The Atlanta Braves and Atlanta Falcons are scheduled to open new stadiums in the spring of 2017.

If all goes as planned, both teams vow the venues will significantly change the fan experience, albeit in different ways.

The Falcons and their architect intentionally set out to design a multipurpose stadium unlike any other.

» Updated look of the Falcons' new downtown stadium

The Braves, on the other hand, have described their objective as a stadium that is innovative, yet within the norm of what people expect a baseball park to look like.

Executives from both teams talked to AJC reporter Tim Tucker on how the new venues will enhance the fan experience.

» Read the full story this weekend on MyAJC.com

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