NEW YORK — The New York Yankees might look rock solid,
but the concrete at their new stadium is drawing extra scrutiny amid a probe of
construction companies.
Concrete ramps at the $1.5 billion ballpark have been
troubled by cracks this summer.
The New York Times reports that the team is trying to
determine whether there was something wrong with the cement, or the installation
and design of the ramps. The Yankees host the Los Angeles Angels on Saturday
night in Game 6 of the American League championship series.
The inquiry comes after the owners of a company involved
in designing the concrete mix were indicted on charges that they either faked or
failed to perform some required tests.
A team spokeswoman says the cracks are a cosmetic issue
and the ramps are safe.