PHILADELPHIA (KYW Newsradio) — As Philadelphia eases COVID-19 restrictions with the rest of the state, the Phillies have announced their plan to allow more fans in the stands, starting with next Friday's game against the Boston Red Sox.
Seating capacity will increase from 11,000 to 16,000 on May 21, the team announced Thursday morning.
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Then, starting with the Phillies' home game against the New York Yankees on June 12, capacity will rise again to 100% for the rest of the season.
The Phils said a limited numbed of seating pods will be available for fans who prefer to maintain physical distancing.
Tailgating will also be allowed outdoors in the parking lots surrounding Citizens Bank Park.
Fans will still be required to wear face coverings, as outlined by Pennsylvania's COVID-19 guidelines.
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