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| -- ------------------------------ -- Cubs announce Wrigley expansion plans |
The Chicago Cubs released new illustrations of proposed Wrigley Field bleacher improvements and a new building
planned for the parking lot west of the ballpark. The team and the city of Chicago reached agreement this week
on these designs, which reflect four years of input from community residents and City officials.
"We have worked hard to come up with a solution to meet the needs of the Cubs and the concerns of our
neighbors and the city," said Andy MacPhail, Cubs president and CEO. "We hope our continuing investment in our
ballpark will help sustain the future of Wrigley Field."
The improved Wrigley campus will enhance the fan experience inside and outside the ballpark. The new design
replicates Wrigley's famed ivy-covered outfield walls on the bleacher exterior and adds an area where pedestrians
can peer into the park through open fencing on Sheffield Avenue, which will replace an existing metal gate.
Landscaping, sidewalk and exterior upgrades around the entire park complement the new bleacher entrance at
Sheffield and Waveland avenues. New amenities such as bathrooms, concessions and additional exits will help
update the ballpark's aging bleachers.
planned for the parking lot west of the ballpark. The team and the city of Chicago reached agreement this week
on these designs, which reflect four years of input from community residents and City officials.
"We have worked hard to come up with a solution to meet the needs of the Cubs and the concerns of our
neighbors and the city," said Andy MacPhail, Cubs president and CEO. "We hope our continuing investment in our
ballpark will help sustain the future of Wrigley Field."
The improved Wrigley campus will enhance the fan experience inside and outside the ballpark. The new design
replicates Wrigley's famed ivy-covered outfield walls on the bleacher exterior and adds an area where pedestrians
can peer into the park through open fencing on Sheffield Avenue, which will replace an existing metal gate.
Landscaping, sidewalk and exterior upgrades around the entire park complement the new bleacher entrance at
Sheffield and Waveland avenues. New amenities such as bathrooms, concessions and additional exits will help
update the ballpark's aging bleachers.
The new addition includes wheelchair-accessible seats in the bleachers for the first time.
"From the outset, community leaders have been consistent in their hope this expansion could be accomplished
without having exposed columns in the sidewalk," said Mike Lufrano, Cubs vice president of community affairs. "We
are able to accommodate this goal while achieving a classic look for Wrigley's exterior and help the area around
the park look better year-round."
Since the Cubs first proposed expanding the bleachers in 2001, several changes have been made in response to
input from neighbors and City planning officials. The proposed exposed columns on sidewalks on Waveland and
Sheffield avenues have been eliminated. The cross aisle at the rear of the bleachers has been lowered to help
enhance views of the neighborhood.
The original 2,600-seat expansion has been scaled back to 1,790 new seats, and there will be an additional
100-person restaurant in the centerfield "Batter's Eye."
A multi-purpose building complementing the classic look of Wrigley Field replaces the car wash and former donut
shop on underutilized land west of the ballpark. Players will benefit from state-of-the-art batting cages, indoor
pitchers mounds and other facilities located underground.
Fans will have access to a themed restaurant, additional restroom facilities and an open-air pedestrian parkway
available to the public on non-game days between the new building and Wrigley.
Fans and neighbors also will benefit from wider sidewalks on Clark Street, a multi-level parking facility with parking
available for residents and businesses on non-game days, and modern lighting outside the bleachers to enhance
aesthetics and safety year-round.
"The addition of open space and green space around the ballpark will significantly improve the look of Wrigley
Field from the outside," Lufrano said. "The new parking spaces respond to an issue we've heard consistently in our
community."
The Cubs are committed to financing the construction themselves, a rarity among modern professional sports
teams. The agreement reached Monday includes a proposal for the Cubs to pay the city $3.1 million to resolve a
dispute regarding ownership of a piece of land west of Wrigley, and for the right to build over the sidewalk on
Waveland and Sheffield avenues.
The city also would receive $250,000 toward a new campus park at Blaine School and $400,000 for a stoplight at
the intersection of Clark Street and Waveland Avenue.
The new design will be presented at a community meeting March 8 and requires approval from the Chicago Plan
Commission, the Commission on Chicago Landmarks and the Chicago City Council. If approved, construction would
begin after the 2005 season.
Mark McGuire, Cubs executive vice president of business operations, has led the redesign effort. The bleacher
improvement project was designed by HOK-Sport and incorporates recommendations of nationally renowned local
renovation architect John Vinci, and prominent landscaping design firm, Peter Lindsay Schaudt Landscape
Architecture, Inc. It also incorporates recommendations of the Landmarks Preservation Council of Illinois.
"From the outset, community leaders have been consistent in their hope this expansion could be accomplished
without having exposed columns in the sidewalk," said Mike Lufrano, Cubs vice president of community affairs. "We
are able to accommodate this goal while achieving a classic look for Wrigley's exterior and help the area around
the park look better year-round."
Since the Cubs first proposed expanding the bleachers in 2001, several changes have been made in response to
input from neighbors and City planning officials. The proposed exposed columns on sidewalks on Waveland and
Sheffield avenues have been eliminated. The cross aisle at the rear of the bleachers has been lowered to help
enhance views of the neighborhood.
The original 2,600-seat expansion has been scaled back to 1,790 new seats, and there will be an additional
100-person restaurant in the centerfield "Batter's Eye."
A multi-purpose building complementing the classic look of Wrigley Field replaces the car wash and former donut
shop on underutilized land west of the ballpark. Players will benefit from state-of-the-art batting cages, indoor
pitchers mounds and other facilities located underground.
Fans will have access to a themed restaurant, additional restroom facilities and an open-air pedestrian parkway
available to the public on non-game days between the new building and Wrigley.
Fans and neighbors also will benefit from wider sidewalks on Clark Street, a multi-level parking facility with parking
available for residents and businesses on non-game days, and modern lighting outside the bleachers to enhance
aesthetics and safety year-round.
"The addition of open space and green space around the ballpark will significantly improve the look of Wrigley
Field from the outside," Lufrano said. "The new parking spaces respond to an issue we've heard consistently in our
community."
The Cubs are committed to financing the construction themselves, a rarity among modern professional sports
teams. The agreement reached Monday includes a proposal for the Cubs to pay the city $3.1 million to resolve a
dispute regarding ownership of a piece of land west of Wrigley, and for the right to build over the sidewalk on
Waveland and Sheffield avenues.
The city also would receive $250,000 toward a new campus park at Blaine School and $400,000 for a stoplight at
the intersection of Clark Street and Waveland Avenue.
The new design will be presented at a community meeting March 8 and requires approval from the Chicago Plan
Commission, the Commission on Chicago Landmarks and the Chicago City Council. If approved, construction would
begin after the 2005 season.
Mark McGuire, Cubs executive vice president of business operations, has led the redesign effort. The bleacher
improvement project was designed by HOK-Sport and incorporates recommendations of nationally renowned local
renovation architect John Vinci, and prominent landscaping design firm, Peter Lindsay Schaudt Landscape
Architecture, Inc. It also incorporates recommendations of the Landmarks Preservation Council of Illinois.
| -- ------------------------------ -- U.S. Cellular Field Renovations |
In 2003, the Chicago White Sox and U.S. Cellular forged a partnership, renaming the ballpark U.S. Cellular Field.
This agreement created the opportunity for fan-focused renovations and improvements to the park. A fully
renovated U.S. Cellular Field is expected to be completed by Opening Day 2006. Prior to the 2004 season, several
rows of seats were removed from the upper deck along with the canopy-style roof, which was replaced with a flat
steel roof. The upper level concourse was enclosed and remodeled as well.
2005 renovations:
New green seats will be installed at U.S. Cellular Field over the next calendar year, changing the color of the
14-year-old ballpark's seating area from blue to forest green. The installation of new seats takes place in addition
to Phase V renovations currently underway. Those changes include a multilevel interactive FUNdamentals skills
deck in left field (above) and a Scout Seating area located behind home plate.
New green seats first will be installed in the Club Level, Scout Seats and bleachers before Opening Day 2005. The
remaining seats, beginning with the upper deck, will be replaced as weather allows during the 2005 season and
2005-2006 offseason. Full installation is scheduled to be completed by Opening Day 2006. Aisle seats in each row
will feature one of the club's historical logos.
The new 314-seat "scout seat" area will be built behind home plate, replacing the current field access tunnel and
some existing seating. Fans with tickets to this area will have access to a 5,000-square-foot private restaurant and
lounge located inside the ballpark at Gate 3 and will enjoy behind-the-scenes views of the ballpark´s inner
workings. These seats will feature personal wait service from Levy staff, as well as reserved parking just outside
Gate 3.
This agreement created the opportunity for fan-focused renovations and improvements to the park. A fully
renovated U.S. Cellular Field is expected to be completed by Opening Day 2006. Prior to the 2004 season, several
rows of seats were removed from the upper deck along with the canopy-style roof, which was replaced with a flat
steel roof. The upper level concourse was enclosed and remodeled as well.
2005 renovations:
New green seats will be installed at U.S. Cellular Field over the next calendar year, changing the color of the
14-year-old ballpark's seating area from blue to forest green. The installation of new seats takes place in addition
to Phase V renovations currently underway. Those changes include a multilevel interactive FUNdamentals skills
deck in left field (above) and a Scout Seating area located behind home plate.
New green seats first will be installed in the Club Level, Scout Seats and bleachers before Opening Day 2005. The
remaining seats, beginning with the upper deck, will be replaced as weather allows during the 2005 season and
2005-2006 offseason. Full installation is scheduled to be completed by Opening Day 2006. Aisle seats in each row
will feature one of the club's historical logos.
The new 314-seat "scout seat" area will be built behind home plate, replacing the current field access tunnel and
some existing seating. Fans with tickets to this area will have access to a 5,000-square-foot private restaurant and
lounge located inside the ballpark at Gate 3 and will enjoy behind-the-scenes views of the ballpark´s inner
workings. These seats will feature personal wait service from Levy staff, as well as reserved parking just outside
Gate 3.
| -- ------------------------------- -- Fenway Park Renovations for '06 |
As part of their long-term commitment to Fenway Park, the Boston Red Sox today detailed plans for the creation
of four new seating "neighborhoods" that will be developed starting in the 2006 season. The improvements will
come in phases over a three-year period.
Today's announcement follows the March 23 declaration by Principal Owner John W. Henry, Chairman Tom Werner
and President/CEO Larry Lucchino that the Red Sox are committed to remaining at 93-year-old Fenway -- Major
League Baseball's oldest and smallest ballpark. The club is planning to complete work on the ballpark in advance of
the 100th Anniversary celebration of Fenway Park in April, 2012.
of four new seating "neighborhoods" that will be developed starting in the 2006 season. The improvements will
come in phases over a three-year period.
Today's announcement follows the March 23 declaration by Principal Owner John W. Henry, Chairman Tom Werner
and President/CEO Larry Lucchino that the Red Sox are committed to remaining at 93-year-old Fenway -- Major
League Baseball's oldest and smallest ballpark. The club is planning to complete work on the ballpark in advance of
the 100th Anniversary celebration of Fenway Park in April, 2012.
As part of the franchise's continuing effort to create more opportunities for fans to experience the Red Sox at
Fenway Park, the club will renovate and re-design the existing .406 Club and Roof Level.
The club will create a "Pavilion Level," which includes the Pavilion Club Seats, the Pavilion Box Seats, the Pavilion
Reserved Seats, and the EMC Club on the lower level of a renovated .406 Club.
In the three-year process, the Red Sox will create room for approximately 2,500 more fans. The legal occupancy
of Fenway increases next year from 36,298 to 38,805.
After the 2005 season, the Red Sox will remove the glass that now encloses the .406 Club and split the large area
behind home plate into two levels (See illustration above). The lower level will be the "EMC Club" in connection
with a new corporate sponsorship between the Red Sox and EMC Corporation, their new official information
storage and management provider. Hopkinton-based EMC is the largest information technology company
headquartered in Massachusetts.
The open-air EMC Club, which will be at the suite level, will have high-end amenities, including wider, heated
seats, waiter and waitress services, private dining rooms, a business conference center, and a dedicated
concierge to facilitate purchases of tickets to Fenway and other entertainment venues. Members will have VIP
parking opportunities as well.
Directly above the EMC Club, the Pavilion Level will include the "Home Plate Pavilion Club." Along the first base and
third base lines, the new level will have Pavilion Club, Pavilion Box and Reserved Seats, as well as new, dedicated
standing room areas.
The range of prices will be consistent with the current menu of Red Sox tickets ($25 for dedicated standing room
to $275 for the top-of-the-line premium seats with the most features and amenities). Red Sox tickets currently
range from $12 to $300.
"These new areas and additional seats are designed to help fulfill the wishes and meet the demand of many
long-time fans," said Red Sox Chief Operating Officer Mike Dee. "Ever since John, Tom, Larry, and their partners
purchased the club, fans have been asking them to remove the glass that separates the .406 Club from the Fenway
atmosphere.
"In addition, many long-time season ticket holders have told us they would love newer, wider seats and amenities
found in new ballparks. They will have priority in the relocation process to the new areas.
"Finally, with a waiting list for season tickets of more than 3,000, we can begin to make a dent in that list as we
liberate seats from those who relocate to the new areas.
"As we phase in seats on the Pavilion Level over the next three years, we will add new standing room to an area
that has none, add reserved seating comparable to today's grandstand and box seats, and add suite-like seats with
spectacular locations and remarkable amenities.
With fresh air rather than a glass barrier, the newly constructed areas within the existing footprint of the .406
Club will improve the ambiance and intimacy, while providing such improvements as wider seats, extra leg room,
new food and beverage options, improved access, and club lounges.
"We want to bring Fenway Park's premium seating areas and amenities up to the Major League standard without
compromising the integrity, character, and charm that distinguish Fenway Park," Dee said.
Even though the current .406 Club will be divided into two areas on separate levels, the EMC Club will maintain a
tribute to the greatest hitter who ever lived by having exactly 406 seats and by housing a new Ted Williams
Lounge. The current .406 Club, originally called the 600 Club, has 606 seats, but was re-named for the Splendid
Splinter on July 22, 2002, at a Fenway tribute 17 days after he died. The 600 Club opened in 1989.
EMC provides the information storage and management systems and software that protect and manage the players'
and coaches' digitized video archives and statistical records -- in the newly renovated clubhouse and on the road
-- as well as the club's photographic archives, Fanfoto service, and Microsoft Exchange environment. The
company, which is the world leader in information storage and management solutions with more than $8 billion in
2004 revenues, employs 7,000 people in Massachusetts and 23,000 worldwide.
"The Red Sox and EMC have a lot more in common than our New England roots, our passion for winning, and our
absolute focus on our customers" said Joe Tucci, EMC President and CEO. "We both appreciate that sustaining
leadership is even more difficult than attaining leadership. And we both understand the value of information in
solving problems and exploiting new opportunities.
"For the World Champion Red Sox, that means everything from being able to instantly access statistics and
digitized video for scouting opponents, to keeping e-mails and key records safe yet readily accessible and
authenticated," Tucci continued. "All over the world, EMC's people and technology are helping winning
organizations like the Red Sox solve their information management challenges and build strong, enduring
businesses. We are excited about this new partnership and look forward to helping the Red Sox create the new
EMC Club at Fenway Park."
The Red Sox also announced EMC's commitment to the Red Sox Scholars program, which provides college
scholarships to academically talented, financially challenged middle school students. Working with EMC, the Red
Sox will expand the program's reach and services. EMC, which prioritizes math and science education in its
extensive community involvement programs, has supported the Red Sox Foundation since its inception.
Fenway Park, the club will renovate and re-design the existing .406 Club and Roof Level.
The club will create a "Pavilion Level," which includes the Pavilion Club Seats, the Pavilion Box Seats, the Pavilion
Reserved Seats, and the EMC Club on the lower level of a renovated .406 Club.
In the three-year process, the Red Sox will create room for approximately 2,500 more fans. The legal occupancy
of Fenway increases next year from 36,298 to 38,805.
After the 2005 season, the Red Sox will remove the glass that now encloses the .406 Club and split the large area
behind home plate into two levels (See illustration above). The lower level will be the "EMC Club" in connection
with a new corporate sponsorship between the Red Sox and EMC Corporation, their new official information
storage and management provider. Hopkinton-based EMC is the largest information technology company
headquartered in Massachusetts.
The open-air EMC Club, which will be at the suite level, will have high-end amenities, including wider, heated
seats, waiter and waitress services, private dining rooms, a business conference center, and a dedicated
concierge to facilitate purchases of tickets to Fenway and other entertainment venues. Members will have VIP
parking opportunities as well.
Directly above the EMC Club, the Pavilion Level will include the "Home Plate Pavilion Club." Along the first base and
third base lines, the new level will have Pavilion Club, Pavilion Box and Reserved Seats, as well as new, dedicated
standing room areas.
The range of prices will be consistent with the current menu of Red Sox tickets ($25 for dedicated standing room
to $275 for the top-of-the-line premium seats with the most features and amenities). Red Sox tickets currently
range from $12 to $300.
"These new areas and additional seats are designed to help fulfill the wishes and meet the demand of many
long-time fans," said Red Sox Chief Operating Officer Mike Dee. "Ever since John, Tom, Larry, and their partners
purchased the club, fans have been asking them to remove the glass that separates the .406 Club from the Fenway
atmosphere.
"In addition, many long-time season ticket holders have told us they would love newer, wider seats and amenities
found in new ballparks. They will have priority in the relocation process to the new areas.
"Finally, with a waiting list for season tickets of more than 3,000, we can begin to make a dent in that list as we
liberate seats from those who relocate to the new areas.
"As we phase in seats on the Pavilion Level over the next three years, we will add new standing room to an area
that has none, add reserved seating comparable to today's grandstand and box seats, and add suite-like seats with
spectacular locations and remarkable amenities.
With fresh air rather than a glass barrier, the newly constructed areas within the existing footprint of the .406
Club will improve the ambiance and intimacy, while providing such improvements as wider seats, extra leg room,
new food and beverage options, improved access, and club lounges.
"We want to bring Fenway Park's premium seating areas and amenities up to the Major League standard without
compromising the integrity, character, and charm that distinguish Fenway Park," Dee said.
Even though the current .406 Club will be divided into two areas on separate levels, the EMC Club will maintain a
tribute to the greatest hitter who ever lived by having exactly 406 seats and by housing a new Ted Williams
Lounge. The current .406 Club, originally called the 600 Club, has 606 seats, but was re-named for the Splendid
Splinter on July 22, 2002, at a Fenway tribute 17 days after he died. The 600 Club opened in 1989.
EMC provides the information storage and management systems and software that protect and manage the players'
and coaches' digitized video archives and statistical records -- in the newly renovated clubhouse and on the road
-- as well as the club's photographic archives, Fanfoto service, and Microsoft Exchange environment. The
company, which is the world leader in information storage and management solutions with more than $8 billion in
2004 revenues, employs 7,000 people in Massachusetts and 23,000 worldwide.
"The Red Sox and EMC have a lot more in common than our New England roots, our passion for winning, and our
absolute focus on our customers" said Joe Tucci, EMC President and CEO. "We both appreciate that sustaining
leadership is even more difficult than attaining leadership. And we both understand the value of information in
solving problems and exploiting new opportunities.
"For the World Champion Red Sox, that means everything from being able to instantly access statistics and
digitized video for scouting opponents, to keeping e-mails and key records safe yet readily accessible and
authenticated," Tucci continued. "All over the world, EMC's people and technology are helping winning
organizations like the Red Sox solve their information management challenges and build strong, enduring
businesses. We are excited about this new partnership and look forward to helping the Red Sox create the new
EMC Club at Fenway Park."
The Red Sox also announced EMC's commitment to the Red Sox Scholars program, which provides college
scholarships to academically talented, financially challenged middle school students. Working with EMC, the Red
Sox will expand the program's reach and services. EMC, which prioritizes math and science education in its
extensive community involvement programs, has supported the Red Sox Foundation since its inception.
| Dodger Stadium Renovations for '06 Construction includes reseating of the entire stadium, a return to the original |
The Los Angeles Dodgers announced plans for the second phase of their multi-year plan for ongoing improvements
at Dodger Stadium. The multi-million dollar off-season construction project will include replacing the physical seats
within the primary seating bowl utilizing the stadium's original color palette; repairing and conducting maintenance
on the concrete and structure within the seating bowl area; and introducing a traditional yet modern "box" seat
concept within the baseline seating area.
at Dodger Stadium. The multi-million dollar off-season construction project will include replacing the physical seats
within the primary seating bowl utilizing the stadium's original color palette; repairing and conducting maintenance
on the concrete and structure within the seating bowl area; and introducing a traditional yet modern "box" seat
concept within the baseline seating area.
"Over the past several years, the more than 30-year-old seats at Dodger Stadium have begun to show their age.
Reseating the stadium became our priority this off-season because we increasingly were concerned with this issue
and wanted to be responsive to our fans' needs," said Dodger Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer
Marty Greenspun. "Owner Frank McCourt made a commitment for the Dodgers to play at Dodger Stadium for the
next 25 years, and our goal is to make the stadium the most fan-friendly venue in all of sports."
The last seat replacement at Dodger Stadium took place over two off-seasons during the mid-1970s, when the club
made the transition from wooden to plastic seats. Since that time, seat replacements and repairs have been done
as needed.
The color scheme at the stadium has progressively changed throughout its history as a result of various
enhancements and improvement projects since its opening in 1962. The 2006 seat replacement project will include
a return to the original color scheme, in an effort to restore Dodger Stadium's traditional aesthetic. The
reincorporation of the original muted pastels will be emblematic of the stadium's original Mid-Century Modern
architecture.
An additional aspect of the off-season construction will be improving the sightlines within the existing baseline
seating sections. The club plans to introduce a "box" concept in these sections, which is a modern interpretation
of a traditional ballpark element - box seating. The Dodger Stadium version will include boxes of four to eight seats
enhanced by an integrated table amenity. This will also involve the removal of several rows, and roughly 500 seats
from these sections creating additional legroom.
"One of the guiding principles of our ongoing improvements is to introduce modern amenities to our fans,
enhancing the fan experience," said Greenspun. "At the same time, we also are mindful of preserving the tradition
and history of the original Dodger Stadium design. We are excited about our plans to both modernize and restore
within the same project."
The Dodgers will be making a limited number of authenticated Dodger Stadium seats available to fans for purchase.
Seats will be sold for $250 per pair for general seating (fans choose which color) or $500 per pair for LA logo
baseline seating. Dodger season ticket holders receive a discount of $50-$100 depending on the seat purchased.
Purchase includes all the necessary mounting hardware and easy instructions for assembly. Net proceeds from the
stadium seats sale will benefit the Dodgers Dream Foundation, which provides educational, athletic and
recreational opportunities for the youth of the Greater Los Angeles community. To learn more details about the
online seat sale, and to place an order, fans can visit dodgers.com.
Construction at the stadium will be completed prior to the Dodgers' opening of the 2006 season.
Reseating the stadium became our priority this off-season because we increasingly were concerned with this issue
and wanted to be responsive to our fans' needs," said Dodger Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer
Marty Greenspun. "Owner Frank McCourt made a commitment for the Dodgers to play at Dodger Stadium for the
next 25 years, and our goal is to make the stadium the most fan-friendly venue in all of sports."
The last seat replacement at Dodger Stadium took place over two off-seasons during the mid-1970s, when the club
made the transition from wooden to plastic seats. Since that time, seat replacements and repairs have been done
as needed.
The color scheme at the stadium has progressively changed throughout its history as a result of various
enhancements and improvement projects since its opening in 1962. The 2006 seat replacement project will include
a return to the original color scheme, in an effort to restore Dodger Stadium's traditional aesthetic. The
reincorporation of the original muted pastels will be emblematic of the stadium's original Mid-Century Modern
architecture.
An additional aspect of the off-season construction will be improving the sightlines within the existing baseline
seating sections. The club plans to introduce a "box" concept in these sections, which is a modern interpretation
of a traditional ballpark element - box seating. The Dodger Stadium version will include boxes of four to eight seats
enhanced by an integrated table amenity. This will also involve the removal of several rows, and roughly 500 seats
from these sections creating additional legroom.
"One of the guiding principles of our ongoing improvements is to introduce modern amenities to our fans,
enhancing the fan experience," said Greenspun. "At the same time, we also are mindful of preserving the tradition
and history of the original Dodger Stadium design. We are excited about our plans to both modernize and restore
within the same project."
The Dodgers will be making a limited number of authenticated Dodger Stadium seats available to fans for purchase.
Seats will be sold for $250 per pair for general seating (fans choose which color) or $500 per pair for LA logo
baseline seating. Dodger season ticket holders receive a discount of $50-$100 depending on the seat purchased.
Purchase includes all the necessary mounting hardware and easy instructions for assembly. Net proceeds from the
stadium seats sale will benefit the Dodgers Dream Foundation, which provides educational, athletic and
recreational opportunities for the youth of the Greater Los Angeles community. To learn more details about the
online seat sale, and to place an order, fans can visit dodgers.com.
Construction at the stadium will be completed prior to the Dodgers' opening of the 2006 season.