Kansas City Royals announce plans for downtown ballpark, district in Crown Center area
KCTV • • sports
Key Points:
- The Kansas City Royals have announced plans to build a new stadium and ballpark district in the Crown Center area, just south of the Crossroads District in Kansas City.
- The development will include a world-class ballpark, mixed-use spaces, and reimagined headquarters for both the Royals and Hallmark Cards, creating over 20,000 construction jobs.
- The project represents a private investment exceeding $2 billion, making it the largest in Kansas City’s history, and aims to honor the legacy of Royals founder Ewing Kauffman and Hallmark’s creative roots.
- The new stadium will rank among the top 10 most walkable MLB ballparks, enhancing accessibility and affordability for Kansas City fans.
- Hallmark’s involvement highlights the historical connection, as the iconic Royals crown was originally created by the company in the same neighborhood.
