President Donald J. Trump is scheduled to attend the New York Yankees-Tigers game on Thursday, September 11 at Yankee Stadium, according to a team announcement. Pregame ceremonies will honor victims and heroes of the 9/11 attacks.
Ticketholders are advised to arrive early due to heightened security measures, including bag inspections and restrictions. Gates will open at 4 p.m., with fans encouraged to use mass transit as street closures and limited parking are expected. Only “clutch-type” bags no larger than 4.5 inches by 6.5 inches will be permitted inside.
Bottles, cans, reusable water containers, laptops, and tablets are prohibited. Certain areas of the stadium may also be restricted during the event. The Yankees emphasized that guests should limit belongings to items fitting in their pockets.
Trump’s attendance follows plans for a separate commemoration ceremony at Ground Zero and a Pentagon event, according to sources. The game will feature the Yankees’ matchup against the Detroit Tigers at 7:05 p.m.