{"id":13122,"date":"2013-07-25T09:00:03","date_gmt":"2013-07-25T16:00:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/movinginsider.com\/?p=13122"},"modified":"2020-07-13T09:14:47","modified_gmt":"2020-07-13T16:14:47","slug":"6-must-see-baseball-stadiums","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/2013\/07\/25\/6-must-see-baseball-stadiums\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Must-See Baseball Stadiums"},"content":{"rendered":"

Moving isn\u2019t on anyone’s list of fun things to do, especially a long-distance move. The thought of sitting in a moving truck for hours on end, being passed by a car every three seconds because the moving truck<\/a>\u2014which is carrying everything you own and towing your car\u2014can only go so fast, isn\u2019t very appealing. So, why not turn it into a vacation and do the road trip you always talked about but haven\u2019t been able to take?<\/p>\n

While Mt. Rushmore, the Liberty Bell, the Statue of Liberty and the Golden Gate Bridge should all be on your bucket list, my<\/em> idea of landmarks includes baseball stadiums. Yes, baseball stadiums. Some of them are historic, some are unique and some just have a \u201cmystique,\u201d but each has its own charm. And they offer a great chance to experience a city if you\u2019re just passing through, especially during a move. Here\u2019s my list of baseball stadiums that are worth a special trip, even if you have to veer off course a little.<\/p>\n

1. Fenway Park (Boston)<\/b><\/p>\n

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Fenway Park (Photo courtesy of ballparks.com)<\/p><\/div>\n

<\/b>Home to the Boston Red Sox, Fenway Park is the oldest stadium in Major League Baseball, opening in 1912. The historic park is perhaps best-known for the <\/span>Green Monster<\/a>, the giant wall in left field. Over the years, Fenway Park has been home to all-time greats including Ted Williams, Carl Yastrzemski and Babe Ruth. As the story goes, <\/span>a curse<\/a> was put on the franchise when Ruth was sold to the rival New York Yankees after the 1919 season. The Red Sox and their fans then endured decades of misery until they finally won the World Series in 2004, ending an 86-year drought. If you go to a game and get an obstructed view seat, they\u2019re not kidding \u2026 some seats have pillars blocking your view of the entire batter\u2019s box! I know, I’ve sat in one.<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Wrigley Field (Chicago)<\/b><\/p>\n

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Wrigley Field (Photo courtesy of RDikeman)<\/p><\/div>\n

Like Fenway Park, a game at Wrigley Field is more than just another baseball game, it\u2019s an experience; the fulfillment of a lifelong dream for many baseball fans. Known as \u201cThe Friendly Confines,\u201d Wrigley Field opened in 1914 and has served as the home of the Chicago Cubs since 1916. Like the Red Sox, the Cubs also know what it\u2019s like to go several generations without a World Series victory, though unlike the Red Sox, the Cubs\u2019 drought is ongoing. They haven\u2019t won a title since 1908. That doesn\u2019t deter legions of Cubs fans and non-fans alike from flocking here every year and singing \u201cTake Me Out to the Ballgame\u201d during the 7th inning stretch. Wrigley\u2019s famous ivy-covered outfield walls add to the uniqueness of this baseball cathedral.<\/p>\n

3. Yankee Stadium (Bronx, New York)<\/b><\/p>\n

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Yankee Stadium (Photo courtesy of mandalatv.net)<\/p><\/div>\n

Yes, the new Yankee Stadium is only a few years old and doesn\u2019t hold a candle to its historic namesake (which has since been torn down), but it\u2019s still a must-see for any baseball fan. It\u2019s not the same stadium where Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig, Joe DiMaggio, Mickey Mantle and Reggie Jackson played, but you can still catch Mariano Rivera and Derek Jeter there. And Monument Park<\/a> was moved over from the old stadium. It\u2019s worth the trip alone.<\/p>\n

4. PNC Park (Pittsburgh)<\/b><\/p>\n

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PNC Park<\/p><\/div>\n

What is PNC Park\u2014a stadium that has only been open 12 years and houses a team that hasn\u2019t had a winning record in 20 years\u2014doing on a list of must-see ballparks, you might ask? By many accounts, the home of the Pirates is perhaps the best park in all of baseball because of its ambience and views of the city. That includes the Roberto Clemente Bridge<\/a>, which is closed to cars on game days, providing a pedestrian walkway across the Allegheny River and into the stadium.<\/p>\n

5. AT&T Park (San Francisco)<\/b><\/p>\n

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AT&T Park<\/p><\/div>\n

Across the country in San Francisco, AT&T Park gets similar reviews for its layout and breathtaking views of the city by the bay. One of the most unique features of AT&T Park\u2014home of the Giants\u2014is McCovey Cove<\/a>, which sits beyond the right field wall just outside the stadium. You may have seen Barry Bonds\u2014insert steroids joke here\u2014launch a few home runs into the water over the years. If you go, try the garlic fries.<\/p>\n

6. Dodger Stadium (Los Angeles)<\/b><\/p>\n

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Dodger Stadium<\/p><\/div>\n

Down the coast in Los Angeles, Dodger Stadium is another must-see. Sure, you might spend longer sitting in traffic getting to and from the game than you do at the actual game, but it\u2019s worth going at least once to cross it off your list. The Dodgers have called this place home since 1962. It doesn\u2019t blow you away with special features and even looks outdated in some respects, but it has a great vibe, especially when the Dodgers are winning. And you\u2019re almost guaranteed to see at least one beach ball make it onto the field and interrupt the game.<\/p>\n

So why not turn your long-distance move into an enjoyable road trip? A day at the ballpark is a great way to ease the stresses of moving. Even if there\u2019s no game on the day(s) you\u2019re in town, most stadiums offer ballpark tours. The teams should have that information on their websites, which you can access from mlb.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

What\u2019s your favorite baseball stadium? Do you disagree with any of these selections? Which stadiums would you add and which would you remove? Let us know in the comments section below.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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