The Pastime

After looking over the following pictures, I’ve come to a few conclusions:- I really like the look of this ballpark. It’s brick instead of concrete. The rounded front of the stadium reminds me of Ebbets Field, or perhaps Shibe Park, the A’s old home in Philadelphia.

- The double-sided scoreboard is an inspired touch. Fans outside the park can watch the game during sellouts, which will be often due to the 30-35,000 capacity.

- There seem to be no bullpens…

- It fits in well with the surrounding buildings, and seems to just go there. If you look at the picture from the outdoor park towards the stadium, you can just imagine walking down towards the park, and having to take a breath as it comes into view. Very nice.

- Notice the rooftop seats on the right field side of the park. From what I understand, they are on top of a hotel or apartment building. Also, the “ROOF TOP BAR” beyond the left field fence.

- I’m not too enthused about all the shops, it reminds me too much of Disney World… but it’s not exactly a deal breaker.

- In the following picture, look at the center field wall. It’s see-through, allowing the crowd in the park to see onto the field. The park behind is a great, great idea. I can’t say that enough.

- Looking at the following picture, I’m reminded of Wrigley, Camden Yards and Petco, three parks that combine surrounding buildings really well with the park.

- There’s no batter’s eye in center field, something that will need to be fixed…

- I love that there seems to be tons and tons of free, outside the park standing room space to peek in at the game. This can build the area around the park as a place to be around game time, much of what makes Wrigley so appealing.