Going to a game with my 11yo daughter, need advice.

We are going to go to a game soon. Was planning on getting tickets down near the Astros dugout. Should we go early to watch batting practice? I'm assuming because of Covid protocols there is no interaction with the fans like autographs. Any chance she would get a ball from batting practice? I know they are not allowing fans into sections down near the field before game time unless you have a ticket for that section. Any other advice?