The Cincinnati Reds will install new netting at Great American Ball Park, with the new protective mesh extending all the way to the end of each dugout.
The decision comes a day after a young fan was struck by a foul ball at Yankee Stadium and taken to hospital.
The Reds were already compliant with MLB’s recommendation of having a screen anywhere within 70 feet of home plate.
Team officials expect the new safety measures to be installed by 2018.
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