NEW YORK (WCBS 880) — Gov. Andrew Cuomo is easing more restrictions as COVID-19 infection rates continue to go down and vaccination rates increase.
The governor had some good news for sports fans just in time for the start of the baseball season.
Starting April 1, large outdoor stadiums with 2,500+ capacity can have 20% of fans in the stands.
"We're going to play ball and we're going to play ball with a crowd, which I tell you is just so good for the psyche," Cuomo said. "Getting out of this entrapment that we've been in, and going to a game, and getting outside and seeing a new season start, and just hope springs eternal... I feel great about it."
The move means Citi Field can have 8,384 fans for the Mets home opener on April 8 and Yankee Stadium can have 10,850 fans in attendance for the Yankees home opener on April 1.
Proof of a negative test or immunization will be required. Strict protocols, such as social distancing and mask wearing, will be in place.
The restrictions will be re-evaluated in mid-May.
"I believe we are going to see success in the games. I think we going to see that they're safe. I think you're gonna see to increased capacity," Cuomo said.
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The governor also announced Thursday that starting Monday, March 29 statewide travel for sports and recreational activities will be permitted.
Starting April 1, outdoor entertainment venues that can seat 2,500 people can reopen for live concerts, shows and other performances at 20% capacity.
"As the COVID rates continue to improve that capacity will continue to increase, so this is our starting point," Cuomo said.
Sports venues with 1,500+ indoor capacity remain capped at 10% capacity.
Cuomo was joined at his briefing by Yankees President Randy Levine, Mets vice chairman Andy Cohen, CC Sabathia and Al Leiter.
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