Charles Schwab Field Omaha (TDAPO)

almighty_tuna · Post by **almighty_tuna** » Mon Dec 09, 2024 7:46 pm

Obviously SOMEBODY hasn't been listening to Rod Yates and the Omaha Prairie Hawks NHL expansion team and NIL farm.

djc311 · Post by **djc311** » Mon Dec 09, 2024 10:32 pm

Would love to see this happen, but IMO reality seems to side with that not being the case.

Although I did forget about the Yates factor - he might already be in talks with a combo package of NHL/MLB in the same venue. Will be the first team that is comprised of the same players, but they play both sports.

stormchaser · Post by **stormchaser** » Mon Dec 09, 2024 10:36 pm

almighty_tuna wrote: Mon Dec 09, 2024 7:46 pm Obviously SOMEBODY hasn't been listening to Rod Yates and the Omaha Prairie Hawks NHL expansion team and NIL farm.

Did you guys see the new renderings of Yates' Gretna development that includes a stadium??

djc311 · Post by **djc311** » Mon Dec 09, 2024 10:53 pm

stormchaser wrote: Mon Dec 09, 2024 10:36 pm
almighty_tuna wrote: Mon Dec 09, 2024 7:46 pm Obviously SOMEBODY hasn't been listening to Rod Yates and the Omaha Prairie Hawks NHL expansion team and NIL farm.
Did you guys see the new renderings of Yates' Gretna development that includes a stadium??

Dude, is that Sim City? Is there a somewhat current version of this? I may have to hop on that train for a bit - although I do miss the simple blinking squares of Residential, Commercial, etc.

almighty_tuna · Post by **almighty_tuna** » Mon Dec 09, 2024 11:16 pm

djc311 wrote: Mon Dec 09, 2024 10:53 pm Dude, is that Sim City? Is there a somewhat current version of this?

Have you not heard of Cities Skylines?!?!

Post by **BRoss** » Mon Dec 09, 2024 11:21 pm

djc311 wrote: Mon Dec 09, 2024 10:53 pm
stormchaser wrote: Mon Dec 09, 2024 10:36 pm
almighty_tuna wrote: Mon Dec 09, 2024 7:46 pm Obviously SOMEBODY hasn't been listening to Rod Yates and the Omaha Prairie Hawks NHL expansion team and NIL farm.
Did you guys see the new renderings of Yates' Gretna development that includes a stadium??

Dude, is that Sim City? Is there a somewhat current version of this? I may have to hop on that train for a bit - although I do miss the simple blinking squares of Residential, Commercial, etc.

Looks like SimCity 3000. Haven't played that in decades. SimCity 4 is my favorite and I still play it to this day.

stormchaser · Post by **stormchaser** » Tue Dec 10, 2024 12:08 am

djc311 wrote: Mon Dec 09, 2024 10:53 pm
stormchaser wrote: Mon Dec 09, 2024 10:36 pm
almighty_tuna wrote: Mon Dec 09, 2024 7:46 pm Obviously SOMEBODY hasn't been listening to Rod Yates and the Omaha Prairie Hawks NHL expansion team and NIL farm.
Did you guys see the new renderings of Yates' Gretna development that includes a stadium??

Dude, is that Sim City? Is there a somewhat current version of this? I may have to hop on that train for a bit - although I do miss the simple blinking squares of Residential, Commercial, etc.

Yep, just a screenshot of Sim City 3000 I found online.

omaha79 · Post by **omaha79** » Tue Dec 10, 2024 4:29 pm

Yates stadium is reported to hold 250,000 people. It's going to have a NFL team, NHL team, NBA team, and MLB team with new retractable dome technology. It will also host Monster trucks and NASCAR and be the headquaters of the International Olympics Committee. There will be a full Disney theme park and waterslides for the kids along with upscale housing and a walkable city scape so you can live and work all in one place.

Garrett · Post by **Garrett** » Tue Dec 10, 2024 6:07 pm

omaha79 wrote: Tue Dec 10, 2024 4:29 pm Yates stadium is reported to hold 250,000 people. It's going to have a NFL team, NHL team, NBA team, and MLB team with new retractable dome technology. It will also host Monster trucks and NASCAR and be the headquaters of the International Olympics Committee. There will be a full Disney theme park and waterslides for the kids along with upscale housing and a walkable city scape so you can live and work all in one place.

Can't believe you forgot to mention that the Disney rides will also serve as a transit system. Gotta bring a raincoat to work if you happen to live off a log flume line though.

Dusty · Post by **Dusty** » Tue Dec 10, 2024 6:55 pm

Has there ever been any plans to develop lot C? This is the skinny lot just East of the stadium. I can't imagine they can go over 2 stories or you will have homeruns coming in your window.

almighty_tuna · Post by **almighty_tuna** » Tue Dec 10, 2024 7:13 pm

Being that area is used for the CWS fan zone, I highly doubt it.

Post by **Brad** » Tue Dec 10, 2024 7:20 pm

almighty_tuna wrote: Tue Dec 10, 2024 7:13 pm Being that area is used for the CWS fan zone, I highly doubt it.

The fan zone uses the south half. ESPN takes over the north half and they basically set up a miniature city back in there for all the staff. They even have their own ESPN only entrance down there.

Garrett · Post by **Garrett** » Tue Dec 10, 2024 8:04 pm

Best we could probably hope for Lot C is an open space/plaza similar to the one next to Wrigley Field in Chicago (Gallagher Way)

Dusty · Post by **Dusty** » Wed Dec 11, 2024 1:33 am

Garrett wrote: Tue Dec 10, 2024 8:04 pm Best we could probably hope for Lot C is an open space/plaza similar to the one next to Wrigley Field in Chicago (Gallagher Way)

If it becomes pop up tent city during the CWS, maybe they can create a flex space that mimics that. It would be nice to create a plaza or pocket park that could be used year round.

I'm picturing 20+ single pergula/gazebo like structures with seating. Great for picnics or CWS fan zone/ESPN.
Cabana City! LOL!

SkyWarrior55 · Post by **SkyWarrior55** » Tue Dec 17, 2024 3:37 pm

Here's a clip of the Tampa Bay Rays and Omaha. He does a good analysis of how it could and couldn't work. Thoughts?

Post by **Brad** » Tue Dec 17, 2024 3:58 pm

SkyWarrior55 wrote: Tue Dec 17, 2024 3:37 pm Here's a clip of the Tampa Bay Rays and Omaha. He does a good analysis of how it could and couldn't work. Thoughts?

Nice to see someone borrow one of my photos and leave the watermark on it for once!

Gobears27 · Post by **Gobears27** » Wed Dec 18, 2024 12:25 am

I have saw that Charles Schwab field is expandable to 35,000. How would that be accomplished? Is the structure designed to support a third deck?

Nosebot · Post by **Nosebot** » Wed Dec 18, 2024 7:12 am

Gobears27 wrote: Wed Dec 18, 2024 12:25 am I have saw that Charles Schwab field is expandable to 35,000. How would that be accomplished? Is the structure designed to support a third deck?

I've always just assumed they would slap a deck on the open concrete concourse.

Post by **Brad** » Wed Dec 18, 2024 1:21 pm

Nosebot wrote: Wed Dec 18, 2024 7:12 am
Gobears27 wrote: Wed Dec 18, 2024 12:25 am I have saw that Charles Schwab field is expandable to 35,000. How would that be accomplished? Is the structure designed to support a third deck?
I've always just assumed they would slap a deck on the open concrete concourse.

I thought I heard on time it would go above the concession stands in left field.

omaha79 · Post by **omaha79** » Wed Dec 18, 2024 5:46 pm

Brad wrote: Wed Dec 18, 2024 1:21 pm
Nosebot wrote: Wed Dec 18, 2024 7:12 am
Gobears27 wrote: Wed Dec 18, 2024 12:25 am I have saw that Charles Schwab field is expandable to 35,000. How would that be accomplished? Is the structure designed to support a third deck?
I've always just assumed they would slap a deck on the open concrete concourse.
I thought I heard on time it would go above the concession stands in left field.

both left and right field stands from the suites to the foul poles (200 level) have open exposed beams that go nowhere reaching towards the sky. I believe that would be one way. I don't think they'd want to cover the view of the BoB or the skyline by adding a deck in left or right field in fair territory.

omaha79 · Post by **omaha79** » Wed Dec 18, 2024 5:50 pm

SkyWarrior55 wrote: Tue Dec 17, 2024 3:37 pm Here's a clip of the Tampa Bay Rays and Omaha. He does a good analysis of how it could and couldn't work. Thoughts?

I like Brodie's videos and analysis. He's been pretty jaded on the state of sports since the A's left and he lost his job. I can't blame him. He's pretty much doing nothing but covering the business side of the sports, new stadiums, and relocation now.

I'm surprised it didn't dawn on him and he didn't mention the KC Royals connection. He briefly mentions the AAA team and just says, "they play in another stadium", but he makes no mention that this is a KC Royals territorial market and they'd essentially have to waive that claim and give up Omaha forever to make a team work here permanently. That will never happen, and I don't think Omaha is a big enough media market anyway.

It might be something KC would allow for 1-2 years, but they'll never give up their rights permanently. It's why, as some note, they don't believe the Storm Chasers are in any real danger of leaving here despite terrible attendance. If KC gives this up as a AAA market, it could be seen as them ceding the market entirely and Omaha could look for other options with a shiny stadium downtown.

All of this isn't much different than what the A's faced when they wanted to move to Fremont and the Giants wouldn't cede the territory (a territory the A's gave the giants at one point) The only difference is the miles between Omaha and KC compared to San Fran to Fremont. Same principle though.

Most of his other points, good and bad, are spot on though.

nebport5 · Post by **nebport5** » Thu Dec 19, 2024 5:02 am

From ESPN: Where the Rays' future in Tampa Bay and stadium deal stands

Omaha is only mentioned in passing here. The article focuses more on the difficulties of financing a new stadium in the Tampa area. The team owner has said relocating the team is not off the table. While no one would expect Omaha to be a contender for a relocation city I do wonder if they played the 2026 season here if that would help the Rays as leverage for securing a new stadium deal in Tampa. The fact that Omaha is so far away could be a taste of what losing the team out of state would be like should they potentially move to one of the more obvious contender cities such as Nashville, Austin, Charlotte, Salt Lake, and etc. As unlikely as I think even securing the Rays at The Chuck for a season would be, I hope MECA is willing to roll out the red carpet for even a series of games. That would still be a win for MECA and Omaha.

iamjacobm · Post by **iamjacobm** » Tue Feb 04, 2025 8:07 pm

The new MLB baseball game added a college component and didn't put much effort into The Chukc/Omaha haha.

skinzfan23 · Post by **skinzfan23** » Tue Feb 04, 2025 8:16 pm

I don't see the problem, looks spot on

That is actually one of the worst resemblances of a stadium I have ever seen.

almighty_tuna · Post by **almighty_tuna** » Tue Feb 04, 2025 8:26 pm

That's comically bad.

thenewguy · Post by **thenewguy** » Tue Feb 04, 2025 8:42 pm

Wow. It's not even close. Have they even watched a SINGLE game during the CWS?

Post by **nebugeater** » Tue Feb 04, 2025 9:02 pm

What do you expect from Microsoft Paint.

Garrett · Post by **Garrett** » Tue Feb 04, 2025 9:29 pm

Maybe they just have an inside scoop on new North Downtown developments hahaha

Post by **nebugeater** » Tue Feb 18, 2025 7:16 pm

NEw scorboard and ribbon boards for CSF for 2026 season. begin install after the 2025 CWS

https://www.ketv.com/article/new-scoreb ... PB77ZoNZaQ

Greg S · Post by **Greg S** » Tue Feb 18, 2025 7:22 pm

nebugeater wrote: Tue Feb 18, 2025 7:16 pm NEw scorboard and ribbon boards for CSF for 2026 season. begin install after the 2025 CWS

https://www.ketv.com/article/new-scoreb ... PB77ZoNZaQ

I have always wondered why they didn't have ribbon boards the entire time. Would still love to see a second full scoreboard as well.

skinzfan23 · Post by **skinzfan23** » Tue Feb 18, 2025 8:37 pm

Thats awesome, this year CHI is getting all new video boards as well and then next year Charles Schwab Field. Love how Omaha and MECA continue to ensure that these facilities remain top notch. A lot of places get facilities like this and don't do any upgrades for 20 years or more. CHI is going to have their 3rd scoreboard in 22 years and baseball 2nd in 15 years.

Linkin5 · Post by **Linkin5** » Tue Feb 18, 2025 8:56 pm

Greg S wrote: Tue Feb 18, 2025 7:22 pm
nebugeater wrote: Tue Feb 18, 2025 7:16 pm NEw scorboard and ribbon boards for CSF for 2026 season. begin install after the 2025 CWS

https://www.ketv.com/article/new-scoreb ... PB77ZoNZaQ
I have always wondered why they didn't have ribbon boards the entire time. Would still love to see a second full scoreboard as well.

It makes zero sense that they aren’t adding a second scoreboard. The bones of the stadium are great but as far as for aesthetics and fan experience there is a lot to be desired.

skinzfan23 · Post by **skinzfan23** » Tue Feb 18, 2025 9:26 pm

Linkin5 wrote: Tue Feb 18, 2025 8:56 pm
Greg S wrote: Tue Feb 18, 2025 7:22 pm
nebugeater wrote: Tue Feb 18, 2025 7:16 pm NEw scorboard and ribbon boards for CSF for 2026 season. begin install after the 2025 CWS

https://www.ketv.com/article/new-scoreb ... PB77ZoNZaQ
I have always wondered why they didn't have ribbon boards the entire time. Would still love to see a second full scoreboard as well.
It makes zero sense that they aren’t adding a second scoreboard. The bones of the stadium are great but as far as for aesthetics and fan experience there is a lot to be desired.

yes, I agree. Where would the second scoreboard go, on the left field side? I am assuming that the new video board is going to be the same size as the current one.

omaha79 · Post by **omaha79** » Tue Feb 18, 2025 9:50 pm

skinzfan23 wrote: Tue Feb 18, 2025 9:26 pm
Linkin5 wrote: Tue Feb 18, 2025 8:56 pm
Greg S wrote: Tue Feb 18, 2025 7:22 pm
nebugeater wrote: Tue Feb 18, 2025 7:16 pm NEw scorboard and ribbon boards for CSF for 2026 season. begin install after the 2025 CWS

https://www.ketv.com/article/new-scoreb ... PB77ZoNZaQ
I have always wondered why they didn't have ribbon boards the entire time. Would still love to see a second full scoreboard as well.
It makes zero sense that they aren’t adding a second scoreboard. The bones of the stadium are great but as far as for aesthetics and fan experience there is a lot to be desired.
yes, I agree. Where would the second scoreboard go, on the left field side? I am assuming that the new video board is going to be the same size as the current one.

The left field side looks like it has the bones for it. the one on the RF side is weird as you have to crane your neck to look at it for anyone on the 1b side of home plate. I agree. should have added a 2nd scoreboard.

Ribbon panels were needed too. seems like something that was pulled initially bc of budget, I'd guess. looked weird with the fabric panels up during cws.

Dusty · Post by **Dusty** » Tue Mar 11, 2025 5:28 pm

I was reading this article that the creators of the Las Vegas Sphere want to make mini-spheres for other cities. Trying cut down costs so others could enjoy the immersive experience.

Ummm...Let's put one in Lot D! This way you can sit in the baseball stadium and have a giant eyeball looking at you. LOL!
All jokes aside, it would be a great attraction next to the convention center if Omaha wanted to spend the money.

charlie123 · Post by **charlie123** » Thu Apr 03, 2025 9:55 pm

They are adding a scoreboard to the left field - Ribbons then the scoreboard in the frame that matches the same that holds the first scoreboard.

Post by **Brad** » Fri Apr 04, 2025 12:02 am

charlie123 wrote: Thu Apr 03, 2025 9:55 pm They are adding a scoreboard to the left field - Ribbons then the scoreboard in the frame that matches the same that holds the first scoreboard.

When did the second scoreboard get added? The KETV article linked above, a few post above yours said they’re adding ribbon boards and replacing the current scoreboard, but it doesn’t say anything about a new one in left field?

nativeomahan · Post by **nativeomahan** » Fri Apr 04, 2025 3:25 pm

Too bad none of these improvements will be ready for this year’s CWS.

skinzfan23 · Post by **skinzfan23** » Mon May 26, 2025 5:21 am

Big Ten Tournament total attendance since 2014 (8-team double elimination unless noted)

2014: 62,044 (Omaha)
2019: 47,790 (Omaha)
2023: 39,406 (Omaha)
2024: 39,187 (Omaha)
2025: 37,001 (Omaha) *New 12-team format with similar number of total games
2016: 33,728 (Omaha)
2022: 13,951 (Omaha) *Nebraska did not qualify
2018: 12,404 (Omaha) *Nebraska did not qualify
2015: 7,384 (Minneapolis) *6 teams, Minnesota did not quality
2017: 6,712 (Bloomington, Ind.) *Indiana played 3 games
No tournament was played in 2020 or 2021.

Greg S · Post by **Greg S** » Mon May 26, 2025 5:02 pm

skinzfan23 wrote: Mon May 26, 2025 5:21 am Big Ten Tournament total attendance since 2014 (8-team double elimination unless noted)

2014: 62,044 (Omaha)
2019: 47,790 (Omaha)
2023: 39,406 (Omaha)
2024: 39,187 (Omaha)
2025: 37,001 (Omaha) *New 12-team format with similar number of total games
2016: 33,728 (Omaha)
2022: 13,951 (Omaha) *Nebraska did not qualify
2018: 12,404 (Omaha) *Nebraska did not qualify
2015: 7,384 (Minneapolis) *6 teams, Minnesota did not quality
2017: 6,712 (Bloomington, Ind.) *Indiana played 3 games
No tournament was played in 2020 or 2021.

It’s here through 2027. I don’t see it moving after that either. Provides a nice boost to that area before the CWS.