David Kaiser, Florence, KY -- Apr 21, 2007 17:08 PM
10 visit(s). My rating: 7
The first impression of Crosley Field was the beautifully lush green grass. The park was so small and intimate that you felt as though you were almost a participant rather than a mere spectator. The players locker room was located outside the left field stands and players from both teams had to walk a gauntlet past the fans seated behind third base to get to their respective dugouts. This could be a problem when the Reds 'blew one' the previous day. Sandy Koufax was asked why he liked to pitch at Crosley, and he said 'the short distances forced the outfielders to play in closer, catching a lot of bloopers that fall in at bigger parks'. Crosly Field was a great experience for watching a ballgame.