We made it to Oct. 9, the Detroit Tigers first home postseason game in 10 years!
If you have Tigers playoff fever, well, you’re not alone.
The Tigers take on the Cleveland Guardians in a critical Game 3 of the American League Division Series at 3:08 p.m. The winner can close out the series Thursday night in Game 4 at 6:08 p.m.
If you’re new to the city or Comerica Park or even a returnee, there is much to expect downtown and at the ballpark for this special game. From amenities — there’s a giant new videoboard at the stadium this season — to the ever-important food menu from select local restaurants, we have you covered, below.
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Here’s everything to know for Tigers vs. Guardians at Comerica Park, including game day information, parking, travel, weather, food, restrictions, things to do and more.
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Game 3 info: Detroit Tigers vs. Cleveland Guardians, 3:08 p.m. at Comerica Park (series tied, 1-1).
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Doors open: Comerica Park gates will open at noon.
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Tickets: You can find some Game 3 tickets on StubHub for around $100, as of Monday afternoon.
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TV: TBS, HBO Max, Sling TV (sign-up offer).
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TV announcers: Brian Anderson, Jeff Francoeur, Lauren Jbara.
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Radio: WXYT-FM in Detroit (97.1; other radio affiliates).
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Starting pitchers for Game 3: Tigers TBD vs. Guardians TBD.
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National Anthem singer: TBA.
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Ceremonial first pitch: TBA.
Tigers vs. Guardians Game 3 weather forecast
Beautiful fall day! AccuWeather projects a plenty of sunshine in Detroit on Wednesday with a high of 65 degrees and winds up to 8 mph.
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Tigers vs. Guardians Game 3 tickets
You can find some Game 3 tickets on StubHub for as low as around $140, as of Monday night. You can also check out SeatGeek and Vivid Seats.
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Where to buy Detroit Tigers playoff gear
Are you “October Ready” and want to add to your Tigers collection or rep the Tigers for the first time? You can order Tigers playoff gear at Fanatics.com, including:
Downtown Detroit parking and transportation
If you plan to come to Detroit Tigers playoff game, get to downtown early. There are numerous parking lots around the District Detroit and downtown areas that serve spots on a first-come, first-serve basis. See the Comerica Park parking site for more information.
Reserve your spot: The Tigers’ parking partner, ParkWhiz, allows for early parking registration and provides a map with surrounding parking lot prices, which range from $20-$65.
Other transportation options: Detroit also offers transportation to the ballpark via the QLINE, bus, taxi and the People Mover. Here’s more information.
Comerica Park policies to know
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Bag policy: With exceptions for diaper and medical bags, Comerica Park prohibits visitors from bringing bags, purses and clutches into the park. Each attendee may bring a single-compartment wallet no larger than 5 inches-by-7 inches-by-1½ inches. Here’s more on the Comerica Park bag policy.
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No coolers or outside food/drink: The park prohibits guests from bringing coolers as well as outside food or drinks, with the exception of one factory-sealed water bottle per person, and sealed drink boxes for children.
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Cashless payment only: Comerica Park is a cashless venue, meaning food, drinks, merchandise and other on-site amenities can only be purchased with a credit or debit card. For those who arrive without cashless payment methods, Comerica park has installed three Cash2Card kiosks, which instantly transfer cash currency onto a temporary Visa card. The kiosks are located in concourse sections 121, 138 and 328.
Here is a list of permitted items inside Comerica Park.
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What’s new at Comerica Park
A brand new videoboard: Comerica Park’s new state-of-the-art videoboard, measuring 15,688 square feet, is the second-largest videoboard in baseball, according to MLB. The Tigers also installed sound upgrades and new HD television throughout the park.
A new sensory room: Comerica Park has a new sensory room, decorated in Tigers’ colors and equipped with bubble walls, bean-bag chairs and sensory toys. The rooms, built in partnership with Detroit Tigers’ and Detroit Red Wings’ foundations, will be perfect for families with children with sensory-processing needs, who may otherwise feel overwhelmed by the idea of an outing to a baseball game.
New OPENGATE metal detectors: They don’t require emptying pockets, though small bags will still be checked, and are expected to speed up the entry process.
New authenticated items found near Sections 133 and 134.
New merchandise items, in partnership with Meijer, can be found in the newly renovated upper Pro Shop, including playoff gear.
What to eat at Comerica Park
New offerings at Comerica Park this year include partnerships with Slow’s Bar BQ, Marrow and Detroit Water Factory. Executive chef of Delaware North Sportservice is incorporating a new housemade double smashburger to the menu that he says will delight fans.
Slows Bar BQ will offer a trio of burritos with choices of pulled chicken, Slows’ famous pulled pork, and plant-based chorizo. Each has additions of refried beans, rice, cheese, cream and salsa verde or house salsa. If you’re unfamiliar with Marrow, it’s a restaurant in Detroit’s West Village that also operates as a butcher shop. Marrow specializes in sourcing from local, Michigan farms.
Marrow will be at Corner Tap Room for the season offering its double-patty bacon burger. The burger mixes Marrow’s dry-aged beef and beef bacon, topped with American cheese, iceberg lettuce, and signature creamy “kerch” sauce.
New fall flavors: And as if that’s not enough, Comerica Park is unveiling a new fall menu for fans attending MLB postseason games at the park. Here’s what’s on the menu.
Things to do in Detroit
Ahead of Wednesday’s Game 3, Tigers fans are invited to attend a free pregame block party outside Comerica Park on Witherell Street. There will be:
Bars and restaurants: Downtown Detroit establishments are ready to welcome fans for this week’s games; here’s a list of best eats and drinks around the ballpark if you’re looking to pregame. You also can use the map below to find bars and restaurants in downtown Detroit, within walking distance of the ballpark.
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This article originally appeared on Detroit Free Press: Tigers vs Guardians ALDS: Comerica Park tickets, parking, food, more
