I mention a few reasons in my postgame thoughts. It gets more hate than it probably deserves. But compared to most ballparks it doesn’t meet the standard of many fans. The White Sox are looking at a new stadium already as you probably know, that tells most of the story unfortunately.
As a life long South side Chicagoian who is not a Sox fan( Las Oaklamento A's baby) . I have enjoyed a ton of games at what I still call the Cell when I was younger I thought it was fine as I get older and pain from aging and just not being in the best health sets in it really isn't convenient for all people. Ramps galore even for 100 level seats I went to Comerica park a couple years ago and that was a great stadium it was just walk in and find your seats. Hell my body was in less pain after seeing Sox at Tigers than any Sox home game and I walked a few blocks there and a few blocks back to and from the hotel. It was supposed to be the future of stadiums in 1990 but by 1993ish it was already outdated when the Arlington and Camden yards changed the way stadiums are built. Hey if you love the stadium great I had great memories and well make more in years to come so it meant a lot being a baseball fan It's just games are a bit difficult now because of my health so I go less. Still appreciate all my memories there.
I can definitely understand the gripes from a visitor’s perspective. As someone that grew up with the ballpark and had never been to Wrigley until recently, I have to say the modern conveniences / food and drink options / unobstructed views of New Comiskey definitely put it a tier above Wrigley for me. I’ve had other out-of-towners agree with me to that end. But all in all, hope you enjoyed Chicago and we welcome you back anytime! (I was at this game too!)
I appreciate the comment! as much as the ratings are vastly different, stadiums are all so similar nowadays you really have to nitpick the small things. so much of what makes wrigley great is the rich history which give alot of its downfalls a "free pass". GRF has its positives for sure but definitely some negatives as well. I had a blast in Chicago and will definitely be back, probably not for baseball but who knows!
I think you have a pretty fair assessment of the venue however I almost always purchase 500 level seats yet have no problem going to the 100 level for food and beverage. Rightfully so I just can’t sit down there but it doesn’t mean I don’t have access to explore Also I watched your Wrigley Field review and I think it was pretty spot on however keep in mind that same red line that takes you steps from the stadium does the same for access to guaranteed rate field
Interesting. This game had really tight security enforcing the rule and I saw several people get turned away. I guess it all depends on the employee you run into. Also, I believe I mentioned the red line in both videos, if not you're correct, very convenient for both ballparks!
@@garrettstadiumtravel I think they do this based on attendance, I went to a dead game this season and the 500 level wasn't even open at all! The next game was also dead, there was no one stopping us from going to the 100 level with our 500 level tickets
The stadium has tremendous food choices and you are eating popcorn? Odd. If you want decent seats you have to pay for them. That's the same in most major league ballparks. I think you weight the 500 level a bit too much. Anyway, nice series you are doing.
Thanks for the feedback! I was very disappointed about the 500 level rule hindering fans from exploring the ballpark and history in the outfield, upper level seats alone are just fine! This was an afternoon game so my friends and I opted for a light snack as opposed to the other heavier food options, will definitely explore more if I make it back!
Some years ago at this ballpark, I had box seat tickets 20 something rows behind home plate. I thought what the hell, a once every 10 years kind of thing.
as long as you're civil and respectful you should be fine, nothing more than a few verbal jabs about the mariners. There are definitely more hostile environments! Hope you enjoy it!
"Jumped outside the stadium" is a reputation given by people who have never been to that ballpark. No, you wont get jumped before, during or after the baseball game. 🙄
I’ve been corrected on the pronunciation of his name multiple time now! This video was recorded back in June, wish I could go back and change it but I can’t unfortunately!
Hmm fascinating I had nonissue accessing the lower level. I went down the exit ramp and walked around to check it out. Now the rude homeless people outsode on the other hand...
I understand it from that standpoint, I guess just making it more clear that you CAN'T access the other parts of the park before you get there would be nice.
Followed, you got my interested with the White Sox. Honestly, the park sucks minus the food. Fundamentals are great if you are a kid or have one of your own.
Sorry but the 500 rule is great. Here is what it helps to stop. A cheap S.O.B buying a $12 dollar ticket and then grabbing a seat in the 100 section. It saves me the hassle of having to tell someone to get out of my seats. Your scoring system is flawed so your video is not a fair assessment.
No need to be sorry! Part of me agrees with you, but part of the problem is how empty the ballpark is on most days. I hate when people take advantage of the open lower section but I don’t think it’s right to completely close off an entire section of a ballpark because of it, stricter ticket and section security should happen first, it should also be advertised when buying tickets. Additionally, I can only go into so much detail about why I score each stadium the way that I do because I don’t want a 2 hour video 😅. But I do have a written review on my website that dives deeper if that is of interest! Appreciate your insight! Cheers
Breaking news…the team just announced that the barriers against moving between stadium levels are being removed for the upcoming season. Your video is now out-of-date!
Never been I assumed a stadium with 500 level seating would have 400 level seating lol but my point is upper deck ppl stealing seats from the 100 level is moot if there's ushers checking tickets at the top of the aisles.
sjit dude pronouce bill veeck name correctly. not Veeek Veck. lose all credibility. probably shouldn't have given you a thumbs-up. but feeling charitable.
As a White Sox fan, why does everyone hate on our stadium? I like it a lot! The only things I think are bad about it is the location and the name
I mention a few reasons in my postgame thoughts. It gets more hate than it probably deserves. But compared to most ballparks it doesn’t meet the standard of many fans. The White Sox are looking at a new stadium already as you probably know, that tells most of the story unfortunately.
As a life long South side Chicagoian who is not a Sox fan( Las Oaklamento A's baby) . I have enjoyed a ton of games at what I still call the Cell when I was younger I thought it was fine as I get older and pain from aging and just not being in the best health sets in it really isn't convenient for all people. Ramps galore even for 100 level seats I went to Comerica park a couple years ago and that was a great stadium it was just walk in and find your seats. Hell my body was in less pain after seeing Sox at Tigers than any Sox home game and I walked a few blocks there and a few blocks back to and from the hotel. It was supposed to be the future of stadiums in 1990 but by 1993ish it was already outdated when the Arlington and Camden yards changed the way stadiums are built. Hey if you love the stadium great I had great memories and well make more in years to come so it meant a lot being a baseball fan It's just games are a bit difficult now because of my health so I go less. Still appreciate all my memories there.
I can definitely understand the gripes from a visitor’s perspective. As someone that grew up with the ballpark and had never been to Wrigley until recently, I have to say the modern conveniences / food and drink options / unobstructed views of New Comiskey definitely put it a tier above Wrigley for me. I’ve had other out-of-towners agree with me to that end. But all in all, hope you enjoyed Chicago and we welcome you back anytime! (I was at this game too!)
I appreciate the comment! as much as the ratings are vastly different, stadiums are all so similar nowadays you really have to nitpick the small things. so much of what makes wrigley great is the rich history which give alot of its downfalls a "free pass". GRF has its positives for sure but definitely some negatives as well. I had a blast in Chicago and will definitely be back, probably not for baseball but who knows!
I think you have a pretty fair assessment of the venue however I almost always purchase 500 level seats yet have no problem going to the 100 level for food and beverage. Rightfully so I just can’t sit down there but it doesn’t mean I don’t have access to explore
Also I watched your Wrigley Field review and I think it was pretty spot on however keep in mind that same red line that takes you steps from the stadium does the same for access to guaranteed rate field
Interesting. This game had really tight security enforcing the rule and I saw several people get turned away. I guess it all depends on the employee you run into. Also, I believe I mentioned the red line in both videos, if not you're correct, very convenient for both ballparks!
@@garrettstadiumtravel Yea. Even then you can just ask to go walk around and shop food and gear. They. will let you.
@@garrettstadiumtravel I think they do this based on attendance, I went to a dead game this season and the 500 level wasn't even open at all! The next game was also dead, there was no one stopping us from going to the 100 level with our 500 level tickets
As a white Sox fan love the stadium what’s all the hate for
The stadium has tremendous food choices and you are eating popcorn? Odd. If you want decent seats you have to pay for them. That's the same in most major league ballparks. I think you weight the 500 level a bit too much. Anyway, nice series you are doing.
Thanks for the feedback! I was very disappointed about the 500 level rule hindering fans from exploring the ballpark and history in the outfield, upper level seats alone are just fine! This was an afternoon game so my friends and I opted for a light snack as opposed to the other heavier food options, will definitely explore more if I make it back!
Some years ago at this ballpark, I had box seat tickets 20 something rows behind home plate. I thought what the hell, a once every 10 years kind of thing.
I like it. Go there all the time
There seems to be mixed reviews! Definitely has some pros and cons!
Heading to a game there in 2 weeks, I’m a mariners fan and the Ms are in town am I gonna get jumped outside the stadium ? 😂
as long as you're civil and respectful you should be fine, nothing more than a few verbal jabs about the mariners. There are definitely more hostile environments! Hope you enjoy it!
"Jumped outside the stadium" is a reputation given by people who have never been to that ballpark. No, you wont get jumped before, during or after the baseball game. 🙄
Bill Veek???
I’ve been corrected on the pronunciation of his name multiple time now! This video was recorded back in June, wish I could go back and change it but I can’t unfortunately!
@@garrettstadiumtravel No worries dude! It's all good. Just hazing you! 😀
@@garrettstadiumtravel By the way, good video!! Nice job!!
Hmm fascinating I had nonissue accessing the lower level. I went down the exit ramp and walked around to check it out. Now the rude homeless people outsode on the other hand...
Do you take the redline there the 95th train 🚂!?
Absolutely! Super convenient from downtown chicago!
I thought enjoyed it when I went. Didn’t see anything bad about it imo
There are some redeeming qualities for sure! overall just a basic stadium in a bad area is enough for the bad review for most people
I love the 500 level rule. It is fair for all the fans, you have what you paid for. Great!
I understand it from that standpoint, I guess just making it more clear that you CAN'T access the other parts of the park before you get there would be nice.
Have u been to a Colorado Rockies game yet bro Coors field is lit just sucks our team is trash 🗑️
I went to Coors in 2018, and I had plans to go this season, but it just didn't come to fruition. I'll definitely be back hopefully soon!
Bill Veeek??
It's pronounced "Vek" for chrissakes.
Yep, "Veck as in Wreck". He was responsible for a lot of fun things brought into baseball though, for sure.
Followed, you got my interested with the White Sox. Honestly, the park sucks minus the food. Fundamentals are great if you are a kid or have one of your own.
There are some redeeming qualities for sure! but unfortunately the negatives far outweigh the positives.
Yes guaranteed rate field does suck!
No.
When I saw who was pitching for the Sox, I knew you were in for a White Sox L
Fr he got demoted to the bulpen after being trash as a starter
fair enough
Yes it does because the sox play there! Go Cubs!
Sorry but the 500 rule is great. Here is what it helps to stop. A cheap S.O.B buying a $12 dollar ticket and then grabbing a seat in the 100 section. It saves me the hassle of having to tell someone to get out of my seats.
Your scoring system is flawed so your video is not a fair assessment.
No need to be sorry! Part of me agrees with you, but part of the problem is how empty the ballpark is on most days. I hate when people take advantage of the open lower section but I don’t think it’s right to completely close off an entire section of a ballpark because of it, stricter ticket and section security should happen first, it should also be advertised when buying tickets. Additionally, I can only go into so much detail about why I score each stadium the way that I do because I don’t want a 2 hour video 😅. But I do have a written review on my website that dives deeper if that is of interest! Appreciate your insight! Cheers
No that just means someone from 400 level will steal your seat lol. But seriously if the ushers checking tickets then that won't happen anyway.
@@vb2324 Were the hell is the 400 level at on the roof?
Breaking news…the team just announced that the barriers against moving between stadium levels are being removed for the upcoming season. Your video is now out-of-date!
Never been I assumed a stadium with 500 level seating would have 400 level seating lol but my point is upper deck ppl stealing seats from the 100 level is moot if there's ushers checking tickets at the top of the aisles.
sjit dude pronouce bill veeck name correctly. not Veeek Veck. lose all credibility. probably shouldn't have given you a thumbs-up. but feeling charitable.