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Oriole Park Left Field Social Space Upgrade
Baltimore Orioles to convert left field upper deck into social space for fans.
In brief
Baltimore Orioles to convert left field upper deck into social space for fans. The Maryland Stadium Authority will remove 2,000 seats from Oriole Park’s left field upper deck to create a social space for fans next season. Originally reported by The Banner.
Oriole Park Left Field Upgrade
The Maryland Stadium Authority will remove about 2,000 seats from Oriole Park’s left field upper deck this offseason to create a social space for fans.
Social Space Features
Renderings show a covered space with tables, chairs, concessions, and live music for fans to gather and watch games.
Fan Demand Response
Catie Griggs, the club’s president of business operations, said the change responds to fan requests for social spaces to gather and cheer together.
State-Funded Improvements
The upgrades are part of state-funded renovations representing the largest investment in Camden Yards since it opened in 1992.
Funding Details
The Maryland Stadium Authority issued $305 million in bonds last year for renovations including a 7,500-square-foot videoboard and center field patio.
Capacity and Next Steps
Oriole Park will have an estimated capacity of 40,232 fans next season after the left field upper deck conversion.
The main idea
The Maryland Stadium Authority will remove 2,000 seats from Oriole Park’s left field upper deck to create a social space for fans next season.
