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Oracle Park is the San Francisco Giants' waterfront ballpark, opened in 2000 and known for right-field home runs landing in McCovey Cove.
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What is McCovey Cove at Oracle Park?
McCovey Cove is a section of the San Francisco Bay located directly behind the right-field wall. When a player hits a home run into the water, fans in kayaks and boats often scramble to catch the historic splash hits.
When did Oracle Park officially open?
The waterfront stadium officially opened in the year 2000 as the new home of the San Francisco Giants. It was previously known as Pacific Bell Park before adopting the Oracle corporate name.
What is the distance down the right-field line at Oracle Park?
The right-field wall is famously only 309 feet from home plate, making it one of the shortest porches in baseball. The short distance is part of what makes splash hits into the bay possible.
Can you walk around the entire stadium at Oracle Park?
Yes, the stadium was designed with an open concourse that allows fans to walk completely around the field. The Promenade Level provides beautiful views of the San Francisco Bay and the Bay Bridge.
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