Relocation of ABC HQ Could Free Up Land for New Squirrels Ballpark

The Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority (ABC) and the Department of General Services (DGS) have announced a preferred relocation site in Mechanicsville (VA).  ABC’s current location is across the street from The Diamond and could be the landing spot for a new baseball stadium for the Richmond Flying Squirrels (Double-A, Eastern League) and VCU.  Read more here.

No New Ballpark Yet, But The Diamond is Getting Upgrades

There still is no firm plan for a new ballpark in Richmond (VA), but the Richmond Flying Squirrels (Double-A, Eastern League) will play at a significantly upgraded Diamond in 2018.  Read more here.

Possible Land Availability for Squirrels New Ballpark

A state agency with a significant footprint near The Diamond is on the hunt for a half million square feet of real estate, potentially making its current home a site for a new baseball stadium for the Richmond Flying Squirrels (Double-A, Eastern League).  Read more here.

New Marquee and Digital Message Center Coming to The Diamond

PRESS RELEASE – The Richmond Flying Squirrels, Virginia Commonwealth University and Elephant Auto Insurance broke ground Tuesday afternoon on construction of a new marquee and digital message center outside The Diamond.

The Diamond to Offer New Amenity, But Focus Still on New Ballpark

The Richmond Flying Squirrels (Double-A, Eastern League) on Thursday introduced the “Bistro at the Bullpen” at The Diamond — an exclusive, high-end 27-feet-by-27-feet party deck under construction down the right-field line.  Meanwhile, the Squirrels continue to work with Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) on new ballpark plans.  Read more here.

Storm Unveil 2016 California/Carolina League All-Star Game Logo

PRESS RELEASE – The Lake Elsinore Storm officially debuted the 2016 California/Carolina League All-Star Game logo today, kicking off a season-long celebration of the midsummer classic.

A New Proposal for The Diamond

A group of Richmond (VA)-based citizens, architects and developers are proposing a new vision for The Diamond on the Boulevard, the current home of the Richmond Flying Squirrels (Double-A, Eastern League).  The group plans to present their ideas to the media and the public on Wednesday, December 2 at 2:00 p.m.  Read more here.

Richmond Wants The Diamond, Surrounding Property

The city of Richmond (VA) is working to acquire The Diamond, home of the Double-A Richmond Flying Squirrels (Eastern League), and the nine acres where it sits.  The Richmond planning commission on Monday will consider an ordinance to allow the city to acquire the property from the Richmond Metropolitan Authority, which has owned the Diamond for almost 30 years.  Read more and view aerial photo here.

Council Prez Wants Referendum on Ballpark Site

Richmond (VA) City Council President Charles R. Samuels said Monday night he will introduce legislation at next week’s council meeting to call for a November referendum on the best site for a replacement for The Diamond, home of the Double-A Richmond Flying Squirrels (Eastern League).  Read more here.

Productive Ballpark Talks in Richmond

The Double-A Richmond Flying Squirrels (Eastern League) and city representatives met this past Friday to discuss the need for a new stadium to replace The Diamond.  Chuck Domino, the team’s chief executive manager, called the session “the most productive meeting we’ve had to date.”   Read more here.

Squirrels Extend Lease, The Diamond to Get New Lights

As reported earlier this week, the Double-A Richmond Flying Squirrels (Eastern League) have been looking for upgrades to The Diamond while continuing to pursue a new ballpark.  The team and the Richmond Metropolitan Authority (RMA) have tentatively agreed to extend the team’s existing lease agreement through 2015, with a two-year option through 2017.  To help seal the deal, the RMA will install new lights at the ballpark at a cost of $300,000.  Read more here.

Greener Pastures Not So Green

A. Barton Hinkle, senior editorial writer and columnist at the Richmond Times-Dispatch, takes a dim and seemingly bitter look at the status of Triple-A ball in Gwinnett County (GA).  As you recall, the Richmond Braves (International League) left Richmond (VA) and The Diamond for brand new $64 million ballpark outside Atlanta (GA).  Things have not turned out as rosy as predicted at Coolray Field.   Read more here.

More Band-Aids for The Diamond

While the Double-A Richmond Flying Squirrels (Eastern League) continue to slog through efforts to build a new stadium, The Diamond, the team’s current home, needs about $95,000 in field renovations and new lights at a cost of  about $300,000.  The Squirrels, the Richmond Metropolitan Authority, and VCU will share the cost for the field work, which will begin Wednesday.  Lights are another story.  Read more here.

City: Ballpark to be Home for New Veterans Memorial

Thousands of fans make their way out to The Diamond to see the Single-A Lake Elsinore Storm (California League) each season, which is the reason the Lake Elsinore City Council has decided to place the city’s new veterans memorial along the walkway leading to the stadium.  Read more here.

No More Nuts for Squirrels’ Ballpark

After spending $2.25 million on The Diamond over the past two seasons, the Double-A Richmond Flying Squirrels are not planning any additional improvements to the ballpark.  Focus is clearly on a new facility.  Read more here.

Ballpark Visit ALERT: The Diamond (Lake Elsinore, CA)

MiLB.com reporter Benjamin Hill visited The Diamond, home of the Single-A Lake Elsinore (CA) Storm.  During his tour, he tried heavy duty ballpark fare and picked up one of those Charlie Sheen-co De Mayo bobbleheads.  Read more and view photos here.  Read Hill’s article on the Storm’s iconic logo here.