I had seen it numerous times on TV, but was not prepared for how large and dominating the "new" centerfield stands are. They have been called Mount Davis by their detractors. They were constructed by the Coliseum Commission to lure the Raiders football team back from Los Angeles. The Raiders are run by Al Davis, an icon and football legend in his time, but in my opinion, time has passed him by.
Well, Mount Davis has turned the Coliseum from a decent baseball stadium into a marginal football stadium. Baseball in this place now seems to be lost in a huge hole. But the A's persevere, and do quite well, despite the circumstances.
A few things were still the same, even after twelve years, and new owners and management. I was always impressed with the A's marketing strategies. During the glory years of the late '80's, they brought out the white elephant logo, a nod towards their early history in Philadelphia. Last year, it was "A's brand" baseball.
A familiar voice also greeted me at the 'Net. Roy Steele, the Public Address Announcer. His deep, friendly voice and dry sense of humor always added to my experience, and he is still my favorite ballpark voice, (followed closely by the beer guy at Harbor Park!) I always enjoyed the small touch of irreverence at the Coliseum. It just seemed like the A's never took themselves over-seriously.
A couple of other notes: I ran out of camera battery here, so my pix are lacking a little; and met the hot dog I couldn't finish. It was massive- probably a pound- and in this tough, italian roll that should have been holding a large Philly cheesesteak. I got through almost half, and gave up!
Thursday, April 28, 2005
Tuesday, April 26, 2005
At the 'Net- Old Haunts
My last day of this trip to California was "Old Haunts Day" in the East Bay. I started out in the west end of Alameda, my home for four years. I took a walk along San Francisco Bay, my old commute route, and drove around the now closed Naval Air Station. I checked out the old apartments, and a nice breakfast joint on Webster Street. I made a quick trip to Berkeley to wander around the UC campus, and finally on BART to the Coliseum for an evening game between the A's and Red Sox.
For four and a half seasons, I had the pleasure of watching one of the most interesting and exciting baseball teams of the past 50 years- the A's of the late '80's. I saw Canseco and McGwire in their rookie years, as well as Weiss and Steinbach. Carney Lansford at third, Welch and Stewart on the mound, and Eckersley out of the bullpen. It certainly was fun at the ballpark!
The Coliseum was a pretty nice ballpark for what it was- a round multi-purpose stadium. The outfield was open, with a view of the Oakland hills above the bleachers. The seats were a little far from the foul lines, and it was very cookie-cutterish, but it was ten times better than that abomination across the bay called Candlestick.
Then I moved away, and Oakland's obsession with the Raiders ruined a nice park.
For four and a half seasons, I had the pleasure of watching one of the most interesting and exciting baseball teams of the past 50 years- the A's of the late '80's. I saw Canseco and McGwire in their rookie years, as well as Weiss and Steinbach. Carney Lansford at third, Welch and Stewart on the mound, and Eckersley out of the bullpen. It certainly was fun at the ballpark!
The Coliseum was a pretty nice ballpark for what it was- a round multi-purpose stadium. The outfield was open, with a view of the Oakland hills above the bleachers. The seats were a little far from the foul lines, and it was very cookie-cutterish, but it was ten times better than that abomination across the bay called Candlestick.
Then I moved away, and Oakland's obsession with the Raiders ruined a nice park.
Wednesday, April 20, 2005
PETCO: More Angles
Here's another look at some of the angles in Petco Park. You also can see the many uses of the Western Metal Supply Building. No one seating area seems to be a standard rectangle. Angles, angles, angles!
Most ballparks have one contiguous grandstand that surrounds a good portion of the field more or less. In Petco, the stands are broken up by the building, and two huge towers along both foul lines. Of course, the concourses link everything together.
I enjoyed my visit to Petco Park. This is a fun place to explore, and there are plenty of nooks and crannies to stick your head into. Once in the seating bowl, the game is king, but take a little walk, and you are in for a treat!
Most ballparks have one contiguous grandstand that surrounds a good portion of the field more or less. In Petco, the stands are broken up by the building, and two huge towers along both foul lines. Of course, the concourses link everything together.
I enjoyed my visit to Petco Park. This is a fun place to explore, and there are plenty of nooks and crannies to stick your head into. Once in the seating bowl, the game is king, but take a little walk, and you are in for a treat!
PETCO: Angles on the Concourse
The one word that stuck in my mind during my visit to Petco Park was "angles." It seemed like everywhere I looked there were interesting angles, and I spent most of my picture taking energy trying to capture some of them.
The structural steel work at Petco is unique, and dare I say- a little whimsical. No up-down-left-right here! Beams go every which way, and to an engineer like myself, an intriguing design element. The steel has been arranged to make wide, open concourses. Even at the end of the game, it never seemed too cramped.
The structural steel work at Petco is unique, and dare I say- a little whimsical. No up-down-left-right here! Beams go every which way, and to an engineer like myself, an intriguing design element. The steel has been arranged to make wide, open concourses. Even at the end of the game, it never seemed too cramped.
PETCO: From the Berm
Petco Park is unique among ballparks for many reasons, two of which I'll discuss here. It has probably the largest open area outside the stadium portion that is still within the gates of the park. The "Park within the Park" is city-block-sized, and consists of a berm, a small diamond, and general open space. It is in center field, behind the batters eye screen. The Padres sell general admission tickets to this area, and it is a great deal for families on a budget. Spread out the blanket on the berm and enjoy the game from DEEP right-center. Note the video screen for the folks on their blankets- a nice touch!
Also in this picture, you get a nice look at the Western Metal Supply Building. Like Camden Yards in Baltimore, this building was incorporated into the design of the ballpark. The building houses a souvenir store on the first floor, and various clubs and suites on subsequent floors. A set of bleachers is perched on top of the building, and is available for larger groups. The building forms part of the outfield wall, and is a fun part of the park.
Also in this picture, you get a nice look at the Western Metal Supply Building. Like Camden Yards in Baltimore, this building was incorporated into the design of the ballpark. The building houses a souvenir store on the first floor, and various clubs and suites on subsequent floors. A set of bleachers is perched on top of the building, and is available for larger groups. The building forms part of the outfield wall, and is a fun part of the park.
PETCO: From the Outside
This is the view of Petco Park from near the 12th and Imperial trolley station. I did Petco in a day trip from Oakland. Flights on Southwest Airlines are about 90 minutes non-stop between the two airports. There is convenient and frequent bus service from San Diego Airport to the Santa Fe depot, where the trolley is caught to the ballpark.
The ballpark is on the southern edge of downtown and the Gaslamp District. A hotel is nearby, and the convention center is a couple of blocks away. The seedlings of a ballpark neighborhood are in place, and judging by the number of construction cranes in the vicinity, things will be quite active before long.
Aside from the parking lot, the exterior of the park is very inviting, and certainly unique. It is VERY San Diego! Unlike SBC Park or many others, the outside is broken up into individual elements that don't necessarily look like a ballpark. It isn't until you see the seats of the upper deck that you can sense a traditional ballpark look. Note the lack of brick. You won't find that much brick in San Diego either.
The ballpark is on the southern edge of downtown and the Gaslamp District. A hotel is nearby, and the convention center is a couple of blocks away. The seedlings of a ballpark neighborhood are in place, and judging by the number of construction cranes in the vicinity, things will be quite active before long.
Aside from the parking lot, the exterior of the park is very inviting, and certainly unique. It is VERY San Diego! Unlike SBC Park or many others, the outside is broken up into individual elements that don't necessarily look like a ballpark. It isn't until you see the seats of the upper deck that you can sense a traditional ballpark look. Note the lack of brick. You won't find that much brick in San Diego either.
Saturday, April 16, 2005
The King of Baseball
Life begins on opening day. Last night was my 12th straight opening night with the Norfolk Tides. It wasn't the best night for it, with 40-40 weather. That's both temperature AND wind in the 40's! But the Tides beat the Indianapolis Indians 11-1, and baseball season finally started at MY ballpark.
Before the game, the Tides honored Dave Rosenfield, who was celebrating his 50th opening night in the front office, 44 of them as the Tides General Manager. He has been honored as minor league executive of the year a few times, has been vice president of the international league for a number of years, and is almost single-handedly responsible for the current state of baseball in the Tidewater area. That's good, by the way. He was also named "King of Baseball" by his peers at the last winter meetings.
Former Tides, such as Bobby Valentine, Clint Hurdle, Matt Franco and Marty Brennaman sent their video wishes. Brennaman, the hall of fame broadcaster for the Cincinnatti Reds, got his big break with the Tides, and was recommended by "Rosie" to the Reds a year later. Fellow GM's appeared in person to pay tribute to their mentor and friend.
One of the biggest tributes to Dave Rosenfield is Harbor Park itself. One of the first, and still one of the finest "new" minor league ballpark has his stamp all over it. Innovations in Harbor Park were copied all over baseball. Thanks to Rosie, the Tides are one of the most successful franchises in Minor League Baseball, both in fan support, and in the bottom line.
50 years and still going! Rosenfield has no intentions of retiring anytime soon. His legend will only grow, and the fans of Norfolk will continue to reap the benefits.
Before the game, the Tides honored Dave Rosenfield, who was celebrating his 50th opening night in the front office, 44 of them as the Tides General Manager. He has been honored as minor league executive of the year a few times, has been vice president of the international league for a number of years, and is almost single-handedly responsible for the current state of baseball in the Tidewater area. That's good, by the way. He was also named "King of Baseball" by his peers at the last winter meetings.
Former Tides, such as Bobby Valentine, Clint Hurdle, Matt Franco and Marty Brennaman sent their video wishes. Brennaman, the hall of fame broadcaster for the Cincinnatti Reds, got his big break with the Tides, and was recommended by "Rosie" to the Reds a year later. Fellow GM's appeared in person to pay tribute to their mentor and friend.
One of the biggest tributes to Dave Rosenfield is Harbor Park itself. One of the first, and still one of the finest "new" minor league ballpark has his stamp all over it. Innovations in Harbor Park were copied all over baseball. Thanks to Rosie, the Tides are one of the most successful franchises in Minor League Baseball, both in fan support, and in the bottom line.
50 years and still going! Rosenfield has no intentions of retiring anytime soon. His legend will only grow, and the fans of Norfolk will continue to reap the benefits.
Wednesday, March 30, 2005
Cactus- Taliesin West
Frank Lloyd Wright was one of America's most famous, and important architects. His winter residence and studio, called Taliesin West is located in Scottsdale, and is open for tours. It is a fascinating insight into Wright's ideas and principles. For those not into design or architecture, it is just a cool building.
The tour covers the exterior site, as well as unique rooms used by Wright and his associates to model and present their designs. Two theaters in the complex are also included. If you have the time, the extended tour goes into the recently restored living room and private studio of Wright.
The tour covers the exterior site, as well as unique rooms used by Wright and his associates to model and present their designs. Two theaters in the complex are also included. If you have the time, the extended tour goes into the recently restored living room and private studio of Wright.
Cactus: Camelback from the Desert Garden
Looking for other things to do in Phoenix, when you aren't at the ballpark? How about the Desert Botanical Garden, which happens to be next to the Phoenix Municipal Stadium.
We stopped there one morning and were treated to just about every type of cactus imaginable, plus a surprising variety of other desert flora. From the mighty Saguaro to the tiniest barrel cactus, to the tree with green bark, the Palo Verde, the garden is full of surprises, especially for an east coast guy like me.
The Desert Garden is well worth a couple of hours. In fact, we went back after the ballgame to finish our own tour!
We stopped there one morning and were treated to just about every type of cactus imaginable, plus a surprising variety of other desert flora. From the mighty Saguaro to the tiniest barrel cactus, to the tree with green bark, the Palo Verde, the garden is full of surprises, especially for an east coast guy like me.
The Desert Garden is well worth a couple of hours. In fact, we went back after the ballgame to finish our own tour!
Monday, March 28, 2005
Cactus: Buttes of Papago Park
This is a view from the seats behind first base at Phoenix Municipal Stadium. The buttes behind the left field fence are located in Papago Park, which is also home to the Desert Botanical Gardens. Just try to find a view like this in the Grapefruit League!
I enjoyed the afternoon at Phoenix Muni. It is a nice, funky ballpark with a spirit. It is older than the parks at Maryvale, Peoria, and Surprise, and is therefore just a little more cramped, but that didn't bother me a bit. Unlike Maryvale, the concessions lines moved quickly.
I think another reason I enjoyed the game is because of the laid-back good natured banter between the Cubs fans and the A's fans. It must have been spring training, where the fans were also getting in shape for another pennant race. There was none of the "edge" that might accompany an important game during the season, just a lot of fun chatter.
I enjoyed the afternoon at Phoenix Muni. It is a nice, funky ballpark with a spirit. It is older than the parks at Maryvale, Peoria, and Surprise, and is therefore just a little more cramped, but that didn't bother me a bit. Unlike Maryvale, the concessions lines moved quickly.
I think another reason I enjoyed the game is because of the laid-back good natured banter between the Cubs fans and the A's fans. It must have been spring training, where the fans were also getting in shape for another pennant race. There was none of the "edge" that might accompany an important game during the season, just a lot of fun chatter.
Cactus: Graphics in Phoenix Muni
What struck me most about visiting "Phoenix Muni" as it is called, was the striking graphics all over the ballpark. This sign is typical of the directional signage throughout the park. I really liked the literal baseball theme.
All along the concourse, banners were mounted that had terms unique to baseball, and their definitions. Not words like ball, strike, or sacrifice, but more colorful terms such as "can of corn" or "Texas leaguer."
This view of a tunnel to the box seats from the concourse also shows the neat stone walls and the currogated steel of the pressbox structure, other features I also like.
All along the concourse, banners were mounted that had terms unique to baseball, and their definitions. Not words like ball, strike, or sacrifice, but more colorful terms such as "can of corn" or "Texas leaguer."
This view of a tunnel to the box seats from the concourse also shows the neat stone walls and the currogated steel of the pressbox structure, other features I also like.
Cactus: Entering Phoenix Muni
To get to Phoenix Municipal Stadium, you walk up a spiral ramp, cross the main road, and spiral back down to the gate on the third base side. While crossing, you get a good look at the concrete roof over the grandstand that looks a little like the bleachers roof at Dodger Stadium, and the striking graphics that are found throughout the stadium. A full park was expected today, as a split squad of the Cubs was visiting the Oakland A's. It seemed that a good portion of the crowd were Cubs fans, who seem to show up everywhere.
Sunday, March 27, 2005
Cactus: A Little Touch of Home
Every spring training park tries to bring a little bit of the club's home park and city to the game. Often, the current game time weather is given at the start of the game. This day at Maryvale, we heard that the gametime weather in Milwaukee was 31 degrees and snow flurries.
Another touch of Milwaukee was the famous sausage races. Not only did the polish, italian bratwurst and frankfurter race down the right field line, the appeared on the concession menu, "imported" from Wisconsin.
Another touch of Milwaukee was the famous sausage races. Not only did the polish, italian bratwurst and frankfurter race down the right field line, the appeared on the concession menu, "imported" from Wisconsin.
Cactus: Cloudy Day at Maryvale
There are a lot of neat architectural features in the park. I particularly liked the trellised "roof" structure, the outfield berm seating, and the open areas on the concourse.
The only part of the whole Maryvale experience that I didn't like was the incredibly long concessions lines. Three innings for a soft drink sort of saps the fun out of the afternoon.
The only part of the whole Maryvale experience that I didn't like was the incredibly long concessions lines. Three innings for a soft drink sort of saps the fun out of the afternoon.
Cactus: Welcome to Maryvale!
They call Phoenix the Valley of the Sun, saying it has 330 days of sunshine a year. Well, our first game of Cactus League baseball took place on one of the other 35 then. Not that cloudy and 63 degrees at game time is bad, compared to cloudy and 43 when we left Virginia the day before!
Maryvale is located in a residential area on the west side of Phoenix. It is a comfortable, park-like setting for a modern, spacious ballpark and the many practice fields needed for a spring training camp. The complex appears to be an attempt at spurring economic development in the surrounding neighborhood, as it seems a little out of place.
Maryvale is located in a residential area on the west side of Phoenix. It is a comfortable, park-like setting for a modern, spacious ballpark and the many practice fields needed for a spring training camp. The complex appears to be an attempt at spurring economic development in the surrounding neighborhood, as it seems a little out of place.
Saturday, March 26, 2005
A Cactus League Weekend
It has become something of a tradition in my family to take a long weekend in March to see some spring training baseball. It is a great break from the cold weather of the northeast and midwest, and a fun way to "cheat" on the start of the baseball season.
A couple of years ago, it was just my dad and I checking out some games in Florida. I flew down a little earlier than him, and was able to squeeze six games into four days- five of them with him. Last year, my sister and neice joined us, and we saw five games while based in Orlando. This year, five of us ventured out to Phoenix, to sample the baseball among the cacti.
My sister and nine-year-old niece flew in from Cleveland. Dad and mom drove down from New Jersey and flew with me. It was a long trip on cramped airplanes, but when we were greeted with sunset over the mountains, it was already worth it.
Three games were on the schedule. Friday, it was the A's versus the brewers at Maryvale Baseball Park on the west side of Phoenix. Saturday, we saw a split squad of the Cubs play the A's at Phoenix Municipal Stadium. Sunday, our final game was the White Sox versus the Angels at Tempe Diablo Stadium. Because there were no night games scheduled during our visit, we had some time to check out the area and see a few of the sights, Because the ballparks and training sites are so close together, we were able to avoid some of the long drives we had to put up with in Florida in years past.
I'll follow with my thoughts on the ballparks we visited.
A couple of years ago, it was just my dad and I checking out some games in Florida. I flew down a little earlier than him, and was able to squeeze six games into four days- five of them with him. Last year, my sister and neice joined us, and we saw five games while based in Orlando. This year, five of us ventured out to Phoenix, to sample the baseball among the cacti.
My sister and nine-year-old niece flew in from Cleveland. Dad and mom drove down from New Jersey and flew with me. It was a long trip on cramped airplanes, but when we were greeted with sunset over the mountains, it was already worth it.
Three games were on the schedule. Friday, it was the A's versus the brewers at Maryvale Baseball Park on the west side of Phoenix. Saturday, we saw a split squad of the Cubs play the A's at Phoenix Municipal Stadium. Sunday, our final game was the White Sox versus the Angels at Tempe Diablo Stadium. Because there were no night games scheduled during our visit, we had some time to check out the area and see a few of the sights, Because the ballparks and training sites are so close together, we were able to avoid some of the long drives we had to put up with in Florida in years past.
I'll follow with my thoughts on the ballparks we visited.
Tuesday, November 16, 2004
SBC: A Small Detail
Sometimes, the small details of something make more of an impression on me than the overall picture. In this picture, take a look at the bottom part of the columns to the left. I was impressed with the face brick and steel finish to the columns. A classy touch that looks much better than the basic bare concrete, and lends a bit of warmth to the concourse.
I noticed a few other little things like this at SBC- some that just added to the look of the park, and others added to the function and comfort of the park. Some are just fun.
The view into the park from behind the right-field fence from outside the park is one of the more well known features of SBC. Above the right-field fence, there is a drink rail at the outside of the concourse that allows people to relax and enjoy the view of McCovey Cove outside the park.
I noticed a few other little things like this at SBC- some that just added to the look of the park, and others added to the function and comfort of the park. Some are just fun.
The view into the park from behind the right-field fence from outside the park is one of the more well known features of SBC. Above the right-field fence, there is a drink rail at the outside of the concourse that allows people to relax and enjoy the view of McCovey Cove outside the park.
Sunday, November 07, 2004
No Wind = Warm at SBC
Mark Twain once said "The coldest winter I ever spent was a summer in San Francisco."? Every summer evening, the wind blows the famous fog through the Golden Gate to cover the city and the bay with a cool mist. It makes the nights great for sleeping with the window cracked open, but it isn't the best weather for watching baseball.
The designers of SBC Park did all they could to keep the fans as warm as possible during those notorious San francisco nights. They modeled the wind, and various configurations to come up with one that kept the wind off of fans. I can personally vouch that they succeeded, though I suffered from an unintended consequence of the design, I believe.
Note the glass panels at the steps going up to the reserved seats. These panels help to screen the wind, keeping it from blowing onto the fans in the boxes below. The panels behind the first few rows of seats accomplish the same thing.
Of course, in September, things start warming up in the Bay Area, and days in the 90's aren't uncommon. During my afternoon at the park, it was 89 degrees, and thanks to the wonderful design of the park, there was no wind or breeze to cool off the fans sitting behind the plate. It was HOT!
SBC: People Will Come
During my four summers in the San Francisco Area, I went to quite a few Oakland A's games, 10-15 a season. I lived in the East Bay, so it was convenient, and with a military discount, it was cheap, too. I did, however, make it a point to head across the bay at least once a season to Candlestick Park to see the Giants and National League baseball.
I'm amazed that the Giants drew as well as they did, because Candlestick was a complete and absolute dump! It made Veterans Stadium in Philly and the other "concrete donuts" look good. It was cold, cavernous, and uninviting, and that was for a day game! The famous San Francisco marine layer fog made summer nights damp and frigid. The only ballpark where people wore parkas to night games, in JULY! It was in a terrible neighborhood, far from anything but the freeway. I learned that San Francisco fans loved their Giants. If they had a decent ballpark, who knows how they would fill it?
Well, the Giants built a gem along the bay, only farther north, close to downtown in the South-of- Market neighborhood. It is everything that Candlestick wasn't, warm, intimate, and a real destination. They built a great ballpark for San Francisco, and the people came.
One neat feature of the park is the baseball quotes that are scattered throughout, including this one from "Field of Dreams" that is most appropriate. I can hear James Earl Jones' voice booming down the concourse. "People will come, Ray, they will most definitely come."
I'm amazed that the Giants drew as well as they did, because Candlestick was a complete and absolute dump! It made Veterans Stadium in Philly and the other "concrete donuts" look good. It was cold, cavernous, and uninviting, and that was for a day game! The famous San Francisco marine layer fog made summer nights damp and frigid. The only ballpark where people wore parkas to night games, in JULY! It was in a terrible neighborhood, far from anything but the freeway. I learned that San Francisco fans loved their Giants. If they had a decent ballpark, who knows how they would fill it?
Well, the Giants built a gem along the bay, only farther north, close to downtown in the South-of- Market neighborhood. It is everything that Candlestick wasn't, warm, intimate, and a real destination. They built a great ballpark for San Francisco, and the people came.
One neat feature of the park is the baseball quotes that are scattered throughout, including this one from "Field of Dreams" that is most appropriate. I can hear James Earl Jones' voice booming down the concourse. "People will come, Ray, they will most definitely come."
Wednesday, November 03, 2004
This Year's Baseball Trip
Every year I try to take a major trip where the main purpose is to see ballgames, preferably at parks I haven't seen before. Somehow I find the vacation time to squeeze this in with visits to family, and winter ski trips. Sometimes I drive to minor league parks, sometimes I fly somewhere and see the parks in that area.
This Labor Day I found myself in Northern California for the first time in almost ten years. I lived in the San Francisco Bay area for four years at the end of the '80s, and became an A's fan. It was a lot of fun watching the great Bash Brothers teams come together and eventually dominate. It was also great to be back in the middle of some of the most dramatic and beautiful urban scenery in the world.
I did three games in three days- San Francisco on Saturday, San Diego on Sunday, and Oakland Monday night. I "commuted" down and back to San Diego the same day on Southwest Airlines. Staying in Downtown Oakland, I was able to take public transit to each ballgame.
I did discover after I arrived in California that if I had switched my Giants and Padres games, I could have seen both Tony Gwynn's number retirement, and Randy Johnson's start against the Giants. I did get to watch Barry Zito snap off some curveballs in a losing effort against the Red Sox, and had two fantastic day games before that.
The quick impressions from the trip? I fell in love with SBC Park, really enjoyed Petco Park, and while I mourned the defacing of a nice ballpark with the monstrosity called Mount Davis, everything else about the Oakland baseball experience was just as I remembered from fifteen years ago. More to follow!
This Labor Day I found myself in Northern California for the first time in almost ten years. I lived in the San Francisco Bay area for four years at the end of the '80s, and became an A's fan. It was a lot of fun watching the great Bash Brothers teams come together and eventually dominate. It was also great to be back in the middle of some of the most dramatic and beautiful urban scenery in the world.
I did three games in three days- San Francisco on Saturday, San Diego on Sunday, and Oakland Monday night. I "commuted" down and back to San Diego the same day on Southwest Airlines. Staying in Downtown Oakland, I was able to take public transit to each ballgame.
I did discover after I arrived in California that if I had switched my Giants and Padres games, I could have seen both Tony Gwynn's number retirement, and Randy Johnson's start against the Giants. I did get to watch Barry Zito snap off some curveballs in a losing effort against the Red Sox, and had two fantastic day games before that.
The quick impressions from the trip? I fell in love with SBC Park, really enjoyed Petco Park, and while I mourned the defacing of a nice ballpark with the monstrosity called Mount Davis, everything else about the Oakland baseball experience was just as I remembered from fifteen years ago. More to follow!
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