A retail-residential project called The Corner went around it. Ground broke in 2016, and The Corner Ballpark opened in '18. The playing field was renamed the Willie Horton Field of Dreams in honor of the Tigers' great and hometown hero.11 Feb 2021
When was Tiger Stadium torn down?
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Who hit balls out of Tiger Stadium?
One of Cecil Fielder's most memorable moments was when he absolutely obliterated a home run at Tiger Stadium against the Oakland Athletics.12 Jun 2021
What happened to the old Tiger Stadium?
Final out at Tiger Stadium. Tiger Stadium bid farewell to its home team in 1999 after 88 seasons. Thus, while the Tigers went down the street to Comerica Park, their old home sat largely vacant for a decade. There were occasional events at Tiger Stadium, like a summer college league game in 2001.11 Feb 2021
What stadiums have the Tigers played in?
- Bennett Park. The park featured an "L" shaped wooden grandstand with a peaked wooden roof.
- Navin Field. After three heartbreaking World Series losses, two in a row to Chicago in 1907-08 and to the Pirates in 1909, owner Frank Navin knew it was time for a change.
- Briggs Stadium.
- Tiger Stadium.
Why did they demolish Tiger Stadium?
The ballpark was expanded several times over the next decade but was primarily built of wood and began to deteriorate. This led to the entire ballpark being demolished after the 1911 season.
When was the new Tiger Stadium built?
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Is the Ferris wheel open at Comerica Park?
Located on the third base side of the Park in the Brushfire Grill, this 50-foot Ferris wheel features cars shaped like baseballs that can seat up to five passengers and is wheelchair accessible. This attraction is closed at this time.