Photo by The London Stadium, a iconic venue in the heart of the British capital, has undergone a dramatic transformation. This weekend, it will host a showpiece event that will bring a taste of America to the East End of London. The New York Mets will take on the Philadelphia Phillies in the MLB London Series, and the stadium has been transformed into a baseball field.
The London Stadium, home of West Ham United, has been transformed into a baseball field
The transformation is nothing short of remarkable. In just 18 days, the stadium has been converted from a football pitch to a baseball field, complete with 144,000 square feet of synthetic turf and 345 tonnes of infield clay. The attention to detail is impressive, with 18-meter tall foul poles, batting cages, and dugouts all installed.
The baseball field at the London Stadium
This is not the first time the London Stadium has hosted a baseball game. In 2019, the New York Yankees took on the Boston Red Sox, and last year saw the Chicago Cubs take on the St Louis Cardinals. But this year’s event promises to be just as exciting, with the Mets and Phillies set to thrill the crowds.
Fans attending the games can feast on some extravagant ballpark menu items
And it’s not just the action on the field that’s exciting - the stadium has also rolled out a tasty menu fit for any ballpark in America. Fans can indulge in boomstick nachos and two-foot boomstick hotdogs, among other treats.
A two-foot boomstick hotdog, one of the many tasty options available
The MLB London Series is a fantastic opportunity for British baseball fans to experience the excitement of the game live. And with the London Stadium transformed into a baseball field, it’s set to be a weekend to remember.
The MLB London Series is set to be a weekend to remember
