Some major upgrades will be coming to PNC Field in 2026, including a brand-new video board and speaker system.
The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders and the Multi-Purpose Stadium Authority of Lackawanna County announced Thursday that a new project for the 2026 season will see upgrades to the ballpark’s video and technological capabilities.
A release issued by the team Wednesday said that the project would “upgrade, update and modernize the fan experience.”
The biggest upgrade included in the project will be a new video board in the outfield that will span nearly 3,000 square feet and include upwards of 2.5 million pixels.
Additionally, the LED wall on the outfield fence, the digital ribbon boards in and around the park and the stadium’s sound system and production control room equipment will be upgraded, according to the release.
”We’re thrilled that PNC Field will soon feature a huge, brand-new video board and LED wall in the outfield,” Lackawanna County Commissioner Thom Welby said in the release.
“This exciting addition will elevate the fan experience, bring the community together, and highlight our commitment to making RailRiders games bigger, brighter, and more unforgettable for everyone in Lackawanna County and for all who come from near and far to enjoy tomorrow’s Major League Baseball stars today at our own PNC Field.”
Outside of the LED upgrades, all of PNC Field’s current speakers will be replaced and several additional speakers will be added in areas of the park that never had full sound, according to the release. The new sound system will feature 25 new zones with over 250 individual speakers.
The RailRiders’ production equipment will also be upgraded, allowing for new high-definition camera angles, wireless fan cameras and advanced instant replay.
The technological upgrades will be performed by Visua, a tech company that has performed similar work in several sporting facilities around the country, according to the portfolio listed on their website.
”These improved features will absolutely enhance what we are capable of doing at PNC Field,” RailRiders president and general manager Shawn Reilly said.
“The new video board is believed to be one of the largest in Minor League Baseball. The enhancements to the production control room, ballpark sound and additional video boards will further expand our capabilities to put on the best show in the industry.”
The release did not specify when these upgrades would be completed, but it is anticipated that the renovations and upgrades will be ready for Opening Day, according to a team spokesperson.
The RailRiders open up the season on the road in Buffalo on March 27, and the team’s home opener is set for April 7 against the Durham Bulls.