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Construction Starts on MLB Speedway Classic Baseball Field at Bristol Motor Speedway

The Atlanta Braves will play the Cincinnati Reds in the MLB Speedway Classic on August 2, 2025, at Bristol Motor Speedway in Tennessee.
This first MLB game in Tennessee and inside a motorsports facility follows years of planning and conversations among NASCAR and MLB leaders.
Construction of the baseball field has been underway for several weeks, with ongoing work preparing the infield and fan zone for the event.
MLB vice president Jeremiah Yolkut described the event as the biggest regular-season game scheduled for 2025, featuring a venue that can accommodate 155,000 attendees along with multiple live concerts.
Officials expect the event to create a historic experience blending baseball, NASCAR, and music traditions while attracting thousands of fans.

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The News Virginian

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Field construction for MLB Speedway Classic under way at Bristol Motor Speedway

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Construction of Speedway Classic field is on schedule

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Race track to MLB field: Bristol's transformation shifts into high gear

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Construction starts on MLB Speedway Classic baseball field at Bristol Motor Speedway

Crews begin construction on the baseball field at Bristol Motor Speedway ahead of the MLB Speedway Classic between the Atlanta Braves and Cincinnati Reds.

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