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The Mets' Ambitious $8 Billion Metropolitan Park Project
With the start of a new baseball season on the horizon, the New York Mets are gaining attention not just for their on-field performance but for a stunning off-field development plan: Metropolitan Park. This ambitious project aims to transform 50 acres of asphalt parking lot around Citi Field into an entertainment and community hub, boasting a staggering projected budget of $8 billion. As Major League Baseball teams increasingly invest in enhancing fan experience and infrastructure, the Mets' undertaking stands out among high-spending teams like the Dodgers and Mets themselves, who are leading the charge in both player payroll and off-the-field improvements.