Remembering the Disco Demolition
Perhaps known as one of the most extreme promotions in the MLB, Disco Demolition Night took place at Comiskey Park in Chicago, IL, on Thursday, July 12, 1979, and ended in a riot. At the height of the event, a crate full of disco records was blown up on the field between games of a twi-night doubleheader between the Chicago White Sox and the Detroit … Continue reading Remembering the Disco Demolition
Meet the 2020 St. Louis Cardinals
By: Kennedy Maitland The St. Louis Cardinals and “The Greatest Fans in Baseball” officially have a season to look forward to, even though it will be quite different than anything we have seen in the past. With a 60 game season starting in a few short weeks, there are some adjustments to be made and learning curves to overcome for the Cardinals organization. With summer … Continue reading Meet the 2020 St. Louis Cardinals
Behind the Dream: Tom Cosgrove
Tom Cosgrove is a pitcher from Staten Island, NY drafted by the San Diego Padres in 2017. Last season (2019), he played for the Class-A Adv Lake Elsinore Storm in Lake Elsinore, CA before being placed on a rehab assignment in Arizona for his arm. Keep up with Tom on Instagram! Q: What’s your favorite baseball movie? TC: Sandlot, for sure! It’s a classic. You … Continue reading Behind the Dream: Tom Cosgrove
Sweet Home Chicago: The Dogs Return to Impact Field
Being one of the younger teams in the American Association of Independent Professional Baseball (AAIPB), the Chicago Dogs are ready to take the field and get back to baseball at Impact Field. Though the team was originally slated to be based at the Milwaukee hub for the season, Illinois’s Phase 4 opening allows the team to play their home games in Chicago, following local and … Continue reading Sweet Home Chicago: The Dogs Return to Impact Field
Baseball is Back
Yes, the rumors are true. Baseball. Is. Back. On June 23, 2020 Major League Baseball announced the return to play. They announced the 2020 season will begin on July 23 or 24 and will consist of a 60 game schedule. Baseball is back. It feels crazy even typing it. Baseball is back. Upon hearing the news, I didn’t jump for joy and and get teary-eyed … Continue reading Baseball is Back
The BEST Fan Experience: Meeting Greg Garcia
Yet another reason to love the Padres. At the end of the season you can purchase scratchers for ONE dollar each. If you are one of the lucky winners, you have the opportunity to win a shirt off a players back! Even if you don’t win, all of the money fundraised goes to charity. Pretty sweet if you ask me! Of course Megan and I … Continue reading The BEST Fan Experience: Meeting Greg Garcia
Thank You Ballpark Vibes
As I enter more of my professional career, I find it time to leave my full-time position at Ballpark Vibes. There is no way I can truly put into words what this community of strong and motivated women has helped me with, but I figured I had to start somewhere. My first post on this site was titled ‘Thank You Baseball’, so now I think … Continue reading Thank You Ballpark Vibes
Baseball is for Everyone
Fans are always proud to show their support of their favorite teams. Baseball clubs across the country, from majors to minors, have begun to host Pride Day (or night) games, as a way to celebrate their fans in the LGBT+ community. Last year, the Cubs hosted their first pride game. Staff were wearing “LOVE” pins and handing out matching stickers to fans. Many went above … Continue reading Baseball is for Everyone
Best of the Cactus League Ballparks
Although I’d love to go in-depth to all ten of these unique stadiums, I thought it would be best to focus in on my top three. Here are some of the most unique and distinguishing features for Camelback Ranch, Sloan Park, and Tempe Diablo. Camelback Ranch Water feature Creating a park-like atmosphere, the river around the two clubhouses serves as a division between the two … Continue reading Best of the Cactus League Ballparks
Top 5 Mascot Moments
In honor of National Mascot Day, I decided to put together my top five favorite mascot moments. (In no particular order of course) Coming in hot at No. 1 – Orbit on a Mission We got Orbit, mascot of the Houston Astros, hunting down Jose Iglesias before the big game against the Boston Red Sox. No. 2 – Phillies Phanatic Seeks Revenge Mark Grant, former … Continue reading Top 5 Mascot Moments
