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Response surrounding the pitch:

http://torontosun.com/sports/soccer/mls/toronto-fc/toronto-fc-fans-fear-for-bmo-field-pitch-groundsman-responds-we-wouldnt-allow-something-to-happen

From the press box, I think part of that has to do with the supporters groups not being together. Yes, you can hear the southend at times, but if they were all singing together, it would be great...

Think minimum is 40kish.

But isn't the city's job to do what benefits the city? The injection of cash into Toronto via Grey Cups, Winter Classics, World Cups could be massive.

Again, every soccer fan should be...

I'm not arguing for the sake of arguing. Rather, I'm just trying to relay the thought process and reasoning behind some of MLSE's decisions.

Basically, MLSE's board wouldn't have approved...

It's the way it is in order to keep BMO Field expandable for big events. No choice, really. That is, unless you don't want BMO to be expandable.

Hi guys...

Here's our coverage off last night's game. If you scroll to the bottom, there are some pretty cool photos...

1) How will the atmosphere be less with 8,000 more people and roofing on the east and west stands that will undoubtedly keep sound in?
2) So now we're worried about grass injuring players? Which is...

I just flat out don't like San Jose's design, with expensive suites lining the touch line. Looks bad on TV, in my opinion.

My understanding is they've sorted the Tifo stuff for June.

In terms of "safe standing" ... It's not something I've looked into, but I'm guessing they'd rather sell seats rather than GA.

In...

San Jose? I don't know, man. Is that even made of concrete? Looks very MLS 2.0.

In terms of the "soccer specific" thing. I still believe BMO is specific to soccer. I mean, they play football...

I've never been, but it strikes me as a pretty boring, cookie-cutter MLS stadium. Much like Chicago's.

I've been to a lot of soccer-first MLS stadiums. My opinion: Red Bull Arena and Children's Mercy Park are still nicer venues, but Toronto FC is firmly in the conversation for third-place alongside...

I don't think they've decided. These things change month to month or year to year.

As I wrote in today's Sun, there will be a large banner/sign atop the northwest super column this season.

I...

I was told today there could be Argos signage in this area of the stadium next year.

It's in the story if you go down to the "questions answered" part.

My latest from BMO Field. Includes the latest photos and video from inside the stadium Wednesday. And, my column:...

Reminder, I'm heading to BMO Field this afternoon. Any questions or things you want me to look for? Let me know here or on Twitter @KurtLarSUN ...

I'll ask to walk on it. But I believe they need around a week. Plus, they've got grow lights all over the thing. Plus, good weather. I'm guessing it will be fine.

Okay

Guys, walking through BMO Field tomorrow with top brass, including the builder. Anything of interest you want answered?

-Larson

This made me smile.
There will be some outcry. I guarantee it. The pitch will not be without blemishes. That will draw ire from some.
That said, I'm confident this $140M investment will be worth...

I specifically asked Heggie about that. He didn't seem concerned. Said there are plans to tarp the football sideline in a way that will prevent cleats from contacting the grass.

Well, there are scenarios where the pitch will be destroyed. Repeated apocalyptic rain storms every CFL football game will do that.

I don't think it's fair to expect a grounds crew to do the...

From what I can tell, two inches of rain during an Argos game would essentially signal what Heggie called an emergency. They'd basically bring in an entirely new pitch from Hamilton overnight. That...