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Indianapolis Indians Blog Posts
IU hoops, Colts fight for spot as state's top sports brand
March 22, 2012
Comments(13)The value of sports brands fluctuates as violently as stock prices during economic upheaval. In Indiana, the IU and Butler
basketball brands have risen while the Colts' has taken a hit and the Pacers fight for their place in the sun.
MoreIndians continue to defy odds, draw bigger crowds
August 22, 2011
Comments(0)Even as economy falters, the city's AAA minor league baseball team continues to be a major draw on the west edge of downtown.
MoreIndians, Pacers, IMS celebrating, while Lucas Oil Raceway takes hit
July 6, 2011
Comments(8)While Pacers, Indians and Indianapolis Motor Speedway are celebrating, Lucas Oil Raceway is facing a big financial hit with
loss of NASCAR Nationwide race.
MoreIndians' all-star sales staff makes million-dollar gain
April 7, 2011
Comments(5)During the worst economic swoon the nation has seen in a generation, the Indianapolis Indians have doubled its sponsorhsip
revenue.
MoreSanders, Ugoh deals prove Polian's fallibility
September 14, 2010
Comments(12)Much rides on Bob Sanders' recovery, as Indianapolis Colts President Bill Polian's record as one of the NFL's
top executives has taken two big hits.
MoreIndians, Pacers and Colts attendance is only part of story
July 29, 2010
Comments(12)There's a debate over which one of the city's professional sports teams delivers more bang for the buck in terms of
economic impact.
MoreIs new Westfield pro baseball team taking aim at Indians?
June 23, 2010
Comments(16)Principals of a proposed independent minor league baseball team think the club could draw fans from several counties and the
new ballpark could become a destination.
MoreIndians sales staff faced down big-time pressure
March 4, 2010
Comments(4)With 75 percent of its sponsorship deals expiring at the end of last season, there were lots of reasons for the Indianapolis Indians to panic. Instead, the team invested big bucks in Victory Field and had faith its sales staff would come through in the clutch.
Indians pack Victory Field with $1 concession special
February 22, 2010
Comments(6)Indianapolis Indians turn traditionally slow night into big money-maker by cutting profit margin at concession stand.
MoreWhiskey is flowing at baseball winter meetings
December 10, 2009
Comments(4)There's more than free shots of whiskey at the annual winter baseball meetings held this week at the Indiana Convention Center.
There's a song and dance man wearing nerd glasses and another who does amazing things with a saw and sander.
MoreIndians hoping for attendance rush
July 31, 2009
Comments(4)The Indianapolis Indians are simultaneously ahead and behind last year’s attendance pace. Yes, it’s odd, but
true, explained Indians Chairman Max Schumacher.
Here’s how it breaks down. After 47 home openings this year, the...
MoreTribe hitting high attendance mark
July 2, 2009
Comments(0)Unless you already have a ticket to see this Saturday's Indianapolis Indians game, you won't
be able to see the Tribe's annual fireworks show
unless you're watching from outside of Victory Field. The Indians...
MoreCity whiffs at College World Series
June 15, 2009
Comments(18)Reading the news that TD Ameritrade recently signed a naming rights deal for Omaha’s new baseball park, made
me wonder if Indianapolis didn’t miss a golden opportunity with the College World Series. That...
MoreIndians stay hot in down economy
May 4, 2009
Comment(1)The Indianapolis Indians continue to score sponsorship deals during a down economy. Late last week, the Indians
signed a deal with Arby’s and WJJK-FM 104.5 to present 2-for-1 Tuesdays, a special discount-ticket promotion...
MoreTribe stockholders shut out Biglari
April 13, 2009
Comments(6)This past week I reported on Steak n Shake’s troubles with their advertising agency. That’s not the restaurant
chain’s only concern. The company’s chairman, Sardar Biglari, isn’t so talkative these days....
MoreIndians balk at Louisville promo
March 31, 2009
Comments(14)Update: The Louisville Convention and Visitors Bureau apparently isn't giving up yet on marketing to Indianapolis
residents. This afternoon, LCVB said they still plan to bring their motor coach to Indianapolis on April
14 to try to lure locals to the...
MoreFans get say on Victory Field design
March 25, 2009
Comments(5)The Indianapolis Indians are rolling out a new online poll that allows fans to choose what mowing pattern
will appear on the Victory Field playing field for the Tribe’s April 9 season opener...
MoreTicket tax hike gaining favor
February 19, 2009
Comments(17)I have bad news for Indiana Pacers, Indianapolis Colts and Indianapolis Indians ticket buyers. By the time
you buy tickets for next season’s games, you’ll likely be hit with a higher ticket tax....
MoreIndians stock takes hit
January 23, 2009
Comments(3)Despite year-over-year revenue gains and robust earnings, it appears the economy might have finally caught
up with the Indianapolis Indians. For years, this AAA baseball franchise has steamed along with solid attendance
and...
MoreIndians score hefty profits
December 15, 2008
Comments(6)In good times and bad, the Indianapolis Indians continue to be a hit with local sports fans. The Indians
scored a $1.23 million profit this year on $8.7 million in revenue, according to...
MoreIndians hit 8-year attendance high
September 2, 2008
Comments(5)With the books just closed on the Indianapolis Indians' 2008 season, the team’s front office is already looking
forward to next season. And why not? This team is hot. Red hot. And I’m...
MoreIndians' prospect featured in SI
August 21, 2008
Comment(1)Indianapolis Indians outfielder Andrew McCutchen is included in a baseball prospects feature in this week’s
Sports Illustrated. The print version includes a photo of him shot by team photographer Bill Gentry.
SI...
MoreIndians get attention from ESPN
August 18, 2008
Comment(1)It just keeps getting better for the Indianapolis Indians this season. With attendance already on its way
to eclipsing last season’s total of 586,785, the Tribe is getting a boost from two special...
MoreIndians hit home run with sponsors
July 24, 2008
Comments(7)At a time when many professional sports teams and properties are seeing their revenue drop in the wake of
a rocky economy, the Indianapolis Indians this year have seen a nearly 18 percent...
MoreTime to say adios to Bush Stadium
July 17, 2008
Comments(17)Yankee Stadium, the House that Ruth Built, the home of 26 World Series Champions, a pillar of the Big Apple
since 1923, will be demolished next spring.
Yet Indianapolis refuses to put Bush Stadium...
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Lauren: I reported BJ's plans based on their filing for construction permits. Of course, it's possible the plans fell through. Will update if I can find out more.
This weekend the Indianapolis School of Ballet performed Russian Treasures at the Scottish Rite Cathedral Theater for huge, enthusiastic crowds. This group of young people, returning students and young guest artists did fantastic performances of Balanchine's Valse-Fantaisie, Swan Lake Act II, Raymonda Act III and Allegro Vivace. I was blown away by the professionalism and energy of this school, which is on the caliber with most professional companies. If you're looking for great dancing and production value, this downtown venue is worth seeing and supporting.
Are they indeed going up there? I was told by BJ's directly they had no new stores planned in the area...
The article mentions that Indiana casinos are losing revenue to Ohio and Illinois casinos, but neglects to mention that those regional competitors are smoke-free for worker health.
In other words, Indiana's smoke-filled casinos are losing revenue to smoke-free competitors - without a local or statewide clean air law in Indiana to blame for it. Meanwhile, Indiana's casino workers, in order to provide for their family in a tough economy, must face the health hazards of secondhand smoke on a daily basis including cancer, heart disease, COPD, and many other preventable diseases, and associated healthcare costs.
Indiana lawmakers should take a cue from states like Ohio, Illinois, Maryland, and Massachusetts and ensure that casino jobs don't sicken the very people those jobs are intended to help. Even sophisticated casino ventilation systems do not protect people from the serious health hazards of secondhand smoke.
Some bump day, huh? Why were Loyd and Hamilton not allowed to run? Both say they had rides. It must be all part of the Vision. The good news is no traffic and plenty of room to stretch out. It would be nice if someone picked up some trash, there was so much trash in the Paddock Penthouse yesterday it looked like a Hulman George family reunion.