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Which ballpark was opened in 1912 and had a slope leading up to the left field wall?

Fenway Park. The oldest Major League park in 2004 and home to the Red Sox, had been the site of eight World Series, including the 2004, and three All-Star Games. Their first World Series was in 1912 and the Sox were champions. Also, in 1912, the Red Sox, Tris speaker was named the Amercan League MVP. The 'Green Monster' came later.

Which ballpark had its first official night game August 8, 1988?

Wrigley Field. Wrigley Field, home of the Chicago Cubs, was the last Major League park to get lights.

Which ballpark was Bill Buckner playing in when he missed a grounder in the World Series?

Shea Stadium. In the 10th inning of game six with two outs, a runner on third base and the score tied, Mookie Wilson hit a grounder at Buckner who was playing first base for Boston. The ball went between Buckner's legs. The Mets scored and went on to win game six. The N.Y. Mets became the 1986 World Champions when they won the next game.

Which ballpark was the site of the 1978 and 1992 All-Star Games?

Jack Murphy Stadium. The San Diego Padres have played there since 1969. Jack Murphy Qualcomm saw many things over it's lifetime. Tony Gwynn ("Mr. Padre") became a member of the 3,000-hit club and won eight National League batting titles. Jack Murphy/Qualcomm was also the birthplace of the San Diego Chicken.

Which 2004 ballpark sat next to Arrowhead Stadium?

Kauffman Stadium. Originally called Royal's Stadium, this park opened in 1973 and was home to Hall of Famer George Brett.

Which ballpark held its first game April 4, 1997, with the home team beating the Cubs 5-4?

Turner Field. Turner Field, home of the Atlanta Braves, was the Olympic Stadium for the 1996 Summer Games in Atlanta. It took eight months to go from Olympic Stadium to Turner Field.

Which ballpark opened in 1994 to replace Cleveland Stadium?

Jacobs Field. Jacob's Field, home of the Cleveland Indians, sold out its first 455 games and was the site of the 1995 and 1997 World Series (loss to Atlanta and Florida), as well as the 1997 All-Star Game.

Which ballpark had Vice-President Richard Nixon throw out the first pitch when Major League Baseball returned on April 15, 1954?

Memorial Stadium. Memorial Stadium and the Baltimore Orioles were involved in the 1966, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1979, and 1983 World Series, as well as hosting the 1958 All-Star Game.

Which ball parkheld the 1971 All-Star Game that saw Reggie Jackson hit a monstrous home run that hit the lights in right field?

Tiger Stadium. This park, located at the corner of Michigan and Trumball since 1912, saw Ty Cobb steal home in a 6-5 win over Cleveland. It was also the site of the World Series in 1934, 1935, 1940, 1945, 1968, and 1984. The All-Star Game was hosted in 1941, 1951, and 1971.

Which ball park was located at the point where the Allegheny River joins the Monongahela River to form the Ohio River?

Three Rivers Stadium. This park was the home to the Pittsburgh Pirates as well as the Steelers. Three Rivers had two World Series, 1971 and 1979, as well as two All-Star Games in 1974 and 1994. Three Rivers was demolished in 2000 and was replaced by PNC Park. Three Rivers was called a "cookie-cutter" stadium because of the way it looked. It was one of three stadiums that was round, tall and used for both football and baseball. It's shape gave it it's cookie-cutter name. The other two were River Front Stadium in Cincinnati and Veteran's Stadium in Philadelphia. All have been replaced with state of the art ballparks.