Let stadiums evolve (in both fictional and real leagues) and become a financial lever in the game's universe.
For example,
- Use owner funds to change the number of seats - perhaps a stadium may expand after many years of high local support. Costs money in the short term but should bring in higher income in the future to lead to higher budget.
- Fence distances or wall heights tweak based on team style or strategy; perhaps when a new owner comes on board he will 'revise' stadium stats
- Perhaps you could 'buy' new stadiums with owner funds, or use some of your fan support or loyalty to solicit tax dollars
- New or improved stadiums can attract and effect how likely free agent talent is to sign
- Ownership is short on cash? Sell the naming rights to stadium.
Thoughts?