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Ballpark Digest @ballparkdigest.bsky.social · 10d

It looks like a new proposal for a new Kansas City Royals ballpark is once again imminent, but what side of the state line the team lands on remains to be seen. #MLB #sportsbiz #baseballbiz ballparkdigest.com/2025/10/22/d...

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Ballpark Digest @ballparkdigest.bsky.social · 13d

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Ballpark Digest @ballparkdigest.bsky.social · 13d

These are the little changes that matter to true baseball fans. The legendary CITGO Sign outside Fenway Park is moving--but just a little. It's located at Kenmore Square (660 Beacon Street), and the move will reposition the iconic Boston Landmark some 30 feet higher and 120 feet to the east.

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Ballpark Digest @ballparkdigest.bsky.social · 16d

After a season spent as a Major League Baseball venue, more Steinbrenner Field renovations are on tap, as Hillsborough County approves $17.9 million in bed-tax proceeds for upgrades to the spring home of the New York Yankees. #MLB #sportsbiz #baseballbiz ballparkdigest.com/2025/10/16/c...

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Ballpark Digest @ballparkdigest.bsky.social · 24d

The offseason makeover of the 2026 Pioneer League continues, as the new Long Beach team in the MLB Partner Leaguer announced six name semifinalists and more details emerge about a Modesto team. #sportsbiz #baseballbiz ballparkdigest.com/2025/10/08/2...

Ballpark Digest @ballparkdigest.bsky.social · 25d

In an introductory press conference that didn’t present many surprises, the new Tampa Bay Rays ownership confirmed a goal for a new ballpark by 2029 and announced short-term improvements to Tropicana Field. Could St. Pete be in the mix? #MLB #sportsbiz #baseballbiz ballparkdigest.com/2025/10/07/t...

Ballpark Digest @ballparkdigest.bsky.social · Oct 1

With the official closing of the sale of Tampa Bay to a Jacksonville group led by developer Patrick Zalupski, let the chatter of a new Rays ballpark begin–but don’t expect anything soon. #MLB #sportsbiz #baseballbiz ballparkdigest.com/2025/10/01/n...

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Ballpark Digest @ballparkdigest.bsky.social · Sep 30

A New York community advisory committee has advanced a proposed Citi Field casino to a final round, as the Metropolitan Park project pushed by the New York Mets is still alive to potentially land a downstate casino license. #MLB #sportsbiz #baseballbiz ballparkdigest.com/2025/09/30/c...

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Ballpark Digest @ballparkdigest.bsky.social · Sep 29

Economic development was cited by local politicos when the decision was made to fund Goodyear Ballpark, and that development is finally on the way with the announcement of Ballpark Village, to be located north of the ballpark. #MLB #sportsbiz #baseballbiz www.springtrainingonline.com/development-...

Ballpark Digest @ballparkdigest.bsky.social · Sep 29

We have some more details about a new Athletics ballpark, as Bally’s announced plans for the casino, hotel and associated development surrounding the 2028 Las Vegas facility. #MLB #sportsbiz #baseballbiz ballparkdigest.com/2025/09/29/b...

Bally’s plans for the casino, hotel and associated development surrounding the 2028 Las Vegas facility.

Ballpark Digest @ballparkdigest.bsky.social · Sep 23

With planning stalled as Pinellas County officials focused more on a new Tampa Bay Rays ballpark, discussions on BayCare Ballpark renovations and site redevelopment are back. #MLB #sportsbiz #baseballbiz #springtraining www.springtrainingonline.com/baycare-ball...

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Ballpark Digest @ballparkdigest.bsky.social · Sep 23

As expected, MLB owners unanimously approved a $1.7 billion Tampa Bay Rays sale to Florida investors, who face some immediate challenges on the ballpark and front-office fronts. #MLB #sportsbiz #baseballbiz ballparkdigest.com/2025/09/23/t...

Archival rendering of proposed Ybor City ballpark for Tampa Bay Rays

Ballpark Digest @ballparkdigest.bsky.social · Sep 18

Some 2026 MLB schedule emerge. We have details on the Little League Classic (Braves vs. Brewers) and Field of Dreams (Twins vs. Phillies, Saints vs. I-Cubs). Cancelled: a London Stadium series. #MLB #MiLB #sportsbiz #baseballbiz ballparkdigest.com/2025/09/18/2...

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Ballpark Digest @ballparkdigest.bsky.social · Sep 18

After sizable grants from the Steve & Alexandra Cohen Foundation and the Amazin’ Mets Foundation, the International Women’s Baseball Center (IWBC) can move forward with Phase One of Beyer Stadium renovations. #womensbaseball #sportsbiz #baseballbiz ballparkdigest.com/2025/09/18/m...

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Ballpark Digest @ballparkdigest.bsky.social · Sep 16

We’ll see more TigerTown player facilities upgrades for 2027, as the Detroit Tigers are adding a new Player Development Academy to the team’s Lakeland training complex. #MLB #sportsbiz #baseballbiz www.springtrainingonline.com/detroit-upgr...

Renovations at TigerTown, the Detroit Tigers training facility in Lakeland, Florida.

Ballpark Digest @ballparkdigest.bsky.social · Sep 11

Now shipping from the August Publications offices: The Complete Guide to Spring Training 2026 for Arizona and Florida, in print, Kindle, B&N Nook, Kobo, Google Play and Apple Books versions. #MLB #sportsbiz #publishing ballparkdigest.com/2025/09/11/n...

Book covers for The Complete Guide to Spring Training 2026 for Arizona and Florida

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Ballpark Digest @ballparkdigest.bsky.social · Sep 10

MLB’s ownership committee is reviewing the $1.7 billion Tampa Bay Rays sale to a Florida investment group, and if approved the purchase will be submitted to Major League Baseball owners for final approval. #MLB #sportsbiz #baseballbiz ballparkdigest.com/2025/09/10/m...

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Ballpark Digest @ballparkdigest.bsky.social · Sep 9

With the Arizona Legislature approving a Chase Field funding plan, renovations to the home of the Arizona Diamondbacks are being planned out. #MLB #sportsbiz #baseballbiz ballparkdigest.com/2025/09/09/c...

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Ballpark Digest @ballparkdigest.bsky.social · Sep 9

The independent Pioneer League will expand its California footprint in 2026 with teams in Long Beach and Modesto, as the Grand Junction Jackalopes announced a relocation from Suplizio Field. (Courtesy Long Beach State.) #sportsbiz #baseballbiz #MiLB ballparkdigest.com/2025/09/09/p...

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Ballpark Digest @ballparkdigest.bsky.social · Sep 8

The long-simmering RFK Stadium demolition has reached a new phase, with interior work completed and the exterior–including the iconic roofline–set to come down over the next year. #MLB #sportsbiz #oldballparks ballparkdigest.com/2025/09/06/r...

Ballpark Digest @ballparkdigest.bsky.social · Sep 5

Now shipping: Arizona and Florida editions of The Complete Guide to Spring Training 2026! Start your planning now! For those keeping score at home, the FL edition is slightly outselling the AZ edition—a reversal from sales over the past few spring seasons. Order your copy at augustpublications.com!

Ballpark Digest @ballparkdigest.bsky.social · Aug 22

With the cost of materials on the rise and the expected cost of the project approaching $2 billion, construction of a new A’s ballpark in Las Vegas moves forward. #MLB #sportsbiz #baseballbiz ballparkdigest.com/2025/08/21/c...

Ballpark Digest @ballparkdigest.bsky.social · Aug 1

As expected, MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred formally announced today that the 2027 All-Star Gamewas awarded to the Chicago Cubs and Wrigley Field. #MLB #sportsbiz #baseballbiz ballparkdigest.com/2025/08/01/c...

Ballpark Digest @ballparkdigest.bsky.social · Jul 11

Tentatively appearing on Southern California Public Radio on Monday to discuss the original LA Wrigley Field. Will pass along deets asap.

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Ballpark Digest @ballparkdigest.bsky.social · Jul 9

We have some updated information about 2026 World Baseball Classic tickets on sale, as early release to Miami Marlins and Houston Astros season-ticket holders are available for ordering now. #MLB #2026springtraining #springtraining www.springtrainingonline.com/2026-world-b...

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