Top Stadiums
10 big league parks you should see in 2008
by Devin Pratt
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Chicago's Wrigley Field

Photo courtesy of Chicago Cubs/Stephen Green
Seating capacity: 41,503
Field surface: Merion bluegrass and clover
Year opened: 1914
The second oldest active ballpark (behind Boston's Fenway
Park), Wrigley has been home to the Chicago Cubs since 1914. Sure, Cubs fans
haven't enjoyed the thrill of a World Series title since 1908, but that doesn't
mean they aren't head over heels in love with their historic ballpark. In fact,
spending a day in the friendly confines of Wrigley Field should be near the top
of any baseball fan's wish list. From the ivy-covered outfield walls to the
manually operated scoreboard, Wrigley is what the modern retro-inspired
stadiums modeled themselves after. We recommend purchasing a seat in the
outfield bleachers for a truly unique experience (just don't forget to throw
back any home run balls hit by the visiting team).
Fast Fact: Wrigley Field's first official night game
took place on August 9, 1988, against the New York Mets. The Cubs defeated the
Mets by a score of 6-4.
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