D-backs Block Views, Move Fans to Better Seats

0:00On March 31st, the Arizona Diamondbacks rode out shiny new ribbon boards circling Chase Field, but they're blocking the view from dozens of seats. Hitting the front row of the upper deck the hardest, the team jumped in quick, promising to relocate any fans, stuck with obstructed sidelines. These boards went up during the offseason as part of upgrades to the nearly 30-year-old stadium, aiming to freshen things up for a new era of baseball. The snag even reached the press box, forcing the game operations crew to shift spots before Monday night's home opener against the Detroit Tigers. That crew handles key roles like official score, pitch clock operator, and the automated ballstrike system runner. Fans voiced frustration over the surprise blocks, but the D-backs committed to sorting it out by moving unhappy ticket holders to better seats without extra hassle. Upgrades like this keep stadiums evolving, and the team's on it to ensure every fan catches the full action from here on out. I'm Corey, with the story, and you've been listening to MLB News today, AI-powered baseball coverage.