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Dodger Blue > Dodgers News > Dodgers Extending Safety Netting Behind Home Plate At Dodger Stadium
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Dodgers Extending Safety Netting Behind Home Plate At Dodger Stadium

Matthew Moreno
December 9, 2015
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In accordance with recommendations issued by Major League Baseball, the Los Angeles Dodgers announced the screen behind home plate will be extended to cover the seating area between the ends of the dugouts closest to home plate and within 70 feet of home plate.

Improving fan safety became more of a pressing issue for MLB commissioner Rob Manfred in the wake multiple incidents last season where fans were injured or hospitalized due to broken bats and foul balls entering the stands — particularly field-level seating.

Finding a balance between creating a safer environment for fans in premier seats without obstructing their view has been a point of contention in recent years.

Along with suggesting teams extend the safety netting behind home plate, Manfred recommended clubs find new means to further educate fans about the dangers of flying bats and balls.

Manfred will provide resources to assist in this education. Additionally, the league will aid teams and online ticketing sellers to provide adequate information at the point of sale about which seats are now behind netting.

While Manfred only offered a series of recommendations on Wednesday, and not mandates, all 30 teams are expected to adhere to the commissioner’s suggestions.

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ByMatthew Moreno
Matthew Moreno is a journalist from Whittier, Calif., who is a credentialed reporter and is currently the Executive Editor of DodgerBlue.com and LakersNation.com. In addition to covering Los Angeles Dodgers and Los Angels Lakers, Matthew has a strong passion for keeping up to date with the sneakerhead culture. It began with Michael Jordan and Air Jordan shoes, and has carried over to Kobe Bryant's signature line with Nike. Matthew previously was the lead editor and digital strategist at Dodgers Nation, and the co-editor and lead writer at Reign of Troy, where he covered USC Trojans Football. Matthew graduated from California State Long Beach University with a major in journalism and minor in communications. Contact: matt@mediumlargela.com
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