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Baysox Remain In Bowie With New 10-Year Lease At Prince George's Stadium

The Bowie Baysox have played at Prince George's Stadium since 1994. Officials recently approved a new 10-year lease for them to stay there.

The agreement will allow the department to further develop the future of Prince George’s Stadium and enhance economic development opportunities in the county.
The agreement will allow the department to further develop the future of Prince George’s Stadium and enhance economic development opportunities in the county. (Jordan Brown/Patch)

PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY, MD — A new 10-year lease has been approved for the Bowie Baysox to continue calling Prince George's Stadium "home."

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission’s Department of Parks and Recreation in Prince George’s County renewed the lease, which was approved by the Prince George’s County Planning Board Oct. 27. The new lease starts Jan. 1 and runs through 2032.

The minor league team affiliated with the Baltimore Orioles has played at Prince George’s Stadium since 1994, a year after the team’s opening season.

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“We are thrilled to enter this agreement with the Baysox to continue providing the beloved sport of baseball to the residents of Prince George's County," said Peter Shapiro, chair of the Prince George’s County Planning Board. “The 10-year lease will continue to generate support for local businesses and provide a significant impact on the county’s economic growth. We look forward to hosting residents and visitors as we root for our home team and enjoy America’s favorite pastime for years to come.”

The agreement will allow the department to further develop the future of Prince George’s Stadium and enhance economic development opportunities in the county. Priorities include how to best utilize the space for the Baysox, high schools, showcases and more. County programs at the stadium have included:

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“We are honored to have a new decade-long lease with the M-NCPPC at Prince George’s Stadium and look forward to continuing to provide great baseball, affordable family entertainment and expanding partnerships with Prince George’s County and the surrounding communities,” said Greg Baroni, CEO and principal general partner, Attain Sports & Entertainment, and owner of the Baysox. “As a Maryland resident of more than 35 years, I have deep roots in the region and am committed to expanding community engagement, focusing on outstanding customer service, driving innovation, investing in the professional development of our employees, and improving the game-day experience for our fans.”

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