Major League Baseball starts back up today. I spent 10 minutes with Derrick Hall, President, CEO & Partner of the Arizona Diamondbacks. We covered a lot—his vision for the future of Chase Field, the impact of MLB rule changes, and the business side of baseball that most people don’t think about. Derrick is dialed in on where the game is headed, and he’s making sure the D-Backs are ahead of the curve. {Click to Tweet}
Here’s what stood out:
— It’s Bigger Than Baseball: The team isn’t just focused on what happens between the foul lines. The real play? Mixed-use development around Chase Field to make it a year-round destination, not just a game-day stop.
— MLB Rule Changes: No one loves change, especially in baseball. But once the new rules go into effect, the benefits are obvious—faster games, more action, and better fan engagement.
— The Most Stressful Time of the Year: End of spring training. That’s when the numbers get real—revenue, ticket sales, and projections for the season. It’s where the business side of baseball hits its stride.
Derrick is sharp, focused, and always thinking ahead. He’s not just running a baseball team—he continues to build a brand and a business that Arizona is proud of.
