Tue Sep 24 03:58:49 UTC 2024: ## Portland Diamond Project Secures Land for Potential MLB Stadium

**PORTLAND, Ore. —** The Portland Diamond Project (PDP) has taken a major step towards bringing Major League Baseball to Portland, announcing a purchase agreement for 33 acres of land on the city’s South Waterfront. The site, known as Zidell Yards, is a former shipyard overlooking the Willamette River and includes plans for not only a ballpark, but also 15 acres of retail, hotels, and residential developments.

The PDP has been searching for a suitable site for years, previously exploring options like the Lloyd Center Mall and RedTail Golf Course. This agreement marks a significant milestone in their efforts to bring professional baseball back to Portland.

“This really is a dream come true,” said Craig Cheek, founder and president of PDP. “We’ve spent years talking about a future Major League Baseball team calling Portland home. Now we can say Portland will have professional baseball in the heart of the city, along one of Oregon’s most iconic rivers.”

Mayor Ted Wheeler expressed his support for the project, highlighting the economic and cultural benefits it will bring. “This is a tremendous opportunity to shape our waterfront, create new economic opportunities, and build a vibrant and sustainable neighborhood,” he said.

The deal will now enter a 120-day due diligence period, followed by a 42-month period to finalize the purchase. While the PDP still plans to purchase the RedTail Golf Course property, the focus now shifts to Zidell Yards as the potential site for a new MLB stadium.

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