Texas Rangers to allow max capacity on opening day

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The Texas Rangers are set to allow full capacity at Globe Life Field to start the 2021 season, following a team announcement on Wednesday afternoon.

The Rangers are the second DFW team after the Mavericks to plan for a full capacity, but the first to make an official announcement.

“The Rangers are encouraged that the Governor’s Office has given clearance for us to fully open Globe Life Field at the start of the 2021 Major League Baseball season,” said President of Business Operations and Chief Operating Officer Neil Leibman.

“We will require all those who enter Globe Life Field to wear a mask or face covering, and are working with Major League Baseball on some additional protocols required for player health and safety. We will continue to monitor developments and implement the necessary public health measures. We are excited that Rangers fans will finally be able to experience all that Globe Life Field has to offer.”

Per the release from the Rangers, Masks will be required for all fans except when eating or drinking at their seats, including all concourse areas. Socially distanced seating will also be made available for patrons.

The Rangers also announced that hand sanitizing stations will be available throughout the ballpark, while all tickets will be digital and only credit cards will be accepted at retail locations. Globe life will also be 100% cashless.

In addition, safe distancing will be enforced throughout the ballpark, including concessions and shops., while no bags will be permitted inside the stadium unless they pertain to medical or family uses.

While the Rangers have yet to completely complete the plan, the franchise is working with MLB in order to finalize health and safety protocols for both players and fans at the ballpark.

In terms of ticket sales, the Rangers announced that season ticket holders are set to have full access to their scheduled seats for the 2021 season, including the exhibition matchups with the Milwaukee Brewers at the end of March.

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