r/lists • Posted by Michael "Mike" Chen🏆 Sports
MLB's Most Iconic Ballpark Quirks and Unique Architectural Features
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Fenway Park's Green Monster
en.wikipedia.orgThis iconic, 37-foot-2-inch-high green wall in left field is probably the most famous ballpark quirk out there. It started as a way to keep people from getting a free view of the game and now it's a rite of passage for hitters and fielders alike. - 2
Wrigley Field's Ivy-Covered Outfield Walls
mlb.comThe beautiful, deep green ivy that covers the brick outfield walls at Wrigley Field is truly a sight to behold, especially when it changes colors in the fall. Just remember, if a ball gets lost in there, it's a ground-rule double! - 3
Oriole Park at Camden Yards' B&O Warehouse
mlb.comThis massive, historic brick warehouse looms over right field at Camden Yards and was incorporated into the ballpark's design. It's the longest brick building east of the Mississippi River and truly sets a classic, urban backdrop for the game. - 4
Oracle Park's McCovey Cove
en.wikipedia.orgBeyond the right-field wall of Oracle Park lies a section of San Francisco Bay known as McCovey Cove, named after legendary Giants first baseman Willie McCovey. Kayakers often gather hoping to catch a 'splash hit' home run. - 5
Great American Ball Park's Power Stacks
mlb.comIn center field at Great American Ball Park, you'll find two steamboat-like smokestacks that shoot off fireworks after every Reds home run and win, and fire when an opponent strikes out. They're also a subtle tribute to Pete Rose's number 14. - 6
Kauffman Stadium's Water Spectacular
cityoffountains.orgKansas City is the 'City of Fountains,' and Kauffman Stadium proudly features the world's largest privately funded fountain display in its outfield. It's truly spectacular with jets and waterfalls, and they put on a show before, after, and between innings. - 7
Coors Field's Purple Row of Seats
kekbfm.comWhile most of the seats at Coors Field are green, keep an eye out for the row of purple seats in the upper deck. This unique feature marks the exact spot that is one mile (5,280 feet) above sea level, a cool nod to Denver's 'Mile High City' nickname. - 8
Chase Field's Swimming Pool
mlb.comYou read that right! Chase Field in Arizona has a swimming pool in right-center field, available as a suite for fans. It was the first ballpark to feature one and is the only U.S. professional baseball facility with a pool today. Talk about beating the heat! - 9
Target Field's Minnie and Paul Sign
dimin.comIn center field at Target Field, a massive sign of 'Minnie' and 'Paul' (representing Minneapolis and St. Paul) shaking hands lights up every time the Minnesota Twins hit a home run. It's an iconic piece of team history brought to life with modern tech.
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