In 2020, Marlins Park should be more favorable to hitters than ever before. As announced Wednesday morning, the team is reducing the dimensions in center field and right-center field. The Fish are also partnering with Shaw Sports Turf to install a synthetic grass surface.
Last season, straightaway center field was 407 feet from home plate; in 2020, it will be only 400. The right-center field distance is being reduced from 392 to 387 feet.
“As we enhance the playing surface at Marlins Park, we felt it was also appropriate to take the opportunity to evaluate our outfield dimensions,” said Jeter.