Not every MLB stadium can be a postcard-perfect blend of charm, history, and modern amenities. Some ballparks still rock outdated vibes, cramped concourses, and food options that scream early 2000s mall food court.
While nostalgia is great, there’s a fine line between “retro” and “neglected.” These 10 stadiums could benefit from a little TLC—or maybe a complete glow-up—to bring them up to speed with the rest of the league.
10. American Family Field – Milwaukee Brewers
Sure, it has a retractable roof, but the rest of the park feels stuck in a strange early-2000s design time warp. A fresh interior upgrade could transform it from solid to extraordinary.
9. Great American Ball Park – Cincinnati Reds
It’s got river views, but the overall layout and fan experience lag behind newer parks. An overhaul of the concourses and amenities could breathe some much-needed life into it.
8. Tropicana Field – Tampa Bay Rays
Everyone knows this one is a dome-shaped punchline at this point. Between the low ceilings, awkward catwalks, and general lack of energy, it’s begging for a total reimagining.
7. Nationals Park – Washington Nationals
For such a new stadium, it already feels surprisingly stale. It’s missing that unique spark that makes a ballpark memorable, and a redesign could finally give D.C. the baseball environment it deserves.
6. Guaranteed Rate Field – Chicago White Sox
The name alone is tough, but the stadium itself doesn’t help matters. It lacks personality and could seriously use an injection of fan-friendly features and local flavor.
5. Rogers Centre – Toronto Blue Jays
It was cutting edge once, but that was three decades ago. The dome feels sterile, the turf looks tired, and fans deserve better in a significant market like Toronto.
4. Angel Stadium – Los Angeles Angels
It has a cool rock pile in the outfield, but it can only distract fans for so long. The park feels dated and cookie-cutter in a city thrives on flair and flash.
3. Comerica Park – Detroit Tigers
In theory, there’s a lot to like, but the park feels colder than it should for a franchise with such a rich history. Refreshing the interior design and seating could make it far more inviting.
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2. Chase Field – Arizona Diamondbacks
It’s a giant warehouse in the desert with a pool in the outfield. That sounds cool, in theory, but the atmosphere is more like an airport terminal than a ballpark experience.
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1. RingCentral Coliseum – Oakland Athletics
This place has been clinging to relevance for way too long. The A’s are headed to Vegas, and honestly, this concrete relic should’ve been retired years ago.
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