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Oct 7, 2021Liked by Mike Wittmann

Makes me want to take a few Road Trips and see some of the older Stadiums while they are still in use. I always regret never seeing the house that Ruth built.

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Thanks David for the support! Yes, seeing the old parks before they are replaced are important. I'd be more than happy to accompany you next spring to some of the local ones. Keep reading as I will be writing about some of the old parks in the near future!

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Oct 28, 2021Liked by Mike Wittmann

Mike, This was a great article. I remember going to the "new" Tigers stadium in 2007 to watch the White Sox play the Tigers. The more I sat in that field, though good for the Tigers, I kept thinking how much larger U.S. Cellular (at the time) was. It was a thought that crossed my mind and still does to this day when I think of Detroit, the deeper appreciation for our field, our city and our team. I will always cherish our field and since seeing Comerica Park for the first time. Though in Detroit you get welcomed by the giant Tiger outside of the stadium, nothing beats that Chicago Skyline and the smell of our park with all the delicious foods cooking. I did not know Old Comiskey but I cannot wait to take my future generations to White Sox Stadium (Guaranteed Rate at the time being) to show them where I played the National Anthem on the field in 8th grade, where I watched Mark Burhle's perfect game and no hitter, watching Jim Thome's 500 HR counter in the outfield, where I fell asleep after the incredible all-you-can-eat/drink buffet in right field seats that now host the Goose Island bar and fancy recliners. I will share stories from this park of getting engaged right behind home plate on the day that Hawk retired 9/2/2018 & in the tunnel while Mike was texting and calling all family to make sure they were set, I met Jason Benetti and Frank Thomas. After our engagement, we got to ride in the A.J. Pierzynski and all I could ask is "Are you Bobby Jenk's BFF?" I never realized how important it really is to have an elevator speech lol! Of course the year we were locked out and had cardboard cut outs (2020) and the 2021 legendary beer snake in the outfield that I got to partake in. There is nothing like your home stands and that I owe to Detroit.

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Thanks Nikki ! Great memories you shared. A ballpark is never just a ballpark, it weaves it's way into out hearts, soul and life. It's also generational, memories of good times, people and exposing kids to the beautiful game of baseball. The Tiger is cool, but our skyline, the aroma of grilling onions and such, are as much of the experience as the games themselves. Keep reading as I will cover some baseball parks in the future.

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Oct 9, 2021Liked by Mike Wittmann

Love this heartfelt article ❤️ I learned baseball from my dad. He was a die hard Cubs fan but he and I had several trips to see the Sox play. He loved his baseball ⚾️. The article brought up some great memories 🤗. Thank you 🙏

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Thanks for your support Mary Kay. Knowledge of baseball is a generational legacy. I'm glad you enjoyed the article and shared your memories of your dad and baseball.

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Thanks! Baseball and families are intertwined. The memories are real. I wrote this in 1999 and it still holds true today.

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I was probably a little misty-eyed when I wrote 21 years ago as well...

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