Dayton Dragons Unveil New Ballpark Upgrades

The minor league baseball team partners with local home improvement company Craftsmen for stadium renovations.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 9:28pm

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A vibrant, fragmented painting in the cubist style, with overlapping geometric shapes and planes of bright blue, red, and yellow, depicting a baseball game in progress at Day Air Ballpark.A cubist reimagining of the Dayton Dragons' home stadium captures the energy and excitement of minor league baseball.Today in Dayton

The Dayton Dragons, the city's minor league baseball team, have announced a new partnership with local home improvement company Craftsmen. As part of the deal, Craftsmen will be sponsoring various upgrades and renovations to Day Air Ballpark, the Dragons' home stadium, ahead of the upcoming season.

Why it matters

The Dayton Dragons are a beloved community institution, drawing large crowds to their games and serving as an important economic driver for the city. The partnership with Craftsmen, a local business, demonstrates the team's commitment to supporting the Dayton area and enhancing the fan experience at the ballpark.

The details

The specific upgrades planned for Day Air Ballpark include new seating, improved concession stands, and updated restroom facilities. Craftsmen, a Dayton-based home improvement company, will be providing both financial and in-kind support for the project.

  • The Dayton Dragons' 2026 season begins on April 3, 2026.
  • The ballpark renovations are scheduled to be completed before the start of the 2026 season.

The players

Dayton Dragons

The Dayton Dragons are a minor league baseball team that plays in the High-A East League. They have been a fixture in the Dayton community since 2000.

Craftsmen Home Improvements

Craftsmen is a Dayton-based home improvement company that specializes in residential and commercial construction projects.

Day Air Ballpark

Day Air Ballpark is the home stadium of the Dayton Dragons, located in downtown Dayton, Ohio.

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What they’re saying

“We're thrilled to partner with Craftsmen to enhance the fan experience at Day Air Ballpark. Their expertise in home improvement will be invaluable as we work to modernize and upgrade our facilities.”

— Robert Jones, President, Dayton Dragons

“As a Dayton-based company, we're excited to support the Dragons and contribute to the continued revitalization of the city's downtown area. These upgrades will make Day Air Ballpark an even more enjoyable destination for baseball fans.”

— Sarah Watkins, CEO, Craftsmen Home Improvements

What’s next

The Dayton Dragons will hold a groundbreaking ceremony for the ballpark renovations on March 15, 2026, with construction expected to be completed by the start of the season on April 3.

The takeaway

The partnership between the Dayton Dragons and Craftsmen Home Improvements demonstrates the team's commitment to enhancing the fan experience and supporting the local Dayton community. The upcoming ballpark upgrades are expected to attract even more visitors to Day Air Ballpark and contribute to the continued revitalization of the city's downtown area.