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Yankee Stadium
There have been two Yankees Stadiums. The original was built in 1923, and served as the home to the New York Yankees until the new stadium was opened in 2009.
309 Questions
Who had the last RBI old Yankee stadium in 1973?
The final home run, before Yankee Stadium was closed for renovations, was hit by Yankees catcher Duke Sims off of Detroit Tigers pitcher Fred Holdsworth on September 30, 1973.
How many monuments and plaques are in Yankee Stadium?
6 ... Miller Huggins, Lou Gehrig, Babe Ruth, Mickey Mantle, Joe DiMaggio, and George Steinbrenner.
When was the first all-star game played in Yankee Stadium?
The first game involving the National Association was on 1871 May 4, with the Fort Wayne Kekiongas hosting the Cleveland Forest Citys.
However, there is some dispute on whether the NA was a true major "league."
On 1876 April 22, the Boston Red Stockings defeated the Philadelphia Athletics in the first game of the newly formed National League -- an organization that continue to this day.
Who won the first game in Yankee Stadium Yankees or Red Sox?
The first game at Yankee Stadium, April 18, 1923 was won by the Yankees by the score of 4-1 over the Red Sox.
Who did the New York Yankees play in the last game at the old Yankee Stadium?
No, a fair ball has never been hit of Yankee Stadium. Mickey Mantle came the closest twice, hit right roof shots that hit the facade (1956 and 1963) coming within a few feet of leaving the stadium. Also, Josh Gibons and Jimmy Fox and Barry Bonds hit long shots that stayed in the stadium. Hack Greenburg hit a ball out of Yankee Stadium but it was declared just foul.
How many support beams were at Yankee Stadium?
The old Yankee Stadium had a seating capacity of 56,936.
What flags fly at Yankee Stadium?
The US flag, the New York State flag (the blue flag), and the New York City flag (the blue, white, and orange flag).
How much is a Yankee ball april18 1923 worth?
Value is based on average prices of recently closed auctions. Prices may vary based on condition, and the type of authenticity that accompanies the baseball. Prices may also vary based on the amount of signatures, and key signatures acquired. The more complete the baseball with key signatures the more valuable.
If the signatures are not properly authenticated the baseball could sell at half the market value or less.
Where was the new Yankee Stadium built?
The new Yankee Stadium is located at: One East 161st Street, Bronx, NY.
Why was the old Yankee Stadium demolished?
Yes. On May 13, 2010, the demolition of the old Yankee Stadium was completed.
How far is the shortest home run at Yankee Stadium?
The distance from home plate to left field is exactly the same in both the old and new Yankee Stadiums measuring 318'. The dimensions changed at least 4 times. To answer the question a date is needed.
Name the only Yankees manager NEVER to win a game at Yankee Stadium?
William Edward "Wild Bill" Donovan
Donovan was a player / manager with the Yankees from 1915 - 1917. He played for the Detroit Tigers in 1918 and never played again.
He later served as the manager of the Philadelphia Phillies for part of 1921 season but was replaced after just 44 games.
He never played again after 1918 and never coached again after 1921.
Yankee Stadium didn't open until April 18, 1923.
How many games have been played at the new Yankee Stadium?
As of the 2008 season, the Mets have made the playoffs in six seasons: 1969 - 1 home game in the NLCS and 3 home games in the World Series.
1973 - 3 home games in the NLCS and 3 home games in the World Series.
1986 - 3 home games in the NLCS and 4 home games in the World Series.
1988 - 3 home games in the NLCS.
1999 - 2 home games in the NLDS.
2000 - 2 home games in the NLDS, 3 home games in the NLCS, and 3 home games in the World Series. 2006- Mets hosted Dodgers for 2 and 4 against cardinals in which Beltran had the bat on his shoulders to end game 7 Prior to the 2008 season, there have been 30 playoff games played at Shea Stadium.
How many people visit Yankee Stadium each year?
Currenty, New Yankee Stadium can hold 52, 325 people. Old Yankee Stadium was usually sold out, with about 48,000 people attending each game.
What are the dimensions of the Yankee Stadium?
The new Yankee Stadium dimensions are the same as the old stadium, excluding the backstop distance.
- Left Field Line - 318 ft.
- Left Field - 379 ft.
- Left Center - 399 ft.
- Center Field - 408 ft.
- Right Center - 385 ft.
- Right Field - 353 ft.
- Right Field Line- 314 ft.
- Backstop - 52 ft. 4 in.
What airport is closest metlife stadium?
Madison Square Garden is located in midtown Manhattan, New York City. The three major airports serving NYC are LaGuardia, JFK and Newark.
Which New York Yankees pitcher has the most wins at the old Yankee Stadium?
Whitey Ford has the most career victories as a Yankee with 236 from 1950-1967.
Where is the new Yankee Stadium located?
The new Yankee Stadium is located at 161st Street and River Avenue, Bronx, New York.
Where are the alcohol free sections of the new Yankee Stadium?
No. Although sale does stop two and a half hours after the game begins. This submitted answer is not correct. There are 2 alcohol-free sections at Fenway Park, and it is very strictly enforced. The sections are 32-33 in Left Field. They are referred to as "family" sections.
Who hit the last home run at Sportmans Park and the first at Busch Stadium?
The first home run hit at Busch III was by Bill Hall of the Milwaukee Brewers in the second inning of off Mark Mulder. Albert Pujols hit the first home run for the Cardinals at Busch III in the fourth inning. Mulder also hit a home run in the game. The Cardinals won the game 6-4.
