The Mesa HoHoKams, key in originally attracting spring training to Mesa, will have a continued presence at the new Cactus League home of the Chicago Cubs when it opens in 2014. (more…)
Author Archive | Kevin Reichard
Osceola County delays vote on new Washington Nationals spring-training facility
A final decision on a new Washington Nationals spring-training facility in Kissimmee has been delayed a month by Osceola County commissioners, as local business groups ask for time to review the agreement. (more…)
Will Tucson spring training return?
With the impending departure of the Tucson Padres (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League), local officials are debating what can be done to bring back minor-league baseball or spring training to the city. (more…)
Tourism Board approves new Nationals spring ballpark
The Osceola County Tourism Board has signed off on a $98-million plan for a new Nationals spring ballpark in Kissimmee, but the proposal is sure to face close scrutiny from the full county Board of Commissioners. (more…)
Crane: Astros close to finalizing Palm Beach spring training site
Houston Astros owner Jim Crane says the team is close to finalizing a deal for a Palm Beach spring training site that could open in 2017. (more…)
New spring complex pitched for Osceola County
Two new teams could be training in the greater Orlando area by 2015, as Osceola County officials receive a pitch for a new $98-million spring-training complex. (more…)
Spring training museum pitched for Mesa
The Mesa Historical Museum is proposing a $17-million Arizona Spring Training Experience, Museum and Community Center, with voters potentially deciding on the project in a November referendum. (more…)
Tiger Town renovations scaled back
Tiger Town renovations at the Lakeland spring-training complex has been scaled back, as city and county officials work to put together a funding plan. (more…)
Oakland, Mesa reach final agreement on HoHoKam Park move
It’s close to official: the city of Mesa and the Oakland A’s have reached agreement on a lease for HoHoKam Park beginning in 2015, subject to approval from the City Council on Monday. (more…)
Populous awarded Twins spring-complex design project
The contract to design upgrades to Lee County Sports Complex and Hammond Stadium, home of Minnesota Twins spring training, has been awarded to Populous. (more…)
