As vaccinations increase and positivity rates decline, MLB teams are working with local health officials to raise capacity limits at ballparks, adjusting operations along the way. (more…)
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Restrictions loosening, with capacities rising in baseball
With COVID-19 restrictions across the country easing, more baseball teams are looking at increasing capacities–some as high as 100 percent–in coming weeks. (more…)
Mets, Yankees offer shots with ticket chasers
The New York Yankees and New York Mets will launch vaccinated-only sections beginning May 19, while those receiving vaccines at the ballpark will receive a free game ticket for an upcoming game. (more…)
Vaccinated-only ballpark sections on tap
Teams are implementing vaccinated-only sections to get more folks out to the ballpark: present proof of a full vaccination, and social-distancing restrictions are lifted. (more…)
CDC revises mask guidelines, but expect to wear them at the ballpark–for now
With the C.D.C. revising the use of masks outdoors, we’re seeing several states raise capacity limits just in time for the start of the 2021 MiLB season–but still expect to wear a mask at the ballpark for the time being. (more…)
Mapping fan strategies in an era of “hygiene theater”
We’re still learning about how COVID-19 spreads in the population, and new evidence suggests that all the deep-cleaning protocols used by MLB and mandated by local health officials may just be what’s being called “hygiene theater.” (more…)
California MLB teams cleared for fans in the stands
The five California MLB teams have been cleared to host fans at the start of the 2021 season, but the exact numbers won’t be determined until we get closer to the April 1 season opener. (more…)
MiLB teams navigate Opening Day waters
With the Triple-A MiLB season set to open April 6, teams are prepping COVID-19 mitigation plans and working with local health officials on strategies to allow a limited number of fans in the ballpark. (more…)
Yankee Stadium achieves WELL Health-Safety Rating certification
When baseball returns, teams will need to sell safety as part of the new fan experience. First up in MLB is Yankee Stadium, where the New York Yankees upgraded procedures to earn a WELL Health-Safety Rating, the first one awarded to a sports venue worldwide. (more…)
Another COVID-19 postponement: Cards at Brewers
Today’s St. Louis Cardinals/Milwaukee Brewers game–the season opener for the Brew Crew at Miller Park–was postponed due to two positive COVID-19 tests among Cardinals players. (more…)
Orioles-Marlins game scrapped after COVID-19 outbreak
Tonight’s Baltimore Orioles/Miami Marlins game at Marlins Park canceled after an outbreak of positive COVID-19 cases among Marlins players over the weekend, according to Orioles GM Mike Elias. (more…)
MLB reportedly rejects 114-game season; what comes next?
Multiple outlets are reporting that MLB has rejected a proposal from the MLBPA for a 114-game season, and while it’s being reported MLB says it will not make another proposal to players, it may not have to: a March agreement calling for a shorter season and full, prorated salaries could still be in play. (more…)
Coronavirus Impacting Spring Training
MLB is recommending players not sign autographs with fan-provided items and not shake hands with fans, as the sport implements measures designed to lessen the potential impact of the coronavirus in spring training. (more…)