CLEVELAND (AP) -
Cleveland Guardians hosted their annual season opening press conference at progressive field showing what’s new at the ball park.
 
Officials at Progressive Field introduced new technology aimed at enhancing the fam experience.

Fans will be able to place bets at the ticket windows on E. 9th Street. The Guardians announced a multi-year partnership with BetFanatics Sportsbook and
bet365.

 BetFanatics will open a retail sportsbook located outside of the the right field gate in the former home of the New Era store. Officials hope to have their in-park sports betting by mid season.

Also new, single game suite rentals for the first time in franchise history.

New food options will be available during the baseball season including crab rangoon and hot honey chicken tenders.

On May 5, the Guardians are hosting the Minnesota Twins, but it will also be Youngstown State University night at Progressive Field.
 
The YSU marching band will perform the national anthem.

The night includes a special ticket package offering game tickets in seating location of your choice and a red diamond “C” hat with YSU’s Pete the Penguin logo.

The Cleveland Guardians home opener is April 7 against Seattle Mariners.