The Latest on the effects of the novel coronavirus on sports around the world: ___ The Atlanta Braves will expand capacity at Truist Park to 50% for their second homestand beginning April 23 against the Arizona Diamondbacks.
The Braves are permitting 33% capacity at their initial homestand to allow for ample social distancing, limiting the crowd to about 13,500.
Those standards will be in place for the first seven home games, beginning with the April 9 opener against the Phillies. The capacity will increase to 50%, or roughly 20,500, for at least the ensuing seven home games.
The Braves have said they will review their seating policies before each homestand. The Braves’ capacity will be among the highest in the big leagues.