Gallo nervous about Globe Life Field's dimensions: 'It's playing big'

Texas Rangers outfielder Joey Gallo has a reputation for hitting long home runs, but he's feeling apprehensive about hitting at Globe Life Field after taking batting practice at the new facility.

"It's playing big. It is definitely going to be a pitchers' park," Gallo said of the Rangers new home Monday, according to MLB.com's T.R. Sullivan. "We are trying to get those fences moved in a little bit. It's a little deep, I am not going to lie. It's a little deep to center."

Globe Life Park in Arlington (old field)

Globe Life Field

The marked dimensions of Globe Life Field, which are paying homage to Rangers history by honoring all of the team's retired numbers and key seasons, don't appear to differ significantly from the previous stadium. But Gallo, who hit 63 of his 110 career homers at the old park, fears a reduction in his power numbers.

"Us hitters are getting a little nervous about that. But it's a beautiful park and an amazing field," he said. "Honestly, we are blessed to be able to play in that but definitely worried how big it is playing. Maybe when (the roof) is open (the ball) will travel better. But not many guys are hitting homers to center or in the gaps."

The Rangers hosted games at Globe Life Park in Arlington from 1994-2019.