Royals' Guillen needs extra day off to recover Mar 19, 2008
-- When he arrived at Surprise Stadium, manager Trey Hillman had planned to tell outfielder Jose Guillen to take a seat aboard the team bus on Tuesday and travel to HoHoKam Park with the rest of the Royals. Having seemingly shaken the flu bug, Guillen was going to be back in Hillman's lineup. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
Surprise launches tourist Web site Mar 18, 2008
Dedicated to tourism in Surprise, the site features information about spring training games at Surprise Stadium, hiking in the White Tank Mountains as well as information about golfing and other leisure activities. The site also includes a calendar that lists activities and events year-round in the city. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
White Sox Floyd feeling good after return Mar 15, 2008
So as the sound echoed through Surprise Stadium, right-hander Gavin Floyd turned his back to home plate on Tuesday. Floyd was milliseconds away from watching that "crack" off Josh Hamilton's bat send a baseball sailing over the left-center-field wall. (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
Ticket sales up Mar 15, 2008
Ticket sales at Surprise Stadium, spring-training home of the Texas Rangers and Kansas City Royals, are up 8 percent, said Mark Coronado, director of Surprise Community ation Services ... 8% at Surprise Stadium, home of Texas Rangers and Kansas City Royals. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Halos' Shields feels good after spring debut Mar 15, 2008
Making his Cactus League debut on Tuesday in a 6-5 loss to the Royals, Shields cast aside early-spring shoulder soreness, took the Surprise Stadium mound and threw four balls to the first Royals hitter he faced, Alex Gordon. "Not even close -- I don't know what happened," Shields said. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Angels in the infield: Halos shining on 'D' Mar 15, 2008
Saunders used it to good effect on Thursday at Surprise Stadium. Shortstop Erick Aybar demonstrated his extraordinarily quick feet -- and loud bat -- while Chone Figgins was handling third base adeptly and Howard Kendrick was taking care of business at second in concert with Aybar. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Rangers' Hamilton slams Brewers early Mar 8, 2008
Up next: The Rangers will get a look at veteran right-hander Greg Maddux on Friday when they host the Padres at Surprise Stadium. Lefty A.J. Murray is scheduled to start for Texas. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Royals notes: Bannister working out the kinks Mar 8, 2008
Bannister, the Royals' No. 2 starter, gave up five runs on six hits in a 10-7 loss to the Colorado Rockies 00002860 on Friday at Surprise Stadium. The loss nipped the Royals' four-game winning streak. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
Royals notes: Greinke sees improvement Mar 7, 2008
Up next: Second baseman Mark Grudzielanek is scheduled to make his spring debut in Friday's 2:05 p.m. CT game against the Colorado Rockies at Surprise Stadium. He'd been held out until now so he could ease into shape at his own speed, especially after having two left knee surgeries last year. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
Notes: Ryan tutoring McCarthy Mar 5, 2008
The Brewers will counter with right-hander Dave Bush at Surprise Stadium. Alan Eskew is a contributor for MLB.com. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
ASU baseball rallies to victory Mar 2, 2008
The No. 1-ranked Sun Devils (6-0) were down 2-0 in the first inning and 4-3 in the seventh against No. 18 Michigan (4-3) before 4,553 at Surprise Stadium. In the bottom of the seventh, ASU scored five runs helped by five Michigan walks. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Devils Rally to Defeat Wolverines Mar 2, 2008
The Devils scored five runs in the bottom of the 7th to rally and defeat the #11 Michigan Wolverines 8-4 in front of 4,553 fans at Surprise Stadium. It is the first time we havent had the lead, said ASU Head Coach Pat Murphy, That is good for our ballclub. (DevilsDigest.com)
ASU baseball improves to 5-0 Mar 1, 2008
Five Arizona State pitchers combined to throw a five-hit shutout as No. 1 Arizona State beat Hawaii 3-0 in the Coca-Cola Classic at Surprise Stadium on Friday ... Arizona State improved to 5-0 and 9-7 all-time at Surprise Stadium ... The Devils continue the Coca-Cola Classic today, facing the Michigan Wolverines at 4 p.m. at Surprise Stadium. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Notes: Scioscia garners admiration from Ryan Mar 1, 2008
-- Leaning back in his front row seat by the home dugout at Surprise Stadium, new Rangers president Nolan Ryan -- arguably the greatest Angels performer of them all -- expressed admiration on Friday for the way Angels manager Mike Scioscia runs his team. "I think he's a great manager, one of the best," Ryan said. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
14 spots near ballparks Feb 29, 2008
Just a little ways down from Surprise Stadium, Runners Sports Bar offers a friendly place to enjoy the remainder of the afternoon after a day of either watching the Rangers or the Royals. It has all the things you'd expect from a sports bar, plus a full events calendar that includes poker and dart tournaments. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
ASU baseball routs 3rd Top-20 opponent Feb 29, 2008
At Surprise Stadium on Thursday, Portland outlasted Northern Illinois, a late addition to the Coca-Cola Classic, 9-6 in 16 innings. Hawaii also beat the Huskies 7-3. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Hochevar looks good for Royals in Cactus League action Feb 28, 2008
The Northern Illinois baseball team, which is participating in a college tournament that begins Thursday at Surprise Stadium, was honored in pre-game ceremonies. Northern Illinois originally was scheduled to play last week at Texas Tech, but the series was canceled for the team to attend a campus memorial after a gunman killed five people and shot himself on Feb. 14 at the Dekalb, Ill. (Leavenworth Times, KS)
Cubs notes: Fukudome makes plans to steal Feb 28, 2008
The Official Site of The Chicago Cubs: News: Notes: Fukudome makes plans to steal. 02/27/2008 7:46 PM ET Notes: Fukudome makes plans to steal Lee in Obama's corner; Ramirez, Soriano to sit Cactus opener By Carrie Muskat / MLB.com. (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
ASU baseball: Kipnis makes quick impression Feb 28, 2008
Jeff Metcalfe The Arizona Republic Feb. 27, 2008 07:10 PM. Jason Kipnis sought out Tim Corbin last week to thank him. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Rangers open Cactus schedule Feb 27, 2008
The Rangers will open their Cactus League schedule when they play the Kansas City Royals at 2:05 p.m. CT on Wednesday at Surprise Stadium. This the first of 29 games the Rangers will play in Arizona. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Royals' vets to sit in Cactus League opener Feb 27, 2008
Guillen, the Royals' new right fielder, won't play in Wednesday's Cactus League opener at 2:05 p.m. CST against the Texas Rangers at Surprise Stadium. In fact, Guillen and second basemen Mark Grudzielanek are not likely to play in a game until March 8 or 9, manager Trey Hillman said Tuesday. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
Butler gets spring schooling on first base Feb 26, 2008
Then he got ready to take infield and batting practice in Surprise Stadium in front of gawkers at the annual FanFest. There weren't many fans, but no matter to Billy. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
Notes: Royals announce first-week plans Feb 25, 2008
Left-hander Jorge De La Rosa will start Wednesday's first game, a charity matchup with the Texas Rangers, at Surprise Stadium. That's a change from right-hander Brett Tomko, originally slated to start. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
Notes: Davies putting 2007 behind him Feb 24, 2008
Most position players took infield practice and batting practice in Surprise Stadium as a light turnout attended a FanFest function. Manager Trey Hillman said the change of routine helped break up some of the camp tedium on the fifth day of full-squad workouts. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
Notes: Wilson wants to close door Feb 23, 2008
Brandon McCarthy will start Wednesday against the Royals in a "charity" game at Surprise Stadium that will not count in the Cactus League standings. Josh Rupe, A.J. Murray and Wes Littleton are also slated to face the Royals. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Cactus League Feb 18, 2008
Home stadium: Surprise Stadium, 15850 N. Bullard Ave., Surprise, AZ 85374 ... Home stadium: Surprise Stadium, 15850 N. Bullard Ave., Surprise, Ariz. (USA Today -- Sports)
Rangers go into spring with lots of questions Feb 13, 2008
Park: Surprise Stadium. First Workout: Feb. 15/Feb. (KWTX.com, TX)
Hillman, Royals voluntarily jump-start spring Feb 8, 2008
Trey Hillman (right) enjoyed his first day at Surprise Stadium ... Hillman was at Surprise Stadium at the dark hour of 5:15 a.m. MT on Thursday. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
Dodgers to play 6 Cactus games Jan 15, 2008
March 24: vs. Royals, 6:05 p.m., Surprise Stadium. March 25: vs. Brewers, 1:05 p.m., Maryvale Park, Phoenix. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Cattle pastured in city's urban center call attention to development Jan 10, 2008
The herd is located just east of Surprise Stadium and near a city aquatic center, the Northwest Regional Library, the Surprise Public Safety Facility and the future city hall. Truitt drove out to see the cattle Friday and took their presence in stride. (AZCentral -- News)
Surprise considers adding convention center to mix Jan 2, 2008
So, when ground breaks on the third hotel near Surprise Stadium in late 2008, a center could be in the blueprints. Developer Bruno Salamone plans to build a full-service luxury Hyatt or Hilton near what eventually will become Young Street and Stadium Way. (AZCentral -- Business)
Early FBR commitments coming in Dec 20, 2007
Tournament locations are: Cashman Park, Deer Valley Park, Desert West Community Center, Paseo Highlands Park, Pecos Park, University Park, Washington Activity Center, Thunderbird Paseo, Palm Valley Golf Course, Hohokam Park, Rio Vista Community Park, Scottsdale Ranch Park, Benedict Field and Surprise Stadium. Online registration is available at. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Cactus League ticket info. Dec 16, 2007
Stadium: Surprise Stadium, 15960 N. Bullard Ave. ... com, Surprise Stadium box office or by calling 623-222-2222 ... Surprise Stadium is really nice. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Royals release exhibition schedule Nov 29, 2007
for the last time, will be at Surprise Stadium for a night game on March 24 ... The tickets will be on sale at the Surprise Stadium Box Office, through Ticketmaster online at www. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
Brewers' Spring Training schedule set Nov 29, 2007
Kansas City and Milwaukee will square off on Friday, March 28 at 7 p.m. CT and on Saturday, March 29 at 1 p.m. The teams will also see each other three times in the Cactus League, on March 8 and 15 at Maryvale Baseball Park, the Brewers' spring home, and on March 20 at Surprise Stadium. Ticket pricing and availability for the spring games at Miller Park will be announced at a later date. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Rangers announce Spring opener Nov 28, 2007
ARLINGTON -- The Rangers will open their 2008 Spring Training schedule on Wednesday, Feb. 27 against the Kansas City Royals at Surprise Stadium ... Individual game tickets will go on sale on Friday, Jan. 5, 2008, through the Surprise Stadium box office. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Runoff key to future of booming Surprise Nov 2, 2007
An emerging downtown already includes Surprise Stadium, a 25-court tennis complex that intends to attract national tournaments, Heard Museum West, a new public-safety building, a regional library and a fishing lake. A $61 million City Hall complex is under construction, a Holiday Inn Express is opening at the end of the year and work is set to begin on a Marriott Residence Inn. (AZCentral -- News)
Former Bruin David Huff to Play in Arizona Fall League Showcase Oct 26, 2007
- Former UCLA left-handed pitcher David Huff has been selected to compete in the second annual Arizona Fall League "Rising Stars Showcase" on Friday, Oct. 26 at Surprise Stadium in Surprise, Ariz. Game time is slated for 7:05 p.m.. (Uclabruins.com)
Fall 'Showcase' features future stars Oct 24, 2007
The Arizona Fall League's second annual "Rising Stars Showcase" is set for 7:05 p.m. Friday at Surprise Stadium. The East Division (Mesa Solar Sox, Phoenix Desert Dogs, Scottsdale Scorpions) takes on the West Division (Peoria Javelinas, Peoria Saguaros, Surprise Rafters) in a game featuring the top Fall League prospects. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Oakland A's MLN: Instructs Awards Oct 23, 2007
Baisley and Simmons have been named to the AFL's Rising Stars showcase, which will take place this Friday, October 26 at Surprise Stadium. Dominican Winter League and are the only As farmhands currently playing in the DWL. Manon is playing for the Toros del Este, and he has had one appearance, allowing no runs on two hits in one-third of a frame. (Oakland, TheInsiders.com)
Venable hits two Oct 20, 2007
Teeing off at Surprise Stadium, the spring-training home of the Rangers and Royals, Venable pulled one pitch over the right-field wall and sent another one out to center. Venable has been performing as a designated hitter in the AFl. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Legends of Fall League Oct 11, 2007
Surprise Rafters (Surprise Stadium): Angels, Indians, Rangers, Reds, Royals. Details: Each team plays a 32-game schedule. (AZCentral -- News)
Luxury apartments slated for Surprise stadium Sep 26, 2007
Erin Zlomek The Arizona Republic Sept. 25, 2007 08:11 AM. A $47 million luxury apartment-home complex will soon take shape around Surprise's Cactus League spring training stadium. (AZCentral -- Business)
Helping kids cope with a debilitating condition Sep 1, 2007
On Sept. 15, Liam and his family will be present at Surprise Stadium and DreamCatcher Park as Tim Borland, an ultramarathon runner from California, runs his 13th of 63 marathons in as many days to help raise money for the A-T Children's Project, a non-profit group that raises money and awareness for children with the condition. To help Borland in his quest, Cowand is hosting a benefit dinner and silent auction Sept. 14. (AZCentral -- News)
Valley gears up for Fall League Aug 28, 2007
The second annual "Rising Stars Showcase" is scheduled for 7 p.m. Oct. 26 at Surprise Stadium ... Surprise Rafters (Surprise Stadium): Angels, Indians, Rangers, Reds, Royals. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Rangers sending eight to Arizona Fall League Aug 28, 2007
Home games will be played at Surprise Stadium, the spring training home of the Rangers. Opening day comes on October 9th against the Peoria Javelinas. (Texas, TheInsiders.com)
AZSTA approves funds for spring training Aug 24, 2007
The nearby Peoria Sports Complex, Surprise Stadium and the proposed Goodyear Sradium, future home of the Cleveland Indians, all provide recreational facilities for the public unless the major league teams have exclusive rights (games, practices, special events, etc. as stated in their contractual agreements. (Glendale Star, AZ)
Catch future MLBers in rookie league Aug 22, 2007
Cecilia Chan The Arizona Republic Aug. 21, 2007 07:53 AM. Baseball fans have the chance to view up-and-coming players for the San Diego Padres and Seattle Mariners. (AZCentral -- Sports)
New hotels aim to serve travelers to sports events Aug 10, 2007
Right after a Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites opens next to Surprise Stadium in December, construction will begin on an adjacent Marriott Residence Inn, the stadium's second hotel project within walking distance. Developer Bruno Salamone and Stadium Village Development LLC will build both hotels. (AZCentral -- Business)
Fall League schedule Jul 28, 2007
Rising Stars Showcase, Surprise Stadium, 7:05 p.m. ... Stadiums: Mesa Solar Sox (Hohokam Stadium), Phoenix Desert Dogs (Phoenix Municipal Stadium), Scottsdale Scorpions (Scottsdale Stadium), Peoria Javelinas and Peoria Saguaros (Peoria Sports Complex), Surprise Rafters (Surprise Stadium). (AZCentral -- Sports)
Scripps Investments & Loans Arranges $10,850,000 in Acquisition & Development Financing for 17.07 Acre Neighborhood Retail Center Jul 21, 2007
Stadium Village is anchored by the Surprise Stadium, which serves as the Cactus League Spring Training home for the Kansas City Royals and Texas Rangers. Surprise is located within the northwest quadrant of the greater Phoenix Metropolitan Area. (PR Newswire)
Rookie League a tough ride to majors Jul 5, 2007
Kansas City Royals outfielder Vinny Pennell (right) throws before his Arizona League game at Surprise Stadium. DIAMONDBACKS UPDATE. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Rookie League a rough road to bigs Jul 4, 2007
Kansas City Royals outfielder Vinny Pennell warms up before an Arizona Rookie League game at Surprise Stadium. DIAMONDBACKS UPDATE. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Photo Gallery: Surprise Passing League Jun 30, 2007
com attended the annual Big Man Challenge and Passing League out at Surprise Stadium. Event went well and our photographer Lisa Licano was out taking hundreds of pictures again. (The Insiders -- Arizona Prep)
Museum marks anniversary Jun 23, 2007
Where: 16126 N. Civic Center Plaza, Surprise, east of Surprise Stadium off Bell Road and Bullard Avenue. When: 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday. (AZCentral -- News)
Stadium retail project revamped Jun 19, 2007
A change in land ownership has delayed a retail project planned for the area around Surprise Stadium. The 17-acre portion is part of a 69-acre area surrounding the city's Cactus League stadium and is the second time development has been postponed. (AZCentral -- Business)
Coaches push friendship aside Jun 18, 2007
Instead of hanging with defending national champion Oregon State in an early-season tournament at Surprise Stadium, the Sun Devils saw a 3-1 lead evaporate into a 12-4 loss. No one has beaten the Sun Devils that decisively since. (AZCentral -- Sports)
South rallies to win 1A-3A All-Star football game Jun 17, 2007
There was still work to be done on the gridiron inside Surprise Stadium on Friday night. Regularly the spring training home to the Texas Rangers and Kansas City Royals, Surprise Stadium pulled up its bases and put down pylons for the annual 1A-3A All-Star High School Football game. (AZCentral -- Sports)
South wins 4A-5A all-star game Jun 17, 2007
Zendejas (Glendale Ironwood) boomed a 55-yard field goal and a 45-yarder and Williams ran for three touchdowns as the South rolled over the North 41-7 Saturday night at Surprise Stadium ... North defenders bring down the South's Rajaric Coleman of Agua Fria during the 5A-4A all-star game at Surprise Stadium. (AZCentral -- Sports)
North-South All-Star football rosters Jun 16, 2007
Notes: Games are at Surprise Stadium, 7 p.m. today for classes 3A through 1A and 7 p.m. Saturday for classes 5A and 4A. Teams were selected by coaches' vote. Class 3A-1A South. (AZCentral -- Sports)
D. Vista wins boys track title Jun 15, 2007
The state's top senior football players from the 2006 season will be in action this weekend in the Arizona Coaches Association North-South All-Star games at Surprise Stadium. Players from classes 1A through 3A play today, and 4A-5A players play Saturday. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Alder, McKeever selected to play in all-star contest Jun 14, 2007
Seniors Jeff Alder and Scott McKeever of Wickenburg High School s 2006 state runner-up football team have been selected to play for the South squad in the Arizona Coaches Association s 3A-1A All-Star Game this Friday (June 15) at Surprise Stadium. Kick-off is scheduled for 7 p.m., with admission to the game set at 5. (Wickenburg Sun, AZ)
Wranglers produce all North scoring in 4-3 All-Star loss Jun 14, 2007
All-Stars (left to right) Trey Byrd, Tyler Murphy, Coach Ron Bergman, Josh Bergman and Spencer Logan were prominent players in the Arizona Baseball Coaches Association 3A-1A All-Star Game at Surprise Stadium Saturday (June 9). Four players and Coach Ron Bergman showed why Wickenburg High School s baseball team won the 3-A state championship this spring when they participated in the Arizona Baseball Coaches Association 3A All-Star Game Saturday (June 9) at the Surprise Stadium. (Wickenburg Sun, AZ)
South tops North 3A All-Stars Jun 13, 2007
Baseball All-Star Game at Surprise Stadium Saturday night. As it was, the South held on for a 4-3 win. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Solis shines in Class 4A All-Star Game Jun 9, 2007
Later that night he was the star of stars in the Arizona Baseball Coaches Association Class 4A All-Star Game at Surprise Stadium. Solis belted the game-winning RBI with a two-out double to center to give the North an 8-7 win over the South. (AZCentral -- Sports)
