Bleacher seats will take the stadium capacity from about 4,600 to more than 7,000, and there is the possibility for even larger crowds for postseason events. The steel structure will remain, but all existing concrete will be removed. Lockers will be of the standard found in the minor leagues. A tradition room, where players and hosts meet, will be built. Also underneath the stadium will be four tunnels that double as bullpen and batting cages, allowing the team to practice when it rains.
Fans get more concession stands, restrooms and armchair seating.
There will be a grand entrance, and open-air suites are being considered. An expanded press box will feature workstations for 35 writers, and there will be improved areas for broadcasting. The stadium's lighting system will be enhanced to meet Double-A baseball standards. A 2002 groundbreaking comes with challenges. Hart said it is unrealistic to believe the renovation won't interfere with some home games for the 2003 season.