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Intimate World Class Facility
- Baseball-only design
- 41,800 total capacity
- Seating angled toward the infield and positioned lower and closer to the field
- 360° circulation on Field Level
Comfort and Convenience
- Wider seats and more legroom between rows; wider concourses for easier access
- More restroom facilities and concession areas to reduce lines; more elevators to facilitate movement
Fan-Friendly Park
- Expanded Fan Fest family entertainment area
- Acela Club restaurant in left field with field-view seating
- State-of-the-art video boards and sound system
- Significant access enhancements with full ADA compliance
Between the Lines
- Natural grass playing field
- Field dimensions and distinctive asymmetrical outfield wall make this a traditional pitcher's park
- Right field "Pepsi Porch" in fair territory extends eight feet out over the field
Easy Access
- Parking lot is more efficient with new points of entry.
  - 8,500 spaces between on-site and adjacent off-site parking
  - 3,680 spaces in remote lots in surrounding areas
- Existing Subway and Long Island Railroad access in close proximity to main entrance
Classic Design
- Exterior facade and main entry rotunda inspired by Ebbets Field (Brooklyn, 1913-57)
- Red brick, granite and cast stone comprise the construction materials of the exterior facade
- Exposed steel is a very dark blue and the seats are dark green
- Landscaping, lighting, banners, and plaza finishes will be designed to enhance the ambient environment for the fans
New York City Connection
- Mets' connection to New York City is reflected in areas throughout the new Citi Field
  - Jackie Robinson Rotunda
    - 6 larger panels are 17.5 FT wide x 11 FT tall
    - 2 smaller panels are 12.5 FT wide x 11 FT tall
  - Empire Suites
  - Champions Club
Design and Construction
- Project managed by Queens Ballpark Company, L.L.C.
- Designed by Populous; construction management by Hunt-Bovis
- Completed Opening Day 2009

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Fast Facts

Intimate World Class Facility

Comfort and Convenience

Fan-Friendly Park

Between the Lines

Easy Access

Classic Design

New York City Connection

Design and Construction

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