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| - PNC Park is one of the BEST baseball stadiums in all of MLB. I've been blessed to have this park available at my fingertips, since I work in Pittsburgh. But, no offense Burghers, I am also blessed to NOT be from Pittsburgh originally so I don't have to be a Bucs fan.
Don't get me wrong. I have no problems rooting for the Pirates when I am at games (except when I went to the Bucs vs. Yanks game this year). I would just be so frustrated being a local fan. The past two years, I have had the pleasure of watching some of the staples of the Pirates ballclub - Nady and Bay, namely - play their hearts out even though they are always bound to losing seasons. (What are they at now? 16 consecutive losing seasons?!) Why, why, WHY would they get rid of such talented and passionate players?!! I know, I know, it's a matter of the business. Both players would be free agents in a year or so. But still, the Pirates organization has NO gratefulness to its fans! For those fan who go to games no matter the results of the games, the fans that continue to PAY money to support their team, my heart goes out to you.
At least you all have a beautiful ballpark. After all, this is not the place for the pity party. This is the place to praise what you do have, not what you don't.
So, my justification for the 5 stars:
1. One of the BEST views from ANY park - downtown pittsburgh is just darn beautiful especially during those night games.
2. Great food - Prim Bros: a local favorite and one to try for all tourists, Quaker Steak & Lube: delicious wings in a big bucket, and all your ballpark favorites.
3. A great view from all seats - there really isn't a bad seat in the house. except maybe the seats at the angles where your legs jam into your neighbors. Not an issue for me, i'm short.
4. Really nice club boxes - I've been once and the seats are comfy, the room is nice, the food is decent, and the beer is great.
5. All you can eat seats for $35 - All the hot dogs, hamburgers, nachos, salads, popcorn, peanuts, ice cream and soda you can eat while you attempt to fit into the seats in section 147 for any game.
So there it is. I love this place. Although losing the young stars is not much incentive to go. I think I'm boycotting for the rest of 2008, but I'll be around when the boys come back next year.
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