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Note: Mets To Open Citi Field Tonight

by Mike Nichols on April 3rd, 2009 at 9:00 am

Tonight the Mets will play their first game in Citi Field with the first of two exhibition games versus the Red Sox, starting at 6:10 p.m. EDT.

Last night following their flight from Florida, which was delayed two and half hours, the Mets got first look inside their new home.

Ben Shpigel of the New York Times reports on the initial reactions of many players on their new digs, which ranged from ‘wow’ to overwhelming, and provides an interesting tidbit on Daniel Murphy seeking out the new batting cages, of course.

The New York Times has also provided a variety of multimedia looks of Citi Field, including a panorama, here, and an interactive look at the amenities inside Citi Field, here.

Tonight’s game will be broadcast locally on SNY. Coverage begins at 5:30 p.m. EDT with KFC Pre-Game Live.