Spring Training News

[AZOldDawg]

Just heard here locally that the Giant's have ok'd limited fans for spring training. No word from anyone else yet that I'm aware of. Keep those fingers crossed.

[D-train]

Plans by ballpark
Sloan Park, 2330 W. Rio Salado Parkway, Mesa. Home of the Chicago Cubs:

Nearly 27% capacity, allowing 4,000 fans into the stadium that normally holds 15,000.
Face masks required except while eating or drinking. Masks available for fans who arrive without one.
Socially distanced seating enforced.
Hand sanitizer stations installed throughout the stadium, and increased cleaning and disinfecting.
Hohokam Stadium, 1235 N. Center St., Mesa. Home of the Oakland Athletics:

20% capacity, allowing 2,000 fans into the stadium that normally holds 10,000.
Face masks required for everyone older than 2 years old, except when they are eating or drinking.
Hand sanitizing stations throughout the ballpark.
Socially distanced "pod" seating.
No season tickets. All tickets will be digital.
Lawn seats will be in designated "pods" that are painted onto the grass.
Camelback Ranch, 10710 W. Camelback Road, Phoenix. Home of the Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago White Sox:

18% capacity, allowing 2,460 fans into the stadium that typically holds 13,200.
Distanced seating and hand sanitizer stations throughout the concourse.
Mandatory face masks for everyone older than 2. Neck gaiters and bandanas will not count as face masks.

American Family Fields of Phoenix, 3805 N. 53rd Ave., Phoenix. Home of the Milwaukee Brewers:

23% capacity, allowing 2,248 fans into the stadium that typically holds 9,885.
"Pod" seating that keeps groups of up to six people at least 6 feet apart from other groups. Seats in between will be clearly marked as unavailable; outfield seats will be marked off by squares painted on the ground.
Hand sanitizing stations placed throughout the stadium.
Everyone 2 and older must wear a face covering over their nose and mouth except when eating and drinking. Neck gaiters and bandanas will not count as face masks.
Tempe Diablo Stadium, 2200 W. Alameda Drive, Tempe. Home of the Los Angeles Angels:

25% capacity, allowing 1,800 to 2,000 fans into the stadium that typically holds 9,600.
Face masks required except when eating and drinking.
Seating will be socially distanced and clearly marked off.
A no-bag policy so fans can have a "no-touch" check-in.
Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, 7555 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale. Home of the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Colorado Rockies:

Face masks required except when eating or drinking for everyone 2 years old and up. Neck gaiters, face masks with valves or holes and bandanas will not count as face masks.
No cash payments, smoking, vaping or spitting. All concessions will be prepackaged.
To cut down on contact, bags are not allowed. Visitors with medical needs and supplies can bring a diaper bag and check in with a staff member.
No season tickets.
All seating is in socially distanced "pods."
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Scottsdale Stadium, 7408 E. Osborn Road, Scottsdale. Home of the San Francisco Giants:

The city has not yet signed off on a mitigation plan. The Giants said they were working with Scottsdale to allow between 750 to 1,000 fans, according to MLB.com. Mayor David Ortega told The Republic the city was eyeing 750 fans at the 11,800-capacity stadium.


Peoria Sports Complex, 16101 N. 83rd Ave., Peoria. Home of the Seattle Mariners and San Diego Padres:

Nearly 16% capacity, allowing 1,960 fans instead of the usual 12,518.
Face masks required for everyone 2 years old and up except when eating or drinking. Fans not wearing masks could be kicked out after three warnings.
Hand-washing stations throughout the ballpark.
Socially distanced "pod" seating.
No season tickets.
Concession stands will have cashless payment. Fans that only have cash can purchase pre-loaded Mastercard and Visa gift cards.
Parking will be free or included in the price of the ticket to cut down on contact. Tailgating is prohibited.
Employees will complete COVID-19 symptom screenings prior to their shifts.

Goodyear Ballpark, 1933 S. Ballpark Way, Goodyear. Home of the Cleveland Indians and Cincinnati Reds:

22% capacity, allowing 2,268 fans instead of the usual 10,311.
Face masks required for everyone 2 years old and up, except when eating or drinking.
Socially distanced "pod" seating for groups of up to six people.
No bags allowed other than medical bags, diaper bags and clutch purses.
Plexiglass will be installed between concession workers and fans. Contactless payment systems are planned to be installed.
Staff will wear face coverings and gloves and complete daily COVID-19 self-screenings.



Surprise Stadium, 15930 N. Bullard Ave., Surprise. Home of the Kansas City Royals and Texas Rangers:

The city has not yet signed off on a mitigation plan, but face masks will be required except when eating or drinking, and physically distanced seating will be enforced, city spokesperson Virginia Mungovan said.
The park will operate at 25% capacity, allowing about 2,300 fans instead of the typical 10,400, Mungovan said.

[AZOldDawg]

Ticket cost might get interesting given supply/demand issues. Phoenix Open tickets were going for $1500

[Coeurd’Alene J]

Ticket cost might get interesting given supply/demand issues. Phoenix Open tickets were going for $1500

Ya our chance at a game is probably slim. Given family and friends of players and vip probably not 1960 tickets more like half that available.

Chuck get us a couple tee times might be an easier option

[D-train]

Note that the 16% is the lowest of any facility. Idiot Inslee must have been on the committee.

[D-train]

Ticket cost might get interesting given supply/demand issues. Phoenix Open tickets were going for $1500

I would be surprised if more than 20% of the fans that usually travel will be doing so so guessing they will be about the same. But yeah, I wouldn't mind tearing up your course. I assume I will have to pay a damage deposit?

[AZOldDawg]

Ticket cost might get interesting given supply/demand issues. Phoenix Open tickets were going for $1500

I would be surprised if more than 20% of the fans that usually travel will be doing so so guessing they will be about the same. But yeah, I wouldn't mind tearing up your course. I assume I will have to pay a damage deposit?

Absolutlely. However liquid sustenance will work.

[Sexymarinersfan]

Hopefully Carlos Truinfel breaks camp! I've been waiting forvever....

[Petert]

Hopefully Carlos Truinfel breaks camp! I've been waiting forvever....

Wait a minute....

[SpokaneCoug]

Ticket cost might get interesting given supply/demand issues. Phoenix Open tickets were going for $1500

I would be surprised if more than 20% of the fans that usually travel will be doing so so guessing they will be about the same. But yeah, I wouldn't mind tearing up your course. I assume I will have to pay a damage deposit?

Absolutlely. However liquid sustenance will work.

Hopefully you guys will be able to see a game - I've been to a ton of Spring Training games down there. Something about sitting in the grass, having a beer (or 5), and hearing the mitts pop down there --- bliss.

Funny story - we were down there in Spring of '15 - my youngest was about 1 so we had a stroller with us. I packed 4 beers in the diaper bag on the bottom of the stroller..... security found it!!! I had to throw them all away. Ugh. FYI, that trick (beer in a stroller) works EVERY time at Emerald Downs.