April 9, 1912: First game at Fenway Park

[BobPSU92]

Currently on espn's home page:

"On This Date: April 9, 1912

Fenway Park hosted its first game
The ballpark's first game was an exhibition between the Red Sox and Harvard University. The first regular-season game took place on April 20 and drew 27,000 fans."

I saw a Red Sox-A's game at Fenway in 1999. The amenities were nowhere to be found, but that wasn't the point. Or maybe it was. A classic venue, and I focused on the game, not side entertainment. Great experience.

 

[gogolion]

The amenities have been greatly improved since '99

 

[Mister Magoo]

Home Opener this afternoon. John Henry has put a lot of money in the park since he bought it in 2002.

Oh yeah, getting their rings today!!

 

[BobPSU92]

Does it still feel like an old, classic ballpark with the upgrades?

 

[gogolion]

Does it still feel like an old, classic ballpark with the upgrades?

In my opinion, yes

 

[Mister Magoo]

Does it still feel like an old, classic ballpark with the upgrades?

I believe so. Kinda like a beautiful old house that got some much-needed modern TLC.

 

[NovaPSULuvr]

Does it still feel like an old, classic ballpark with the upgrades?

Was there a few years ago for Phillies / Sox game - awesome experience! Got my pic with Luis Tiant on Lansdowne St. - great food and great environment.

 

[Obliviax]

Great place to watch a game. I love Fenway and Wrigley. But Fenway is the best with them selling "chowda" in the stands and Yawkey Way.

the best of the rest, to me, are the Pirates PNC Park and the Tribe's stadium. I haven't been to several highly rated stadiums like SF Giants or SD Padres but have been in more than half.

 

[MacNit07]

Great place to watch a game. I love Fenway and Wrigley. But Fenway is the best with them selling "chowda" in the stands and Yawkey Way.

the best of the rest, to me, are the Pirates PNC Park and the Tribe's stadium. I haven't been to several highly rated stadiums like SF Giants or SD Padres but have been in more than half.

Camden Yards!

 

[EPC FAN]

The amenities hhttps:/have been greatly improved since '99

The only game I ever saw at Fenway Park. Look at the attendance.
https://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/BOS/BOS198208261.shtml

 

[BobPSU92]

In my opinion, yes

I believe so. Kinda like a beautiful old house that got some much-needed modern TLC.

Was there a few years ago for Phillies / Sox game - awesome experience! Got my pic with Luis Tiant on Lansdowne St. - great food and great environment.

Thanks, guys. Sounds good. I'll have to get back up there.

 

[Howie'81]

Great place to watch a game. I love Fenway and Wrigley. But Fenway is the best with them selling "chowda" in the stands and Yawkey Way.

the best of the rest, to me, are the Pirates PNC Park and the Tribe's stadium. I haven't been to several highly rated stadiums like SF Giants or SD Padres but have been in more than half.

Been to Citi Field? I enjoy games there and find it a pleasant experience.

 

[Obliviax]

Been to Citi Field? I enjoy games there and find it a pleasant experience.

No, would love to though. All of the newer HOK type of fields (started with Camden Yards) are very good. I am told the field in Minnesota is great, as well. The Tribe announcers said it is their favorite American League park.

 

[Howie'81]

No, would love to though. All of the newer HOK type of fields (started with Camden Yards) are very good. I am told the field in Minnesota is great, as well. The Tribe announcers said it is their favorite American League park.

Most NY baseball fans prefer Citi Field to the new Yankee Stadium. Even Yankee fans. I've been to both and I think Citi Field is a more pleasant atmosphere. I'd like to get to Citizen's Bank Park this season.