Rogues Owner Weighs In on Medford Stadium Plan

Medford Rogues owner Dave May spoke about a possible new minor league stadium in the city.

Updated on Nov. 10, 2026 in Baseball

Rogues Owner Weighs In on Medford Stadium Plan

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Medford Rogues owner Dave May responded to discussion of a possible new minor league stadium in Medford. The Rogues hold a lease through 2027 to play at Harry and David Field, and the team's 2027 season will not change.

Why it matters

The stadium discussion raises questions about the future home of minor league baseball in Medford. Eugene Emeralds have said they would not relocate if the city builds on Harry and David Field.

The Rogues' lease at Harry and David Field runs through 2027, and the team's 2027 season is not expected to change. No cost or capacity figures for a proposed stadium were available in the source.

The players

Dave May

Dave May is the owner of the Medford Rogues, a collegiate summer baseball team that plays at Harry and David Field in Medford, Oregon.

Eugene Emeralds

The Eugene Emeralds are a minor league baseball team based in Eugene, Oregon, which told the city it would not relocate if a new stadium is built on Harry and David Field.

The details

Dave May, owner of the Medford Rogues, said he does not personally feel a new stadium is the best decision for the community or the city, but said the team will be first in line to support the team and the stadium. The Eugene Emeralds told the city they would not relocate if they decide to build on Harry and David Field.

2027: Medford Rogues lease at Harry and David Field runs through this season.
November 10, 2026: Medford Rogues owner responds to stadium discussion in an interview with NewsWatch 12.

Season Trajectory

The Rogues' lease at Harry and David Field runs through 2027, so any new stadium plan would shape the team's home base after that season. The Eugene Emeralds' stated position on relocation adds a regional dimension to how the Rogues' future in Medford is set.

The Rogues' 2027 season is not expected to change under the current lease. Fans of the team should watch whether a new stadium plan moves forward, since that could affect where games are played after the lease ends.

The takeaway

The future of baseball in Medford depends on whether a new stadium can be built and what the Eugene Emeralds decide about relocation. Local readers should track city announcements on Harry and David Field to see how the Rogues' long-term home is resolved.