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Game 14 | Pirates, 3 — Indians, 9 | July 14
Ballpark Summary
Built in 1994, Jacobs Field has totally revived Indians baseball
in Cleveland. One visit to the ballpark, and it’s easy to see why.
This ballpark excels at both ends of the spectrum. The luxury box
section is huge — three tiered and wrapped around most of the main
concourse. Additionally, the posh dining boxes are lofted above
the 3rd baseline, shielded by panes of glass. The LF and CF seats
are real bleachers, and got the commonfolk and the MLB Trip 2000
Team close to the outfield action. They were a bit pricy at $16.
Ballpark Perks
Pouring rain and lightning delayed the game for 1.5 hours, so we
had plenty of time to tour the ballpark. The broad walkways circling
the field are big enough for two aisles of concessions. A plaza
with patio seating afforded us a place to wait out the delay. Jacobs
Field is a downtown stadium without typical downtown problems. Highrise
parking structures provide abundant parking, the streets are well
lit, and lined with reputable restaurants and businesses.
Ballpark Downers
The flagrant attention given to the high-rollers in the luxury sections
was irksome. But aesthetically, the boxes were okay.
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