(Trenton, Mercer County, NJ) – Construction has begun on a multi-million dollar renovation project at Trenton Thunder Ballpark, home of the Trenton Thunder Baseball Team since 1994, promising significant improvements for both players and fans. The comprehensive project, slated for completion before the 2026 season, underscores Mercer County’s commitment to bringing affiliated Minor League Baseball back to Trenton and solidifying the ballpark as a premier entertainment destination for decades to come.
The renovations will be rolled out in two phases. In 2025, the focus will be on enhancing the player experience with complete modernizations and expansions of the home and away clubhouses, the addition of a dedicated female locker room, and upgrades to the batting cages.
The 2026 component will bring exciting upgrades to the fan experience, including a brand-new playing surface installed shortly after the conclusion of the 2025 season, new state-of-the-art HD video boards with enhanced next-generation Fan Cam capabilities, an enhanced sound system throughout the ballpark, and a new hospitality & performance area overlooking the scenic Delaware River.
Mercer County Executive Dan Benson has been instrumental in the planning and approval of these improvements, highlighting the importance of these projects to the community. During the Project Labor Agreement signing on Monday, February 3rd for the first stage of ballpark renovations, Benson stated, "This $5M+ project is really key to the revitalization of one of the County’s prized assets, which is now over 30 years old. For more than three decades, this ballpark has been a cornerstone of the Capital City of Mercer County.” The Thunder have 30 million people within a 20 mile radius of the ballpark.
Mercer County under Benson’s leadership, along with the State of New Jersey is investing around $25 million in ballpark upgrades. Benson also acknowledged the support of Assemblyman Anthony Verrelli and the Legislative Delegations from the State, many of whom attending the signing in the Primepoint Club, the Thunder’s newest hospitality area.
Trenton Thunder President Jeff Hurley emphasized the team's ongoing commitment to exceed Major League Baseball ballpark standards. “We are really excited about this project and the continued projects throughout the next year or so. We can’t wait to see the finished product, and looking forward to our 2025 season.”
In a September interview with the Trentonian, Hurley told reporters, “We want to make sure we are not only meeting the PDL [Player Development League] standards, but we are above. Mercer County and the Trenton Thunder are making sure we review the documents and the projects that are ongoing over the next few years are getting us to the standards and above and making sure we’re ready to go."
“We can’t thank County Executive Dan Benson enough for the support that he has shown along with the rest of the leadership at Mercer County,” Trenton Thunder General Manager Jon Bodnar said Monday. “2025 is right around the corner, but this investment here today is about the next 30 years of the Trenton Thunder.”
These improvements will ensure that Trenton Thunder Ballpark continues to offer a top-tier baseball experience for fans and a professional environment for players for years to come. You can keep up with the renovation project by subscribing to Thunder Insider, your Thunder’s new email newsletter. The 2025 Trenton Thunder season begins Wednesday, June 4th at 7pm vs the Williamsport Crosscutters. Ticket Memberships and Group Outings are on sale now with Single Game Tickets available later in April.
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About the Trenton Thunder
The Trenton Thunder will welcome their 11 Millionth fan during the 2025 season with 30 million people living within a 20 mile radius of the ballpark. Your Thunder have won the three major awards that Minor League Baseball teams can win; the Johnson Trophy for the “Nation’s Best Franchise”, the Larry MacPhail Trophy for Outstanding Club Promotion and the Bob Frietas Award for Long-Term Success (given by Baseball America). The team has given back over $9.8 million worth of goods, services, and monetary donations through the Grand Slam We Care Foundation.
