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The NY Mets play at Shea Stadium in the borough of Queens. I went to a game against the Colorado Rockies on a Wednesday afternoon. My ticket, which I got off of the Mets website, was only $5, sitting in the Upper Reserved section. The view was just fine.
The number 7 subway goes right to the ballpark. Couldn't be easier to get here from Manhattan.
The main thing to know about Shea is that it can, and often does, get very windy and cold! Bring a jacket even if it is sunny and warm! Shea is also right next to LaGuardia airport and can get very noisy. You might also want to check if there are any promotions going on that day. I found out - the hard way - that the game I went to was "Kids Fitness" day, and that 10,000 kids were in attendance - all sitting in the same zone I was in! I simply couldn't take any more after about 6 innings and left, with the Mets losing 12-0 and everyone having pretty much lost interest.
If you're going to an afternoon or early evening game, you may want to combine your baseball experience with a trip to the nearby Queens Museum of Art or some of the other sites in Flushing Meadows. Be advised though that Flushing Meadows Corona Park is a huge park, and you'll be walking a lot. Leave a Comment
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On February 6, 1921, the Yankees announced the purchase of 10 acres of property in the west Bronx. The land, purchased from the estate of William Waldorf Astor for $675,000, sat directly across the Harlem River from the Polo Grounds, where the Yankees' had played since 1913. Renovations were made in 1966 and 1967, but more than that was needed. In 1972, the team sold their stadium to the city and signed a thirty year lease.
The revovated Yankee Stadium opened with much fanfare in 1976, and the Yankees wasted no time living up to their "new" stadium. The team appeared in the World Series in each of the next three years, winning the fall classic twice. Players like Reggie Jackson, Catfish Hunter and Ron Guidry picked up where Mantle and Berra left off a decade earlier. Except for brief period in the early 1990s, the Yankees have always fielded winning teams since their ballpark was renovated. In the late 1990s and 2000s, the Yankees have been the team to beat, appearing in six World Series while winning four of them. A cavalcade of stars, including Derek Jeter and Roger Clemens, have graced Yankee Stadium during these years.
Watching a Yankees Game is a real MUST when you visit NYC! Inside the Stadium you'll find the Monument Park with memories of all great Yankees players ever. See my travelogues!
Backpacks and bag must be left outside. There are safes placed around the stadium that keep your luggage for 4-5 $ each. Leave a Comment Theme: Sports WatchingDirections: The Yankee Stadium Subway stop is located right outside the Stadium at the corner of 161st St. and River Ave. The #4 train, as well as the B (weekdays only) and D trains make stops at 161st St./Yankee Stadium.Website: http://newyork.yankees.mlb.com
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Another sight on our cruise around Manhatten island. Not long after passing under Brooklyn Bridge we came across this mecca for Baseball fans. Leave a Comment Theme: Sports Watching
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My son's second visit to The Bronx included going to see his first ever professional baseball game. Being that our host is a huge Yankee fan, he took us to see the Yankees. The game held Patrick's attention for all of about 5 minutes. After that he just wanted to explore the bleachers and see what everyone else was doing. About half way through the game he fell asleep on my lap. Thank goodness, I at least got to see the end of the game.
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You can tour the place for $12, but why the heck would you do that?? Instead, try to visit during baseball season (April through September, but the Yankees usually play a little longer into the playoffs!!!) and go to a game. Leave a Comment Theme: Sports WatchingAddress: 161st St. and River AveDirections: The Bronx (where do you think they got the nickname, "The Bronx Bombers"? Subway: Take the 4 to 161st Street.Website: www.yankees.com
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 Action at Shea Stadium by kenadamsLeave a Comment Theme: OtherDirections: Queens, next to Flushing Meadows. Subway line 7 from Manhattan serves Shea Stadium 24/7.Website: www.mlb.com
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 Yankee Stadium by djramey
No equipment is needed unless your a child. If younger than your adult years (and I say hell I am) you should take a ball glove to catch a foul ball or home run. Also take playing cards, baseballs, shirts, or any other memoribilia that you would like to get signed by the athletes if you get the chance. Leave a Comment Theme: Sports WatchingAddress: 161st St and River AveDirections: The Yankee Stadium stop is located outside. The Stadium is reached by several subway lines. The #4 train, as well as the B (weekdays only) and D trains make stops at 161st St./Yankee Stadium.Website: http://www.yankees.com
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 Baseball in the Park by barryg23Leave a Comment Theme: Other
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 It's outta here!!! by seamandrewLeave a Comment Theme: Sports WatchingAddress: Shea Stadium, New York, NYDirections: Flushing, QueensWebsite: http://www.mets.com
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I'm a red sox fan so naturally I hate the NY Yankees, but I love the city of NY, and the people!!!
This is the year The redsox will reverse the curse, and win the world series! Leave a Comment Theme: Sports Watching
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