Yankee Stadium

The best way to get to the stadium is to forget the car, and take the IRT.

The date is August 4, 1985. It is Phil Rizzuto Day. Tom Seaver is pitching in search of his 300th career win. Responding to chants of "Let's Go Mets!" from the capacity crowd, Seaver does not disappoint with a complete game victory.

Prior to it's renovation in the early 1970's, the famed facade adorned the upper deck, rather than the outfield wall (as seen above). The postcard image below, captures the original expanse, and larger than life feel of the stadium.

Getting ready for a game against the Mets. This was the game that started all the recent problems with Roger Clemens. Three home runs (including a grand slam by Piazza) result in a 12-2 Mets thumping.

A view from an upper deck box seat, which has been renamed to tier box seat, evidently to compensate for the higher prices, the seats now have a more upscale name.

A field level view prior to taking on the Red Sox on a dreary New York afternoon.

Another ballpark view from behind the foul pole. Looking straight out from the right field corner, you can notice the lack of foul territory in the stadium. Also, look closely at this image, and one can see how the Yankees can save money in certain maintenance aspects of the ballpark. The screen is fastened to the foul pole with duct tape, and what appears to be twine.

A little known or observed feature of Yankee Stadium is that, like Wrigley Field, the team pennants are arranged according to the standings at the start of the day. In the image below, Boston started the day in first (followed by New York, Toronto, Baltimore and Tampa Bay). Unfortunately for Boston, they finished the day in second place.

Monument Park

One of the attractions of Yankee Stadium is the celebration of the rich history of the Bronx Bombers in Monument Park. Gates open early, and one can stroll through the hallowed grounds and view the memorials to past Yankees.