The fences down the lines average 34 feet deeper than County Stadium, but it has the same depths in the power alleys and in center, and there is less foul territory. Retractable roof may help pitchers in hot summers. Balls flew out in 1998 debut, but it has become a neutral park since reconfiguration in 1999. Slightly favors righthanded hitters. One of the few parks that tends to favor righthanded power.
Balls carry well down the left field line.
Despite a short right field fence, Yankee Stadium traditionally has been a pitcher s park. Generally, more favorable to lefthanded hitters over righties. Suppresses power and average from both sides of the plate, particularly righthanded average. Overrated as a hitter s park, it treats lefthanded hitters much better than their counterparts. Home plate is being moved back seven feet, which moves fences back, but also reduces foul ground territory.