Comerica Park
Detroit, MI
Summer 2010
Game Day Atmosphere: Not much happening until you are very close to the ballpark. Once you are close though, there are many local bars/grills/pubs, etc. that are humming with live bands and plenty of excitement.
Stay: This is a tough one...Detroit is not exactly smelling of roses. I would suggest staying in a hotel very close to the stadium.
View: Great view of the downtown beyond the outfield. Also, take a walk around the stadium on the outside. Some very cool architecture around the stadium walls.
Arrive: Take "the people mover" to the game. This elevated rail system makes a small loop in downtown Detroit and has many stops/places to load/unload.
Concessions: Lots of options. They had many different hot dog options along with many roasted nuts. There is a cool courtyard similar to a foodcourt with many choices near the Tiger Carousel that the kids can ride while you eat.
Not advertised: Detroit is very rich in baseball tradition and history. They are one of the oldest teams in the league. In fact, Ty Cobb has his name retired on the Tiger outfield wall with many others, but his name does not include a jersey # since The Georgia Peach played before numbers were worn by players.
Not in the box score: We had the best seats ever for an MLB game. We sat in the On-Deck Circle seats to see one of our son's favorite players, Joe Mauer for the Twins. Seeing a 99 MPH fast ball from Justin Verlander coming right at you and seeing how in-shape these players were up close gave us a new appreciation for the players.
Final Box: Detroit Tigers 7 Minnesota Twins 3
Attendance: 42,549 Time 3:13
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