Citi Field • NL East Series Finale

Ballpark Trajectory & Matchup Lab

Simulate at-bat mechanics, pitch sequence physics, and hit ball flight paths. Compare how identical exit velocity and launch angles behave across Citi Field, Citizens Bank Park, and Kauffman Stadium.

At-Bat Configuration

Interactive Engine

Matchup Presets

Venue & Environmental Factors Pitch Repertoire

Pitch Location (Click / Drag) Zone: Middle-In

Tap inside box to position the incoming pitch

Exit Velocity 103 mph

Launch Angle 28°

Spray Angle (Pull ↔ Opp) -12° (Left-Center)

Diamond Trajectory Visualizer

Real-time aerodynamics and fence boundary physics

Citi Field • Flushing, NY

Outcome Home Run (HR)

Distance 406 ft

Expected BA (xBA) .910

Apex Height 84 ft

Flight Time: 4.8s • Wall Cleared by: 12 ft

Flight simulation complete. Ball cleared Citi Field left-center wall. Simulated At-Bats: 1

Recent Swings Log

103 mph @ 28° | -12° pull • Citi Field HOME RUN (406 ft)

Citi Field Dimensions & History

Opened in 2009 with cavernous dimensions, Citi Field underwent renovations in 2012 and 2015 lowering the "Great Wall of Flushing" and moving right-center in from 390' to 380'. Deep left-center (370') still suppresses right-handed sluggers compared to typical NL parks.

Exit Velocity & Barrel Rates

A "Barrel" represents batted balls with an exit velocity of at least 98 mph and launch angles between 26°–30°, producing an expected batting average > .500 and slugging > 1.500. Every 1 mph of exit velocity adds roughly 5 to 6 feet of carry.

Series Finale Dynamics

In high-stakes division battles like Mets vs Phillies, bullpen familiarity and day-game marine layer air density shift outcomes. Higher humidity and cooler autumn air reduce carry by 3–7 feet compared to summer afternoon ball.