Lowell

Field:

Surface: Natural Grass
Capacity: 4,767
Dimensions: LF- 337 ft. CF- 400 ft. RF- 301 ft.
Stadium Opened: 1998

Food:

Long concession lines - get your food before the game starts
prices were pretty reasonable
Chik-Fil-A sandwiches, burgers, hot dogs ($1.50)

Parking:

Parking was $5....a little high
parking lots and garage near park

Seating/Stadium Design:

Kids Play Area
Narrow concourse area for a park that almost always sells out
Green fold-down seats and bleachers with backs

Atmosphere/Character:

I was not a big fan of the atmosphere at LeLacheur Park. Between almost every pitch, a movie clip was played on the video board that in most cases had nothing to do with baseball. I just felt like I was at an amusement park rather than a ballgame.

Once the game began, I didn't see much of the mascot. He was out on the field prior to the game, but after that, he made minimal appearances.

Mascot- "Canaligator"

I did like that the park was located in an area of the city that had character. A unique bridge can be seen over the right field wall as well as old mills, which are now apartment buildings.

Recognition of Team's History and/or MLB Affiliate:

Retired numbers on the right field wall
Boston Red Sox Banners on the exterior of the park
Championship Pennants on the front of the park
Similar traditions to Fenway Park ("Playing of Sweet Caroline")

Origin of Team's Name:

The Spinners' team name comes from the fact that Lowell was a thriving mill town in the 1700's.

Overall Rating:

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