Baseball
MLB enjoyed record revenues of $10.3bn in 2018 – report
After passing the $10bn (€8.7bn) threshold in 2017, Major League Baseball's revenues climbed to $10.3bn last year, according to Forbes.
Rays to reduce stadium capacity ‘to create more intimate experience’
The Tampa Bay Rays, whose long-term future in Florida remains in severe doubt, are reducing the stadium capacity at Tropicana Field to create a more "intimate, entertaining and appealing" experience for …
San Francisco Giants install $10m scoreboard to help boost attendances
The San Francisco Giants are installing a $10m (€8.8m) scoreboard at AT&T Park in an attempt to improve the fan experience and boost attendances.
Boston Red Sox plan further Fenway Park improvements
More improvements to Fenway Park could be on the way
Toronto Blue Jays expect further attendance drop in 2019
The Toronto Blue Jays, who are in the middle of a rebuilding process on the field, are expecting a further drop in attendance next year
MLB strikes historic accord with Cuban federation
Major League Baseball has reached an agreement with the Cuban Baseball Federation that will allow citizens from the country to play in the US and return home
Montreal could be ready for MLB return
Montreal has been without Major League Baseball since the Expos moved to Washington D.C. following the 2004 season
Miami Marlins slash price of concessions for 2019
The Miami Marlins have become the latest major professional sports team to cut the price of concessions
Tampa Bay Rays back to square one in search for new stadium
The Tampa Bay Rays have been forced to restart their search for a new stadium after conceding that plans for an arena in Ybor City will not be finalised by this month’s deadline.
Seattle Mariners to seek naming-rights deal after 25-year lease renewal
The Seattle Mariners will begin the search for a stadium naming-rights deal after agreeing a 25-year lease to stay at the former Safeco Field
Investors looking to bring MLB expansion team to Las Vegas
A group of investors is working to bring a Major League Baseball team to Las Vegas, including building a ballpark
Brewers aim to drop merchandise prices after taking over team stores
The Milwaukee Brewers have taken control of their team stores at Miller Park, in a move the MLB team believe will lead to lower prices and better selection.
Red Sox-Yankees London series tickets to cost up to £385
Major League Baseball's first foray into Europe for an official game will be an expensive day out for fans
Oakland A’s unveil plans for new waterfront ballpark
The Oakland A’s MLB franchise has announced plans to build a new ballpark at the Howard Terminal waterfront site, which it hopes to open in 2023.
Fast fashion comes to Asia | Q&A Masanori Kawana, managing director, Fanatics Japan
Masanori Kawana, managing director, Fanatics Japan, came to prominence in October when he signed the company’s first vertical merchandising deal in Asia with the Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks. Here he speaks to Ben Cronin about the prospects for the company's fast fashion model in Asia.
Boston Red Sox and Chicago Cubs raising ticket prices for 2019
The cost of watching two of the most historic Major League Baseball teams is going to get a little more expensive next season
MLB owners approve Manfred contract extension until 2024
As widely expected, Major League Baseball owners have approved a new five-year term for commissioner Rob Manfred through the 2024 season.
Liberty Media sees value in Atlanta Braves ownership
US mass-media company Liberty Media has said it is committed to the Atlanta Braves, with the Major League Baseball franchise making money “at a pretty serious clip”.