There are plenty of major league stadiums that can be considered one of the best MLB stadiums today. With each stadium being so different from the next, ranking them from bottom to top is no easy task.
Best MLB stadiums
No two stadiums are the same in MLB. Some are over 100 years old, others less than 10 years old. Some are indoors or have retractable roofs, while others do not. Some even use artificial turf on the playing surface, while most stadiums use grass.
When determining which MLB parks are the best, there are several things to consider. For this classification, size, location, seating/atmosphere and history of the stadium play the biggest factors.
Here are all 30 MLB parks ranked from worst to best.
30. Tropicana Field
There's not much debate about the worst stadium in Major League Baseball (MLB), with Tropicana Field holding that title. The stadium was built in 1990 and has been home to the Tampa Bay Rays since 1998.
The domed ceiling is an eyesore, and what makes matters worse is that the stadium is virtually empty for most Rays games.
29. RingCentral Amphitheater
RingCentral Coliseum is the current home of the Oakland Athletics. The stadium was built in 1966, making it the fifth-oldest ballpark in MLB today.
Most fans and visitors know that the Colosseum is ordinary and disgusting. The stadium was home to the Oakland Raiders until 2019 when the team moved.
28. Chase Field
Home of the Arizona Diamondbacks, Chase Field has been in operation since 1998. It is one of the few stadiums that uses artificial turf instead of grass.
The stadium is one of the largest in Major League Soccer, which is one of its biggest problems. The size makes the atmosphere limited and is generally very overwhelming and distracting.
27. Guaranteed price field
Guaranteed Rate Stadium in Chicago has been home to the White Sox since 1991. The stadium has undergone several renovations over the years, but it has not changed the major problems.
The view of the sloping upper deck is one issue, along with the way the stadium is built, facing the Dan Ryan Expressway rather than downtown Chicago and the Chicago skyline.
26. Rogers Center
If this were a list ranking MLB parks by capacity, Rogers Center would be at the top of the list with a capacity of just under 50,000. The stadium was built in 1989 and is the current home of the Toronto Blue Jays.
In what appears to be a stadium built before its time, Rogers Center instead has an old, uncomfortable feel that turns away fans.
25. Truist Park
Built in 2017, Truist Park is the second-most modern stadium in MLB. The park has been home to the Atlanta Braves since its opening.
Even though it's fairly new, there's nothing unique or special about Truist Park that warrants it being higher on the list. A lack of history and below-average ability also hurt her.
24. Lundyboat Park
Formerly known as Marlins Park, LoanDepot Park is the current home of the Miami Marlins. The stadium was opened in 2012.
It is one of the smallest stadiums in MLB with a capacity of 37,422 spectators (including standing room). LoanDepot Park lacks any atmosphere as the stadium is half empty for most games.
23. The field of the American family
American Family Field, known as Miller Park until 2020, opened in 2001 and has been home to the Milwaukee Brewers ever since.
The stadium's retractable roof can be opened and closed in just 10 minutes. However, the roof is not aesthetically pleasing when closed, and can produce shadows that make it difficult to follow movement at times.
22. Nationals Park
Opened in 2008, Nationals Park is one of MLB's newest stadiums. The park is the current home of the Washington Nationals.
There's nothing wrong with Nationals Park, but there's nothing that makes it stand out, either. The stadium hosted three World Series games in 2019, with the National Team losing all three games, yet the team won the series in seven games.
21. Progressive field
Looking at MLB parks in terms of capacity, Progressive Field is near the bottom with a maximum capacity of just 34,830. This stadium has been home to the Cleveland Guardians since 1994.
The stadium has undergone some major renovations in the past decade, reducing the stadium's capacity from its peak of 45,569 in 2010.
20. Globe Life Field
Globe Life Field, MLB's newest stadium, became home to the Texas Rangers in 2020. The stadium features a retractable roof and artificial turf.
The stadium's exterior isn't exactly visually appealing, and its lack of history is another reason it's not at the top of this list. Globe Life Field hosted all six games in the 2020 World Series “bubble” due to COVID-19.
19. Minute Maid Park
Minute Maid Park is the current home of the Houston Astros. The stadium was built in 2000 and has a capacity of 41,168 spectators.
The stadium has some unique features, which include a retractable roof and an in-field train that moves along the tracks during Astros games.
18. Busch Stadium
Although the stadium is nothing special from its appearance, Busch Stadium is one of the MLB's most raucous stadiums at times with enthusiastic St. Louis Cardinals fans.
The stadium opened in 2006 and is the third stadium in the city to bear the Busch Stadium name (also sometimes referred to as Busch Stadium III).
17. Angel Stadium
Angel Stadium in Anaheim, California is the current home of the Los Angeles Angels. Looking at MLB parks by age, Angel Stadium is the fourth oldest. The stadium was first opened in 1966 and has a maximum capacity of just over 45,000 spectators.
In addition to being the home of the Angels, the stadium hosted the Los Angeles Rams' home games from 1980 to 1994.
16. Great American Ball Park
Great American Ball Park first opened in 2003 and is the current home of the Cincinnati Reds.
Although it has the word “great” in the name, the stadium is best described as good. An added bonus is that the stadium is close to restaurants and shops. The downside is that it was built in the opposite direction of the Cincinnati skyline.
15. T-Mobile Park
T-Mobile Park is one of the largest MLB stadiums, with a maximum seating capacity of just under 48,000. The stadium was built in 1999 and is the home of the Seattle Mariners.
The stadium is known for its unique retractable roof, which closes when it rains but does not cover the entire field.
14. Comerica Park
Located right in the heart of downtown Detroit, Comerica Park has been the home of the Detroit Tigers since 2000.
The stadium hosted 76y The MLB All-Star Game was released in 2005, which was the first All-Star Game held in Detroit in nearly 35 years.
13. Yankee Stadium
Although it's not one of the top MLB stadiums, Yankee Stadium is home to one of the largest fan bases in the league.
There's nothing wrong with the stadium itself, but it will never be able to compare to the original Yankee Stadium that the New York Yankees called home until 2008.
12. Citizens Bank Park
Philadelphia Phillies fans are known to be noisy, making Citizens Bank Park one of the noisiest MLB stadiums. The Phillies have called the stadium home since 2004.
The stadium is located just outside of downtown Philadelphia and in the same sports complex that houses the Philadelphia Eagles, Flyers, and 76ers.
11. Citi Field
Citi Field, which first opened in 2009, is the current home of the New York Mets. The stadium's maximum capacity is 41,922 spectators (not including standing room).
One of the main features inside the stadium is the Mets home run apple, which rises and falls when a Mets player hits a home run.
10. Target field
Target Field – home of the Minnesota Twins – is one of the league's newest ballparks. It first opened in 2010 and is located in the historic warehouse district of downtown Minnesota.
Some of the stadium's notable features include the Kasota limestone, overhanging roofs, and the Twins' original “Minnie and Paul” logo.
9. Kauffman Stadium
Kauffman Stadium, home of the Kansas City Royals, is the sixth-oldest stadium in the league. It was first opened in 1973 and has a maximum capacity of 37,903 spectators.
The intimate feel of the park, and the fact that it is one of only two baseball stadiums currently in major league use, makes Kauffman Stadium one of the best MLB parks to visit.
8. Course field
With its downtown location and stunning mountain views, Coors Field is one of the best ballparks in the league. The Colorado Rockies have called the ballpark their home since 1995.
Given Denver's high elevation, the ball has been known to fly out of the yard. For fans who want to watch a lot of home games, Coors Field is one of the best baseball stadiums to visit.
7. Petco Park
Petco Park, home of the San Diego Padres, first opened in 2004. The park replaced Qualcomm Stadium, which was the former home of the Padres from 1969 to 2003.
Petco Park is known for its views of downtown San Diego, but also for its retro touch of having the Western Metal Supply Co. building as the left column.
6. PNC Park
With the best view in baseball, PNC Park is one of the best MLB stadiums. The stadium opened in 2001 and is the current home of the Pittsburgh Pirates.
What makes the view so iconic is that the field faces the Allegheny River, downtown Pittsburgh, and the Roberto Clemente Bridge.
5. Fenway Park
The reason Fenway Park is so high on this list is the history of the stadium. The park first opened in 1912, making it the oldest ballpark currently in use in MLB.
The park provides a unique experience for fans, especially with the green monster. It also has the shortest distance to center field of any football stadium, measuring 390 feet.
4. Dodger Stadium
In addition to being the largest stadium in the league, Dodger Stadium is also one of the best ballparks in the MLB.
The stadium was opened in 1962, making it the third oldest, but it has everything needed for a perfect football stadium. The top feature is the view of the Chavez Valley, which is especially breathtaking during sunset.
3. Oriole Park at Camden Yards
When Camden Yards was built in 1992, it set the standard for what modern ballparks should look like.
The stadium is located right in the heart of Baltimore, and although many other stadiums have attempted it, it cannot be replicated due to the iconic B&O Warehouse building located just outside the stadium proper.
2. Oracle Park
Oracle Park has been home to the San Francisco Giants since 2000. The view of San Francisco Bay alone puts Oracle Park at the top of this list as one of the best MLB stadiums.
The brick wall in right field and the Coca-Cola bottle in left field are quintessential features of this fan-friendly stadium.
1. Wrigley Field
As far as the best MLB stadiums go, Wrigley Field tops the list. Home of the Chicago Cubs since 1916, it is the second-oldest stadium in the major league.
The ivy-covered brick exterior wall, manual scoreboard, and rooftop seating are some of its distinctive features. The most exclusive park in baseball, nothing can beat an afternoon game at Wrigley Field.
