While the Detroit Tigers were preparing yesterday for their first game of the season today in Chicago against the White Sox, club officials unveiled new features, products, and food items that await fans at Comerica Park on Opening Day, April 5.
Most noticeable is the upgraded scoreboard/videoboard beyond the left field fence and an improved sound system. The new videoboard and sound system are designed to create an immersive audiovisual experience in all seating areas throughout the ballpark.
The new videoboard is the largest in the American League and second largest in Major League Baseball, measuring 15,688 square feet with near crystal-clear resolution. The upgraded sound system is engineered by new speakers that are adjacent to the videoboard, providing a much-improved listening experience in the outfield and on the Comerica Landing.
In addition, more than 25 subwoofers have been installed throughout the ballpark, providing a more robust sound for fans in attendance, the club says.
Along with the additional 9,500 square feet on the new videoboard, overall resolution has been upgraded. The upper and lower portions of the board feature 14.1 million pixels that are 33 percent closer together than the old scoreboard, which utilized 2.4 million pixels. The increased resolution and size will provide enhanced graphical displays of lineups, statistical notes, analytics, and more.
“We’re excited to welcome our fans back to Comerica Park, where the experience will look, sound and feel much different this season,” says Ryan Gustafson, president and CEO of Ilitch Sports + Entertainment. “We can’t wait to unveil our brand-new scoreboard and introduce our upgraded sound system, and for Tigers fans to enjoy all the new and traditional offerings at the ballpark all season long.”
Elsewhere throughout the park, high-definition screens have replaced the televisions throughout the concourse areas on both the lower and upper levels and will feature a connected IPTV system that allows fans to stay tuned to the game wherever they roam. The new TVs feature advanced signal quality, additional channels, and specialized monitors designed to be viewed under sunny skies during day games.
One new feature will be visible before fans even get inside Comerica Park. The Tigers have installed OpenGate Detection System metal detectors outside the stadium, allowing fans to safely enter the ballpark without removing any items from their pockets. The screening system will be utilized at all four Comerica Park entrances and the Suite Bridge, promising faster entry into the ballpark.
Small bags will continue to be checked, maintaining the same high level of security for fans. All bags, purses, and clutches larger than 4-by-6-by1.5 inches remain prohibited.
The team also has added the KultureCity Sensory Room on Upper Level of Comerica Park, in partnership with the Detroit Tigers Foundation and KultureCity. The sensory room is part of the Tigers Foundation’s commitment to fostering an inclusive environment for all, ensuring that individuals with sensory sensitivities can enjoy all events without barriers.
The sensory room is designed to help individuals with sensory processing needs and caters to a variety of those individuals, incorporating adjustable lighting, calming visuals, and comfortable seating. A range of sensory tools and equipment like bubble walls, bean-bag chairs, and sensory toys are available to create a personalized and calming experience. The room is fully accessible, accommodating individuals of all ages.
New merchandise available at Comerica Park in 2024 include:
- Commemorative 1984 Line, celebrating the 40th anniversary of the World Series champions.
- Jim Leyland Hall of Fame Collection, including T-shirts, bats, pennants, magnets, and pins.
- New Clubhouse Hat Collection, including New Era batting practice hat which pays tribute to Tigers legend Alan Trammell.
- Onward Reserve Line, featuring polos, pullovers, and quarter zips.
- Margaritaville Collaboration, including hoodies, T-shirts and camp shirts featuring several colors and patterns.
- Colt Keith autographed baseballs.
- Parker Meadows autographed jerseys.
- Kerry Carpenter autographed jerseys.
- Matt Vierling autographed baseballs and jerseys.
- 18-inch game-used bases.
The Tigers again partnering with several small restaurant businesses in the city of Detroit, providing fans with diverse, local flavors throughout the ballpark. Featured local businesses include Slows Bar BQ, Marrow, Detroit Water Ice Factory, Green Dot Stables, Taqueria El Rey, Voyager, El Rey de las Arepas, Lobster Food Truck, Breadless, Cooking with Que, and Yum Village.
Among the new food items available at Comerica Park in 2024 are:
Slows Bar BQ Burritos (Pitcher’s Pub on Comerica Landing)
Mostly Maui Wowie —Hickory-smoked pulled chicken, roasted onions, chilis, beans, chipotle rice, cheese, crema, and salsa verde.
Nice Dreams — Plant-based chorizo, roasted onions, chilis, beans, chipotle rice, cheese, crema, and house salsa.
The Low Rider — Slows famous pulled pork, roasted onions, chilis, refried beans, chipotle rice, cheese, crema, and house salsa.
Marrow: Corner Tap Room near Section 114)
Bacon Burger — Dry-aged beef and bacon burger blend, double patty, American cheese, shaved iceberg lettuce, Kerch sauce.
Braised Barbacoa Torta — Braised beef, avocado salsa, citrus slaw, cotija cheese.
Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwich — House pickles, shaved Iceberg, house-made Pimento cheese.
Grilled Andalusia Sausage — House-made local pork sausage, chimichurri, pickled red onion, crema, cilantro.
Wedge Salad — Marrow beef bacon, sourdough croutons, pickled red onions, dill, smoked blue cheese dressing.
Detroit Water Ice Factory (Comerica Big Cat Court)
Strawberry Lemonade
Blue Raspberry
Orange Cream
Rotating Local Pop-Ups: Section 116
Voyager
- Chilled peel and eat shrimp with comeback sauce and lemon.
- Hush Puppies with honey butter and lemon.
El Rey de las Arepas
Chicken Arepa with cheese and garlic sauce.
Beef Arepa with cheese and garlic sauce.
Breadless
- Southwest Rice Bowl
Green Dot Stables: Meijer Market
- Slider Bundle
- Pierogi Grilled Cheese Slider
Taqueria El Rey: Miller Lite Market
Charcoal Grilled Chicken Wings
- Street Corn Nachos
SmashBurger (Big Cat Court & Section 327)
- SmashBurger
Cheesesteak
- Cheesesteak Sandwich
- Cheesesteak Hot Dog
Hot Honey Chicken Tenders (Section 151 & 336)
- Hot Honey Chicken Tenders
- Souvenir Chicken Tender Bucket
For a complete list of special events and give-a-ways slated for the 2024 season, visit here.
For tickets, visit here.
