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 Submitted By: Robert Onderko
Grade: C
Pros of the ballpark:
I
give this stadium a major upgrade over Shea. Which, no offense to
Mets fans, was an utter dump. The new park has a lot to offer, such
as the over-priced, but must-see Shake Shack among other great food
places once you cross the Shea Bridge, which is also a very nice
feature. I have sat in three different places at Citi. The Upper
Deck twice, and the Field level once, and not once did I have a
problem with the view of the game.
Cons of the ballpark:
The
atmosphere is decent, but there is no real buzz like you like to
hear at your New York baseball games, a place where this sport is
King. There is nothing really around the stadium on the outside
where you can get a burger or grab a beer before the game.
Additional Comments: This
field is modeled after Ebbetts Field, which is beautiful, but the
Franchise resides in Los Angeles. There is no sense of history for a
team that has been around for over 40 years and won two
championships with some superstars that have played for the club. I
was not impressed overall, nor was I disappointed. This place is
pretty average.
Submitted By: Chris Grade: B
Pros of the ballpark:
As a Mets
fan I'm a bit biased, but Citi Field is a gorgeous baseball stadium.
Looking at it objectively it's a huge upgrade from Shea. I personally
like the fact that it's not an easy park to hit a home run in, I enjoy
that feel. The museum was beautiful and parts of it almost brought me to
tears, it's an excellent ode to Mets fans. I also love the idea of the
fan walk where Mets nation can write a message of their love for the
Mets. I also love the availability of the old shea apple for Mets fans
to touch and take pictures with. Definitely not something the Yankees
would do. I'm also happy that the Mets have decided to make the walls
blue. Avoiding a con I was going to write.
Cons of the ballpark:
Although
Citi Field is beautiful, it's getting a new pair of shoes, that looks
great, but just doesn't feel right yet. The Mets haven't really made it
home. Myself and every Mets fan know that Shea was a dump, but it was
our dump. It was truly home. The Mets need to establish a home there.
Also because Citi is more open it doesn't hold noise as well. Shea was
notoriously loud.
Additional Comments: WE MISS
YOU JOSE. Thanks to my beautiful girlfriend for getting me front row
seats on the day he comes back.
Submitted By: Ronald Theriot Grade: A
Pros of the ballpark: It
is certainly an outstanding new ballpark. The concessions are
probably the best in baseball, especially the wonderful hot dog
condiments, that shame other stadiums. The sight lines were fine, I
thought. Also, I was able to walk all around at the park without any
bother. This is truly a significant improvement over Shea Stadium
(which was fine in its hey-day).
Cons of the ballpark: The
only problem is the location. Unless one is looking for auto salvage
parts, there is nothing to do here.
Additional Comments: I was
able to park for free at a distance not too far away (day game).
Submitted By: John Grade: B
Pros of the ballpark: Nice
Ballpark..way bigger upgrade than Shea..
Cons of the ballpark:
Nothing to go with the apple when a Met hits a homer or win the
ballpark..i personally feel adding fireworks, water pumps, or a siren of
some sort would be nice to see during day games as well as night games..
Additional Comments: Nice
stadium...i always go but the apple just to plain for me and ive been a
mets fan since i was in diapers..I hope the mets organization consider
this
Submitted By: Jeremy Grade: C
Pros of the ballpark: If
you like the nostalgic look, Citi Field doesn't fail to deliver. It
is definitely awe inspiring walking up to the main gates in the
rotunda. Concourses were nice and wide and it is easy to move around
in.
Cons of the ballpark: The
sightlines are horrid if you are in the upper deck. My buddy and I
sat in right field in section 502 and our view of the right field
corner was completely blocked by section 501. If there is a ball hit
into the corner, you have to wait for the replay to see what
happened because you can't see it live. If you like to walk around
the parks and stand for a few pitches, Citi Field is pretty hard to
do that at. The upper decks hang very low and unless you kneel down,
your view of the field is also obstructed.
Additional Comments: My buddy
and I flew up to NYC from Ohio to catch a game and we were both
really excited about seeing the new park. Citi Field is definitely a
beautiful ballpark, but it really falls short on sightlines. There
are very many obstructed views. They could have done a much better
job designing it. It almost feels like they threw it together and
said whatever happens, happens. Unfortunately visual appeal doesn't
make up for what it lacks in terms of viewing friendliness.
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