What happened: MLB approached federal officials about staging a game at Grand Teton National Park, with the site scouted for a possible ballpark. The plan drew criticism from conservation voices after the outreach became public.

Why it matters: Staging a game inside a national park would set a new precedent for MLB showcase events. The idea adds political and environmental review beyond normal site selection.

What to watch: Watch for MLB or federal officials to say whether scouting advances to formal planning. Any environmental review schedule will show how serious the site remains.