Last Updated: March 21st, 2023 by Jake CainRhode Island may be the smallest of the 50 states, but its baseball fandom is huge! This state has a rich and vast baseball history, with multiple historic fields for die-hard fans to explore. Some date back as far as the late 1800s! If your closet is packed with Red Sox gear, you won’t want to miss paying your respects at McCoy Stadium before it’s torn down – …
Last Updated: February 27th, 2023 by Jake CainVirginia isn’t home to any major league baseball teams, but that doesn’t stop America’s favorite pastime from being celebrated and enjoyed across the Commonwealth. From Division I college teams like the James Madison Dukes and the Longwood Lancers to farm teams like the Norfolk Tides, ballplayers across the state play exciting games in stadiums that range from state-of-the-art to historic. Whether you’re a die-hard Big South supporter, hoping …
Last Updated: March 22nd, 2023 by Jake CainIf you love history and baseball (and who doesn’t?) then you need to schedule a trip to Vermont. The Green Mountain State is home to two historical baseball stadiums, including one of the oldest ballparks in the country. Vermont’s ballparks are intimate venues in beautiful settings, perfect for introducing the family to the nation’s pastime. Whether you’re an American history buff exploring the projects of the Works Progress …
Last Updated: March 21st, 2023 by Jake CainUtah, or The Beehive State, is known for its remarkable natural beauty, world-class ski resorts, outdoor recreation, and rich Mormon history. Maybe baseball isn’t the first thing that comes to mind when you picture Utah, but we’re here to change your mind! This Western state is home to some of the most beautiful ballparks in the nation! It’s here that you’ll find the “best view in baseball,” as …
Last Updated: December 13th, 2022 by Jake CainIf baseball is as American as apple pie, it’s also as Cuban as a Cohiba cigar. Baseball is Cuba’s national sport. From kids playing stickball in the streets of Havana to boisterous stadium crowds to players on the national team who are admired as heroes, the passion for baseball runs deep. Let’s take a tour of the leagues and ballparks of Cuba… Why Baseball Is So Big in …
Last Updated: March 10th, 2023 by Jake CainThe first official baseball game was an absolute clobbering. On June 19, 1846, the New York Nine trounced the Knickerbocker Baseball Club of New York by a score of 23-1 in four innings. It was an unimpressive showing by the Knickerbockers, especially considering their team was led by the man widely credited with inventing the sport, Alexander Cartwright himself. The game was played at a park called Elysian …
Last Updated: April 4th, 2023 by Jake CainMove aside, peanuts and Cracker Jacks! We have the inside scoop on the best quality ballpark food, including some tasty new offerings for this season. Bring your appetite and let’s check out some can’t-miss stadium eats. Coming to a Stadium Near You… It looks like plenty of MLB stadiums have stepped up their food games this year. Whether you’re a plant-based eater or eager to chow down on …
