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Contra said:
Only concern is if they extend any foul territory. We already have the widest foul territory outside of Oakland...would be great if they could tighten up the baselines a touch to be more in line with other fields.
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mwgsmith said:
Given that reducing the amount of foul territory means adding more of the most expensive seats in the house...
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I would think the 'new' 100 level will have more 'premium' priced seats, regardless of how much foul territory will be immediately in front of them.
The idea of the new lower level stands being moved in closer to the field, and simultaneously increasing their incline sounds good, but in practical reality is limited by having to avoid them blocking the view from the 200 level.
 
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Has anyone heard any updates on lower bowl plans? I'd have to think TBJ's will be revealing renderings soon-ish...
 
They announced the Phase 1 reno plans at the end of July last year.
Probably around the same time.
 
mwgsmith said:
Has anyone heard any updates on lower bowl plans? I'd have to think TBJ's will be revealing renderings soon-ish...
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Toronto Star came out with an article about the new clubs and subsequent price increases. There’s a diagram in the article that shows what the new 100 level layout will look like.

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Blue Jays defend big hike in ticket prices as more frustrated long-time fans speak out — Toronto Star

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Whit Merrifield makes contact as fans watch from their seats. The second phase of renovations at Rogers Centre will feature an overhaul to the lower bowl seating and price structure.
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EDIT: Read the article a few hours ago looks like they changed the photo of the entire lower bowl to just the premium seating. Perhaps what they originally posted wasn’t meant to be shown.

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Weird. The print version doesn't have any diagram and the online version has this alternative. Neither gives a a sense of what Theo overall 10p level will look like, though they must know if they're selling seats.

I feel sorry for the longtime fans getting shafted on this but the sad reality is these moves are always more about maximizing revenue than improving fan experience.
 

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TJ O'Pootertoot said:
I feel sorry for the longtime fans getting shafted on this but the sad reality is these moves are always more about maximizing revenue than improving fan experience.
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Rogers wouldn't have bothered doing the renovations if they didn't believe they could boost revenue enough to pay for them.
 
TJ O'Pootertoot said:
Weird. The print version doesn't have any diagram and the online version has this alternative. Neither gives a a sense of what Theo overall 10p level will look like, though they must know if they're selling seats.

I feel sorry for the longtime fans getting shafted on this but the sad reality is these moves are always more about maximizing revenue than improving fan experience.
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I think the Star published something the Jays/Rogers didn't want to be shown and they changed the photo to the premium seating only. It looks like the premium sections will seat about 2,500. From what I saw of the 100 level blueprint, it will be similar to what's been depicted in some of the renderings. Foul territory will be reduced and it looked like your typical classic ballpark orientation, with OF seats facing towards the diamond. Both sides were symmetrical except the 1st base line will have a walkway/opening along part of the the outfield warning track for what I believe will be a below deck bar/restaurant area.
 
Translude15 said:
I think the Star published something the Jays/Rogers didn't want to be shown and they changed the photo to the premium seating only. It looks like the premium sections will seat about 2,500. From what I saw of the 100 level blueprint, it will be similar to what's been depicted in some of the renderings. Foul territory will be reduced and it looked like your typical classic ballpark orientation, with OF seats facing towards the diamond. Both sides were symmetrical except the 1st base line will have a walkway/opening along part of the the outfield warning track for what I believe will be a below deck bar/restaurant area.
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After this renovation will the seating capacity be lowered again from the current 41500
 
Anyone heard any updates lately? Phase 1 plan was revealed last July 28. I wonder if they’ll follow a similar timeline for Phase 2? I’m somewhat surprised they haven’t shared more given all the new premium seating the sales team needs to move…
 
MikeMacNcheese said:
Someone on Reddit shared this possible leak:
https://www.reddit.com/r/Torontobluejays/comments/15aljku

Tighter foul territory, angled seats, etc.
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It has also has the multiple tiers behind home plate, which I suggested they'd likely do (and which one could infer from the stories that have come out from longtime season ticket holders).

If it's not exact, I expect it's pretty close to that.

If they're leaving the accessible seating where it is (behind 100,basically in the concourse) that's pretty crappy for a 2024 design, IMHO.
 
Is there a way someone could compare it now to that? To get the whole perspective of the idea of the new 100-level seating?

I assume that exposed concrete will be turned into for walking accessibility? Maybe find a way to expose more light into that section as well?
 
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Davy88 said:
Is there a way someone could compare it now to that? To get the whole perspective of the idea of the new 100-level seating?

I assume that exposed concrete will be turned into for walking accessibility? Maybe find a way to expose more light into that section as well?
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Decently different if you compare it to this years (The Athletic)

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the sections just beyond the dugouts still look straight out...hopefully they atleast angle the seats otherwise this misses the mark. They should also add in some accessible platforms here and there instead of just up in the 100 concourse. now that they've opened up under the seats for boxes and what not, you can make a row of accessible seating closer as well (take the tunnel to the seats). no other surprises here. more rows of premium seats behind the dish. There might be some premium areas up near the final rows of the 100 level as well. Comerica Park has "the Tigers Den" which are nice wooden patio chairs in the top 4 rows of their lower level. each chair has a table between them, there are only 2 or 4 chairs in a row and hten a bar separating it which means you won't get bothered with people moving in and out of the rows and blocking your views.
 
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