WooSox Adding Roof to Left Field Event Space for 2026 Season

The new canopy will provide more shade and weather protection for corporate outings and employee events.

Jan. 29, 2026 at 11:39am

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The Worcester Red Sox (WooSox) have announced the addition of a new roof to the Hanover Deck event space at Polar Park, their home stadium. The Hanover Deck is a popular area for corporate events and employee outings, and the new canopy will help shield patrons from rain and heat. The team is also making other improvements to the Triple Decker Garden area behind right field.

Why it matters

The upgrades to the Hanover Deck and other event spaces at Polar Park demonstrate the WooSox's commitment to enhancing the fan and corporate event experience. As the team enters its fifth season, these improvements will help attract more group outings and corporate events to the ballpark, boosting revenue and community engagement.

The details

The new roof for the Hanover Deck event space will be installed prior to the start of the 2026 WooSox season. In addition, the team is adding pavers to the Triple Decker Garden area, which was previously a gravel surface, and planning new food and beverage options for that space. The improvements were funded by Diamond Baseball Holdings, the New York firm that purchased a majority stake in the team in 2023.

  • The new roof and other upgrades will be completed before the start of the 2026 WooSox season.
  • The WooSox's first home game of the 2026 season is scheduled for March 27, marking the team's fifth anniversary at Polar Park.

The players

Charles Steinberg

The president of the Worcester Red Sox (WooSox).

Diamond Baseball Holdings

The New York firm that purchased a majority stake in the WooSox in 2023 and is funding the improvements to Polar Park.

Robert Goddard

The Worcester inventor who launched the first-ever liquid-fueled rocket in Auburn, which will be honored with the 100th anniversary celebration in Central Massachusetts.

Roger "Rocket" Clemens

The seven-time Cy Young Award winner and former Boston Red Sox pitcher who will throw out the ceremonial first pitch at the WooSox's home opener in 2026.

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What they’re saying

“The Hanover Deck is our largest area for group outings, and groups have told us they would love to have more shade and the assurance of a roof for their events.”

— Charles Steinberg, President, Worcester Red Sox

What’s next

The WooSox will host their home opener on March 27, 2026, which will include a ceremonial first pitch by former Red Sox pitcher Roger "Rocket" Clemens.

The takeaway

The upgrades to Polar Park's event spaces demonstrate the WooSox's commitment to enhancing the fan and corporate experience, which will help attract more group outings and events to the ballpark. These improvements, funded by the team's new majority owner, will ensure the stadium remains a premier venue for the Worcester community as the team enters its fifth season.