PNC Park, 2013

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This was the first of three games on our road trip, which also included a stop at the Hall of Fame. 

We weren't sure what kind of weather to expect being in the northeast in the middle of April. Well

this day ended up being beautiful. With the exception of some clouds, it was around 83 degrees 

and great baseball weather. 

Roberto Clemente

We parked in the downtown area across the river and went to Primanti Brothers for a sandwich before

the game. Also had to try the local beer, Iron City, which was pretty good. Plus walking over the

Clemente bridge before the game is part of the experience. 

Willie Stargell

Here are the statues at PNC Park. There are some more inside the park that are from the Negro team league. They are really cool too. These here are of the Pirates greats. 

Honus Wagner

Bill Mazeroski

This park has an absolutely beautiful skyline and backdrop. The city would be enough, but the bridges just add more to the view. Still being early season they are still cutting the grass fancy. some parks go away from this as the season moves on. 

The scoreboard here is pretty basic, but nice. I think what makes it pop is the light towers. They are sweet. 

They definitely add to the character of this park. 

There doesn't seem to be a bad seat in this place. Some real nice stadiums still have quirky blind spots, and as we walked around we didn't seem to see any.

I did really like the scoreboard in right field. It has a little of an old school look to it. I would love to sit in those seats between the bleachers and the scores. 

Now on to the game. Well it just happened to workout that the Braves were in town during this game. Figures I live near Turner and I have to watch these guys on the road. I guess its all timing. Anyway, I was a Pirate fan that night. The Braves ended up winning 6-4. There were 6 home runs hit in the game. 

I was glad to hear that the Bucs took the next 3 of the 4 game set. 

A picture of A Simmons being tagged out during a steal attempt.