Good video. Former home of the Staten Island Yankees (now Ferry Hawks of the Atlantic League) has a beautiful view of downtown Manhattan. One of the greatest views in the minors
Thank you! I just googled the ballpark thanks to your recommendation, and that is glorious. The water, skyline and modern touch of the field itself makes this place look like a MUST visit. 🔥
I agree. I was there a few weeks ago to see a Ferry Hawk game. It has a great view of New York Harbor. Getting to the game was great by taking the ferry from Manhattan. Also The Brooklyn Cyclones single A team of The New York Mets. The park has a great view of the ocean and the rides in the amusement parks. Plus the added bonus of getting some hot dogs from Nathan's either before or after the game.
I've been to Louisville Slugger Field. Very nice. I stayed at the Peabody Hotel in Memphis, right across the street from AutoZone. Unfortunately, the season had ended two weeks before. But the front gate was open and I walked in. I came across an employee and asked if I could look around. He said sure. Beautiful place. The only drawback was no game. :( I'm going next to Fifth Third Park in Toledo. Even though I live in an MLB city, the team's AAA minor league team has been located in the same metro area since 2021. I've found I've been going to more minor league games than major league ones since then.
That is an AWESOME story. I’d love to do ballpark tours without games going on too, tbh. I feel like you can take in the architecture a lot more. However, it’s certainly more lively during a game! Thanks for sharing!
Three worth seeing are Toyota Field in Madison, Alabama, Woodman Park, Davenport, Iowa and Northwestern Medicine Field in Gevena, Illinois are great places to see a game
The picnic table seating in left at Toyota Field looks like the perfect spot, and Woodmen Park’s Ferris wheel backdrop screams minor league baseball! Thanks for the recommendations! ⚾️
You picked right for #1 with slugger. What a park! I will add the Park for the Tennessee Smokies at Sieverville, TN. Mountains around, Gatlinburg a few minutes away and the Cubs AA team - what can there be more to love! (oh - a HUGE Buc-ees right next door!)
Louisville is a magical land for baseball. I’m hoping to get out to the Smokies’ ballpark too! That Cubs’ pipeline has been among the best in the league for a couple of years for now. You can never go wrong with Buc-ees! Thanks for the comment!
Love it!! My friend interned for the Syracuse Mets for a bit and got to go to a Bisons game. He had nothing but rave reviews for that facility! How was your experience at McCormick??
It's interesting that the first park you show is Woodmen Field in Davenport, but it's not in the top 10. It should be. I'd also consider Principal Park in Des Moines. My absolute favorite though is Parkview Field.
Woodmen deserved some type of recognition, but I couldn’t quite let it in the top 10! It’s still a spectacular field, along with Principal Park! I’m good friends with their announcer, and their stacked pipeline has made those games a very enjoyable watch!
I would vouch for Regions Field (Birmingham Barons), Riverwalk Stadium (Montgomery Biscuits), and Blue Wahoos Stadium (Pensacola Blue Wahoos). Three of the best stadiums in all of the minor leagues.
Love it, Tyler! What’s your favorite out of those three if you had to pick? We did a video involving the Blue Wahoos a couple of weeks back where a player’s cousin fished his home run ball out of Pensacola Bay!
@MinorLeagueMinute That is really tough. When it comes to architecture, I would pick Regions Field. The outside of the park is stunning and is located in a revived part of downtown Birmingham. For vibes, I would pick Blue Wahoos Stadium. The beach elements are nice and their food selections are incredible. Lots of seafood on the menu.
Yessir! I live just an hour from Beloit. That stadium is a breath of fresh air for the area. Clinton, Iowa had a Marlins affiliate before that, but the renovation of Beloit is phenomenal
I go back and forth between Charlotte and Columbus as the best in AAA. A few others (Toledo, Indianapolis, Durham, Louisville) are strong, but the top-2 is clear for me. Aside from being big, Buffalo is largely underwhelming. If you're in that area, I'd head toward Erie before going to a game at Sahlen Field.
@@davelb87 I appreciate the insight a ton, Dave! My good friend has been to a handful of Clippers games, and he said it has never disappointed. I’ll do some research on Erie as well! Who’s your team?
@@MinorLeagueMinute Cleveland. Great spot to base out of. 8 major league parks in a 6-hour drive. Most of the Eastern League is drivable in one direction, most of the Midwest League in the other.
@@davelb87 That is PHENOMENAL. I’m a few hours within a couple of minor league parks and 2 major league ballparks, and I thought I was lucky. It sounds like you’re in a real hot spot!
@@MinorLeagueMinute when the stadium was renamed in 1990 (it used to be City Island Ballpark) a statue of Robinson was unveiled. Then-National League Commissioner Bill White was there as was Don Newcombe and the graceful and amazing Rachel Robinson. I remember because I interviewed them all. They also played an old-timers game and the late Harry Burney sang the third stanza of the "Star-Spangled Banner."
@@JosePerez-vz1qq This is PHENOMENAL stuff! I can imagine that was one riveting interview. Thank you so much for the insight! Who were you working for at the time?
Those are both awesome ballparks! Each of these ticked off a different unique element in their own right, but those are both must visits! Not to mention the juggernaut Orioles system and spectacle that is Paul Skenes highlighting those teams’ journeys this year.
I’d argue they get more creative freedom! You don’t see Ferris wheels, nearby water towers, more creative promotions AND a better bang for your buck in many other places. You can see the future of today’s games from front row seats for $20. Plus, some of these ballparks have subtle nods to their major league affiliates (ex: mini green monster & mini brewer slide).
CHS Field is spectacular! Its close proximity to Target Field presents a real unique opportunity too. If a top prospect graduates, you can follow them to the majors without a crazy drive!
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Good video. Former home of the Staten Island Yankees (now Ferry Hawks of the Atlantic League) has a beautiful view of downtown Manhattan. One of the greatest views in the minors
Thank you! I just googled the ballpark thanks to your recommendation, and that is glorious. The water, skyline and modern touch of the field itself makes this place look like a MUST visit. 🔥
I agree. I was there a few weeks ago to see a Ferry Hawk game. It has a great view of New York Harbor. Getting to the game was great by taking the ferry from Manhattan. Also The Brooklyn Cyclones single A team of The New York Mets. The park has a great view of the ocean and the rides in the amusement parks. Plus the added bonus of getting some hot dogs from Nathan's either before or after the game.
@@mhbbej1 baseball, ocean views + Nathan’s Hot Dogs? Not sure it’s possible to spend a day any better than that 🤝
I've been to Louisville Slugger Field. Very nice. I stayed at the Peabody Hotel in Memphis, right across the street from AutoZone. Unfortunately, the season had ended two weeks before. But the front gate was open and I walked in. I came across an employee and asked if I could look around. He said sure. Beautiful place. The only drawback was no game. :( I'm going next to Fifth Third Park in Toledo. Even though I live in an MLB city, the team's AAA minor league team has been located in the same metro area since 2021. I've found I've been going to more minor league games than major league ones since then.
That is an AWESOME story. I’d love to do ballpark tours without games going on too, tbh. I feel like you can take in the architecture a lot more. However, it’s certainly more lively during a game! Thanks for sharing!
Three worth seeing are Toyota Field in Madison, Alabama, Woodman Park, Davenport, Iowa and Northwestern Medicine Field in Gevena, Illinois are great places to see a game
The picnic table seating in left at Toyota Field looks like the perfect spot, and Woodmen Park’s Ferris wheel backdrop screams minor league baseball! Thanks for the recommendations! ⚾️
You picked right for #1 with slugger. What a park! I will add the Park for the Tennessee Smokies at Sieverville, TN. Mountains around, Gatlinburg a few minutes away and the Cubs AA team - what can there be more to love! (oh - a HUGE Buc-ees right next door!)
Louisville is a magical land for baseball. I’m hoping to get out to the Smokies’ ballpark too! That Cubs’ pipeline has been among the best in the league for a couple of years for now. You can never go wrong with Buc-ees! Thanks for the comment!
I have visited Sahlen Field. (The Buffalo Bisons are my favorite Minor League Baseball team!)
I have also visited McCormick Field, in Ashville, NC.
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Love it!! My friend interned for the Syracuse Mets for a bit and got to go to a Bisons game. He had nothing but rave reviews for that facility!
How was your experience at McCormick??
Parkview Field is fantastic. Glad to see it on your list. Missing Victory in Indy seems strange though.
I’ve heard a lot about victory field in the feedback, so it’ll likely be in a future video! LOVE Parkview Field!
It's interesting that the first park you show is Woodmen Field in Davenport, but it's not in the top 10. It should be. I'd also consider Principal Park in Des Moines. My absolute favorite though is Parkview Field.
Woodmen deserved some type of recognition, but I couldn’t quite let it in the top 10! It’s still a spectacular field, along with Principal Park! I’m good friends with their announcer, and their stacked pipeline has made those games a very enjoyable watch!
The Lake Elsinore Storm, Albuquerque Isotopes, and Nashville Sounds also have cool ballparks 💯💯💯💯
First Horizon Ballpark is a must see! Thanks so much for all of the suggestions!
Any list like this without Victory Field is incomplete.
That's definitely one of the greats!
I would vouch for Regions Field (Birmingham Barons), Riverwalk Stadium (Montgomery Biscuits), and Blue Wahoos Stadium (Pensacola Blue Wahoos). Three of the best stadiums in all of the minor leagues.
Love it, Tyler! What’s your favorite out of those three if you had to pick? We did a video involving the Blue Wahoos a couple of weeks back where a player’s cousin fished his home run ball out of Pensacola Bay!
@MinorLeagueMinute That is really tough. When it comes to architecture, I would pick Regions Field. The outside of the park is stunning and is located in a revived part of downtown Birmingham. For vibes, I would pick Blue Wahoos Stadium. The beach elements are nice and their food selections are incredible. Lots of seafood on the menu.
I live in Durham and the bulls stadium fits in with the city really well. A lot better than new buildings going up
Love it! Where’s the best seat in the house from your perspective?
@@MinorLeagueMinute best seat is at the bar that overlooks the stadium so you don’t have to pay for a ticket
@@jkleem4234 LOVE that insight. I’ll keep that noted for my next visit! 🔥
You really need to check out Smith's ballpark in Salt Lake City. The best view in baseball!
Where’s the best seat in the house?! I plan to make many trips, and now I’ll add Smith’s ballpark to the list. Thanks Brian!
Beloit Sky carps and Quad cities River Bandits mentioned! such great stadiums.
i know the QC was only in the beginning but still great
Yessir! I live just an hour from Beloit. That stadium is a breath of fresh air for the area. Clinton, Iowa had a Marlins affiliate before that, but the renovation of Beloit is phenomenal
I really liked Dow Diamond in Midland, MI.
Love the Loons! That treeline in center is 🔥
Avista stadium in Spokane is a good park.
Great recommendation! Where’s the best seat in the house at Avista?
How about railways stadium in gary.ind
I go back and forth between Charlotte and Columbus as the best in AAA. A few others (Toledo, Indianapolis, Durham, Louisville) are strong, but the top-2 is clear for me.
Aside from being big, Buffalo is largely underwhelming. If you're in that area, I'd head toward Erie before going to a game at Sahlen Field.
@@davelb87 I appreciate the insight a ton, Dave! My good friend has been to a handful of Clippers games, and he said it has never disappointed.
I’ll do some research on Erie as well! Who’s your team?
@@MinorLeagueMinute Cleveland. Great spot to base out of. 8 major league parks in a 6-hour drive. Most of the Eastern League is drivable in one direction, most of the Midwest League in the other.
@@davelb87 That is PHENOMENAL. I’m a few hours within a couple of minor league parks and 2 major league ballparks, and I thought I was lucky. It sounds like you’re in a real hot spot!
Not seeing first horizon park (Nashville AAA) on here is a little surprising. It’s usually rated as one of the best.
Plenty of phenomenal parks to choose from! I’ll have more videos like this one on the way 🤞🏼
That first picture of Durham Bulls Athletic Park is not that. It’s actually the old Durham Bulls Stadium.
Thank you for the context! I was looking for b-roll with the city’s backdrop and that must’ve slipped through the cracks.
Jackie Robinson Ballpark in Daytona Beach.
Oldest ballpark in the minors! ⚾️
@@MinorLeagueMinute when the stadium was renamed in 1990 (it used to be City Island Ballpark) a statue of Robinson was unveiled. Then-National League Commissioner Bill White was there as was Don Newcombe and the graceful and amazing Rachel Robinson. I remember because I interviewed them all. They also played an old-timers game and the late Harry Burney sang the third stanza of the "Star-Spangled Banner."
@@JosePerez-vz1qq This is PHENOMENAL stuff! I can imagine that was one riveting interview. Thank you so much for the insight! Who were you working for at the time?
St. Paul?
how is Harbor Park (Norfolk Tides) and Victory Field (Indianapolis Indians) not on this list?
Those are both awesome ballparks! Each of these ticked off a different unique element in their own right, but those are both must visits! Not to mention the juggernaut Orioles system and spectacle that is Paul Skenes highlighting those teams’ journeys this year.
I've always wanted to watch a game at Victory Field.
@@blucy10 I was playing their in MLB the show just yesterday, and it gave me the itch to look up flights/tickets 🔥
Cheney not being #1, or even on the list at all, makes this a bad list.
Typical Pathetic Northwest arrogance. No park in Tacoma- or anywhere in Wa-SHIT-ton- should be on any best of list.
More variations of this list to come! I appreciate you watching 🙏🏼
Minor league stadiums are boring. They generally all look the same and are very small. Not much to look at
I’d argue they get more creative freedom! You don’t see Ferris wheels, nearby water towers, more creative promotions AND a better bang for your buck in many other places.
You can see the future of today’s games from front row seats for $20. Plus, some of these ballparks have subtle nods to their major league affiliates (ex: mini green monster & mini brewer slide).
@@MinorLeagueMinute i get all that but the actual stadium looks dull. They usually all have no outfield seating so it looks like a local park game
@@brandonneumann5294 It's definitely more for the crowd looking for a more close-up setting. I hear you though!
Huge miss.
Chs field not on list.
CHS Field is spectacular! Its close proximity to Target Field presents a real unique opportunity too. If a top prospect graduates, you can follow them to the majors without a crazy drive!