Of the 4 new stadiums, Harbor Yard was perhaps the most visually intersting. Running
away from the typically tranquil country or busy city landscapes of ballparks
past, Harbor Yard dared to go industrial. Built at the base of a power plant,
commuter trains zip by right above home run territory and are actually quite
a good target for power hitters. The blue collar view is completely impressive
and the gamble paid off well. New ballparks being built today are now utilizing
industrial views because of Harbor Yards innovative thinking. For example, Gary
Indiana has recently built a new ballpark for the Northern League, at the base
of its steel factories. |