Sahlen Field

Triple-AFormer
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Sahlen Field is a ballpark in Buffalo, New York, home of the Buffalo Bisons, the Triple-A affiliate of the Toronto Blue Jays in the International League. It opened in 1988, making it 38 years old in 2026 and seats about 16,600 fans. First retro-classic ballpark; built for possible MLB expansion.

Sahlen Field was home to the Toronto Blue Jays of the American League (2020–2021). Today: Still standing. Blue Jays' pandemic-era temporary home; still home of the minor-league Bisons. The closest MLB stadium is Progressive Field in Cleveland, about 171 miles away.

Ballpark facts

Location
Buffalo, New York
Home of
Buffalo Bisons (Triple-A)
League
International League
MLB affiliate
Toronto Blue Jays
Opened
1988
Major league years
2020–2021
Capacity
16,600
Dimensions
Left field 325 ft · Center 404 ft · Right field 325 ft
Surface
Natural grass
Roof
Open air
2026 attendance
5,897 per game
Former names
Pilot Field, Downtown Ballpark, North AmeriCare Park, Dunn Tire Park, Coca-Cola Field
Architect
HOK Sport (Populous)
Last major renovation
2021
Elevation
600 ft
Big events
Toronto Blue Jays MLB home games (2020-2021), Triple-A All-Star Game (1988, 2012), World University Games baseball (1993)
Also called
Pilot Field, Dunn Tire Park, Coca-Cola Field
Today
Still standing

Ballparks near Sahlen Field10

  1. 1D-IDemske Sports Complex — Canisius Golden Griffins (Buffalo, New York)same city
  2. 2JUCOSUNY Erie Kats Baseball Field — SUNY Erie Kats (Buffalo, New York)same city
  3. 3D-IIIHilbert Hawks Baseball Field — Hilbert Hawks (Hamburg, New York)9 mi
  4. 4D-IISal Maglie Stadium — D'Youville Saints & Niagara Falls Americans (Niagara Falls, New York)18 mi
  5. 5JUCOSUNY Niagara Thunderwolves Baseball Field — SUNY Niagara Thunderwolves (Sanborn, New York)19 mi
  6. 6D-IBobo Field — Niagara Purple Eagles (Lewiston, New York)23 mi
  7. 7SummerDwyer Stadium — Batavia Muckdogs (Batavia, New York)34 mi
  8. 8JUCOGenesee CC Cougars Baseball Field — Genesee CC Cougars (Batavia, New York)34 mi
  9. 9D-IIILudwig Field — Fredonia Blue Devils (Fredonia, New York)39 mi
  10. 10D-IIIHoughton Highlanders Baseball Field — Houghton Highlanders (Houghton, New York)45 mi

Questions about Sahlen Field

Where do the Buffalo Bisons play home games?

The Buffalo Bisons play at Sahlen Field in Buffalo, New York.

When did Sahlen Field open?

Sahlen Field opened in 1988.

How many people does Sahlen Field hold?

Sahlen Field has a capacity of about 16,600.

What is the closest MLB stadium to Sahlen Field?

Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio, about 171 miles away.

What other ballparks are near Sahlen Field?

Demske Sports Complex is also in Buffalo. See the full list of nearby ballparks on this page.

Facts are for the 2026 season. Distances are straight-line miles between city centers. Capacity figures vary by source and some include lawn seating. See something wrong? Let us know. Is this your ballpark? Get the “Listed on Inside the Park” badge for your website.