that both allowed the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers to meet Major League Baseball’s new facility standards and once again enhance the fan experience, Neuroscience Group Field at Fox Cities Stadium is Ballpark Digest’s 2023 Ballpark of the Year. (more…)
Final budget, public contribution to new Lookouts ballpark set
The $120-million budget and public contribution to a new Lookouts ballpark was finalized by the team, the project developer, Chattanooga and Hamilton County officials, with the public money less than originally contemplated. (more…)
Aces announce $4M-plus Greater Nevada Field investment
Another team tackles new MiLB facility standards, as the Reno Aces (Triple-A; Pacific Coast League) announced a $4-million-plus Greater Nevada Field investment in privately funded renovations for the 2024 season. (more…)
2023 Broadcaster of the Year: Alex Cohen
Our first stop on the 2023 Ballpark Digest Awards season tour: The 2023 Ballpark Digest Broadcaster of the Year is Alex Cohen, Voice of the Iowa Cubs (Triple-A; International League). (more…)
Personnel news: Québec, Omaha, Washington, Charleston, Biloxi
We have personnel news today from the Omaha Storm Chasers (Triple-A; Pacific Coast League), Québec Capitales (Frontier League), Washington Wild Things (Frontier League), Charleston Dirty Birds (Atlantic League) and Biloxi Shuckers (Double-A; Southern League). (more…)
New downtown Waco ballpark under review
A new downtown Waco ballpark is under consideration as part of a larger development that could include a new convention center hotel–with MLB Partner Leagues and MiLB owners interested in the market. (more…)
Renovated Golden Park to host relocating Mississippi Braves
After the Columbus Council approved $50 million in bonding for a renovated Golden Park, it was announced the Mississippi Braves (Double-A; Southern League) would be relocating to the Georgia city for the 2025 season. (more…)
Hops press Oregon Legislature for new-ballpark funding
If the Oregon Legislature does not approve $15 million in funding for a new Hillsboro Hops ballpark by a March 15 deadline, the team may be forced to leave in the face of MiLB’s facility standards. (more…)
New lease, Gesa Stadium improvements for Dust Devils
The Tri-City Dust Devils (High-A; Northwest League) are the latest team to address MiLB’s upgraded facility specs, as the team is signing a 20-year lease with Pasco that includes Gesa Stadium improvements. (more…)
Cost of new Chattanooga Lookouts ballpark now pegged at $120 million
The price of a new Chattanooga Lookouts ballpark is now estimated to be at $120 million, but the public contribution will remain capped under the terms of the development deal struck with the city and county. (more…)
Personnel news: Dayton Dragons
We have personnel news today from the Dayton Dragons (High-A; Midwest League) covering the promotions of two key executives: Brandy Guinaugh and John Wallace. (more…)