Baseball is well underway as fans flock to stadiums across the country. The best stadiums in the National League come with many things. Whether it’s their uniqueness or attractions around the area for fans, each stadium has something special altogether. There are many poster templates for free should you be looking to create your own “bucket list” of parks to visit. So, let’s look at which ballparks stand out the most in baseball’s oldest league.
Best Stadiums In the National League
Chase Field
Chase Field was the first stadium to have a retractable roof with a natural grass field. The stadium is over 20 years old and has not aged well. It’s massive and can be seen from miles away. But it’s quite a cool place, and at least the windows look nice.
Truist Park
One of MLB’s newest ballparks, Truist Field, has proven to be the main attraction for fans. The fan plaza is the main sight but doesn’t offer much in originality.
Nationals Park
Nationals Park feels like a lesser version of Citizens Bank Park. Nothing stands out. However, the skyline surrounding the ballpark is slowly building up. Once it’s complete, the skyline over left field will be beautiful to witness in person.
Great American Ball Park
The location along the Ohio River is a great sight. The tributes to the team’s franchise and history are all over the stadium. The unfortunate thing is the water is too far for the batter to hit out of the park. Meanwhile, downtown Cincinnati is directly behind home plate.
Marlins Park
Miami was once the home to the fish tank behind home plate and the fish structure in the outfield. Now, both no longer exist at the stadium. All that’s left is a ballpark hoping to see an increase in attendance.
Citizens Bank Park
The two-tier bullpen is unique. It’s something different compared to the other ballparks across the league. Other than that, there isn’t much else to say. It’s also quite a distance away from Philadelphia’s downtown core.
American Family Field
Bernie Brewer’s slide has become a favorite fan attraction. The windows that allow natural light onto the field are a nice touch. But, from the inside, the retractable roof is ugly when it’s closed. American Family Field is still far from perfect.
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Busch Stadium
Busch Stadium is in an excellent downtown location. The St. Louis Cardinals made improvements to their home over the years, including more social spaces and entertainment features. Cardinals fans are most passionate about the sport. The stadium caters to that and everything else around the area.
Coors Field
Coors Field is a true retro ballpark. Aside from the gorgeous baseball sky, it gets right in with the old buildings of downtown Denver. They tore down the third deck in the right field by converting it into a party zone.
Citi Field
Citi Field is the much-needed upgrade over the aging Shea Stadium. The stadium in Queens has a retro-style layout with a modern side. There are great views all over the place, and with the Tom Seaver statue erected, it’s even better.
Petco Park
San Diego did an incredible job designing and building Petco Park. The Western Metal Supply co. is the left-field foul pole. The Gaslamp District has been renovated, becoming a popular area in the downtown core.
Oracle Park
Fans cannot beat the backdrop of Oracle Park. The San Francisco Bay is close enough for hitters to hit home runs out of the park. It gives fans a chance to grab their kayaks and a home run ball. The outfield makes it a little too pitcher-friendly, but nobody can’t have a bad time at this place.
Dodger Stadium
The iconic view of Chavez Ravine is an amazing backdrop. This stadium comes with a good idea and a rich history. The seat colors represent the sun, sea, and sky of Southern California. Dodger Stadium is a ballpark that will forever stand the test of time.
Wrigley Field
Stepping into Wrigley Field is a blast from the past. The ivy in the outfield and the manual scoreboard are significant to the ballpark. The downside, however, is sitting under the overhang or directly behind a pole. There is simply nothing better than a ball game in North Chicago on a sunny afternoon.
PNC Park
PNC Park is close to the best stadium in baseball. It has everything the average baseball fan will fall in love with. The view of downtown Pittsburgh beyond the Allegheny River and the Roberto Clemente Bridge is picture-worthy. It’s the only ballpark that’s built with fewer than three decks.
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