Economic Development Futures Journal

Sunday, September 21, 2003

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Greenville Braves: On the Move?

Greenville South Carolina is facing a not-so-subtle challenge that's all too common in the world of minor league baseball's musical stadiums — there's no guarantee the Greenville Braves will stay here.

Steve DeSalvo, Braves general manager, told The Greenville News his team would entertain offers from other cities, as well as other developers in Greenville while negotiating for a new ballpark in the West End.

The Braves play in the 10-team Southern League, where five teams have switched cities since the class AA Braves moved to Greenville from Savannah, Ga., in 1984.

Could your community face a similar situation in the future? Consider the possibility from the day the team arrives in your town. Go here to read more.

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