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LOS ANGELES, 03/27/2008 -- Los Angeles Dodger Owner and Chairman Frank McCourt unveiled the new Field Level concourse and clubs today. The multi-million dollar Field Level restoration project was completed this off-season and includes double the number of concession stands and restrooms, new concession partners, two new clubs for Baseline Box seat holders, expanded walkways, new signage, and energy efficient equipment. The improved Field Level will be in full operation starting tomorrow, Friday, March 28 when the Dodgers play against the Boston Red Sox in an exhibition game.    » read more »

City, county, state, and federal honors for Dodgers' 50th anniversary

LOS ANGELES, 03/27/2008 -- The Los Angeles Dodgers will receive two resolutions, a commendation and a note on the Congressional record it was announced today. Frank and Jamie McCourt will accept a City of Los Angeles Resolution, a Los Angeles County Commendation, a California State Legislature Resolution and a Congressional Record. The ceremony will be held tomorrow, March 28, at 10 a.m. at Los Angeles City Hall - John Ferraro Council Chamber (200 North Spring Street, Room 340, Los Angeles, CA 90012).    » read more »

Los Angeles Dodgers to move closer to California in 2009

LOS ANGELES, 03/27/2008 -- Los Angeles Dodger Owner Frank McCourt announced today that the Dodgers have finalized arrangements for their Spring Training complex in Glendale, AZ, and will play there when Spring Training begins in February, 2009.    » read more »

03/26/2008, MESA, Ariz. -- The Chicago Cubs today announced that the club has granted infielder Alex Cintron his release.

Alex Cintron, 29, was signed by the Chicago Cubs as a minor league free agent February 18 of this season.

Chicago Cubs' active roster of 30 players consists of:
- 16 pitchers (including non-roster invitee Chad Fox),
- two catchers,
- seven infielders, and
- five outfielders.

Source: MLB

Invitee Juan Gonzalez placed on inactive list

JUPITER, Fla., 03/26/2008 -- The St. Louis Cardinals today announced that they have re-assigned three pitchers to their Minor League camp and have placed non-roster outfielder Juan Gonzalez on the temporarily inactive list.

The pitchers sent out today included relievers Hugo Castellanos, Chris Perez and Cliff Politte.

Following today's transactions, the St. Louis Cardinals have 27 players remaining in camp:
- 13 pitchers,
- two catchers,
- seven infielders, and
- five outfielders.

Source: MLB

Milwaukee Brewers on Deck scheduled prior to Saturday's Spring Training season finale; All tickets priced at $10

MILWAUKEE, 03/26/2008 -- With Spring Training winding down in Arizona and Opening Day less than a week away, Brewers fans will be able to get up close to their team this weekend at Miller Park. Tickets remain on sale for the Milwaukee Brewers two final exhibition games to be played at Miller Park against the Kansas City Royals on Friday, March 28 and Saturday, March 29.

The Brewers will also host Brewers On Deck, the team's annual Fan Fest and season preview, at Miller Park prior to the Spring Training season finale this Saturday, starting at 10 a.m.    » read more »

Tickets to doubleheader go on sale Tuesday, April 1

WEST ALLIS, Wis., 03/27/2008 -- The Milwaukee Brewers and Wisconsin State Fair have teamed up again in 2008 to provide fans with special ticket savings on admittance to Brewers home games and the Wisconsin State Fair. For just $24, fans who purchase two Terrace Reserved Tickets for one of six select Brewers home games will receive two State Fair Admission tickets, valid for any day throughout the 11-day run of the 2008 Wisconsin State Fair, from July 31-August 10.    » read more »

03/25/2008 -- The Atlanta Braves will host the Pittsburgh Pirates for Opening Night 2008 on Monday, March 31 with a 7:10 first pitch. Pre-game ceremonies beginning at 6:30 p.m. will feature a video tribute to the Braves storied franchise, the longest continuously operating franchise in Major League Baseball. After full squad introductions, recording star Diana DeGarmo will sing the National Anthem and pilots from Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base, New Orleans will perform a fly over in F-18 Hornets.    » read more »

03/27/2008 -- Monday, March 31 - Atlanta Braves vs. Pittsburgh Pirates, 7:10 p.m. - Tom Glavine vs. Ian Snell

• Opening Night at Turner Field - Pre-game ceremonies beginning at 6:30 p.m. will feature a video tribute to the Braves storied franchise, the longest continuously operating franchise in Major League Baseball. After full squad introductions, recording star Diana DeGarmo will sing the National Anthem and pilots from Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base, New Orleans will perform a fly over in F-18 Hornets.

• Nationally touring country band Whiskey Falls will perform their song "Load up the Bases", written for the Braves 2008 season, pre-game in Fan Plaza, and will sing God Bless America during the seventh inning stretch.    » read more »

03/27/2008 -- The New York Yankees will open the 2008 Championship Season-the 106th in franchise history and the 84th and final season at the current Yankee Stadium-on Monday, March 31 vs. the Toronto Blue Jays at 1:05 p.m.

Originally constructed prior to the 1923 season, Yankee Stadium was remodeled in 1974 and 1975. The club will move into a new state-of-the-art Yankee Stadium across the street from the current Stadium in 2009.

Hall of Famer Reggie Jackson will throw out the game's ceremonial first pitch in a season that marks the 30th anniversary of the Yankees' 1978 World Championship campaign. Public address announcer Bob Sheppard will not attend the game as he continues to recuperate from illness. His longtime backup, Jim Hall, will serve in his place.    » read more »

03/27/2008 -- The New York Yankees today announced that infielder/outfielder Shelley Duncan is the recipient of the 2008 James P. Dawson Award, given annually to the outstanding Yankees rookie in Spring Training. Duncan will receive the award in a pre-game ceremony today, prior to the Yankees' 1:15 p.m. game vs. the Pittsburgh Pirates at the newly renamed George M. Steinbrenner Field.    » read more »

Double Duty Classic to feature high school talent from across Midwest and commemorate 75th anniversary of East-West All-Star Game

CHICAGO, 03/27/2008 -- This summer, the Chicago White Sox will host the first-ever Double Duty Classic - an event celebrating the history and tradition of Negro Leagues baseball in Chicago and promoting the next generation of inner-city baseball players.

The game will take place on Monday, July 7 at U.S. Cellular Field with inner city high school players from across the Midwest (Chicago, Detroit, Indianapolis, Kansas City, Milwaukee and St. Louis) participating in the All-Star showcase. The players will dress in uniforms honoring the Negro Leagues' East-West All-Star Game.    » read more »

Historic plaza and monument, renovated Stadium Club and new concession items featured in 2008

CHICAGO, 03/27/2008 -- The Chicago White Sox have a number of new programs and offerings in place for 2008 that will make for a better fan experience at U.S. Cellular Field.

Those new elements include:

* "Champions Plaza"/"Championship Moments Monument": The White Sox will unveil the "Champions Plaza" and "Championship Moments" monument, prior to the game on Friday, April 11. The new brick plaza, located at the ballpark's main entrance at Gate 4, is comprised of "legacy bricks" inscribed with personal messages from fans and features an historic timeline highlighting franchise milestones.    » read more »

03/26/2008 -- Monday, March 31 vs. Los Angrles Angels (6:05 p.m.) - Opening Day
Opening Night presented by Target    » read more »

Good baseball tickets remain for balance of opening homestand

MINNEAPOLIS-ST. PAUL, 03/27/2008 -- The Minnesota Twins announced today that the team's home opener Monday, March 31 (6:05 p.m.) versus the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim is sold out. As of today, only a limited number of obstructed view tickets remain for the Twins 48th annual home opener. A limited number of obstructed view tickets in the Upper Club seating area - regularly priced at $21 - are available for $10.50 while supplies last.    » read more »