I know the renovations at U.S. Cellular Field are probably done, but...

[TheUpperTank]

Originally Posted by guillen4life13

TBQH, I would think a drunk person would have more problems walking down a ramp than up. Even if it is more tiring, it is easier as far as balance is concerned.

I think the bigger picture issue is that: tripping on a ramp = a few bruises; toppling over side of open escalator (though this problem appears as tho it may be solved next season) = almost certain death

This happened this season past at Shea if I recall (after a game).

[nasox]

Originally Posted by TheUpperTank

I think the bigger picture issue is that: tripping on a ramp = a few bruises; toppling over side of open escalator (though this problem appears as tho it may be solved next season) = almost certain death

This happened this season past at Shea if I recall (after a game).

Yeah, and IIRC the guy wasn't even drunk. He was just messing around being goofy and slipped and fell off.

[Parrothead]

Originally Posted by LoveYourSuit

Really?

That's the first I hear of that. The lake is nowhere close to the Cell as it is to Soldier.

True but it is not far from lake michigan and the groundwater level is about 10-15 feet below grade in the area.

[soxnut67]

How could it have been a water issue? Isn't the Dan Ryan lower than the ballpark?

[DumpJerry]

Originally Posted by LoveYourSuit

Really?

That's the first I hear of that. The lake is nowhere close to the Cell as it is to Soldier.

Originally Posted by Parrothead

True but it is not far from lake michigan and the groundwater level is about 10-15 feet below grade in the area.

Originally Posted by soxnut67

How could it have been a water issue? Isn't the Dan Ryan lower than the ballpark?

Welcome to the Great Lakes Basin.

Comiskey is close to the Lake. You can see it from the Upper Deck.

[LoveYourSuit]

Originally Posted by soxnut67

How could it have been a water issue? Isn't the Dan Ryan lower than the ballpark?

Bingo.

If you dig the stadium it is right at Dan Ryan level.

I don't think I have ever heard of flooding issues on the Ryan in my lifetime.

[chisoxfanatic]

Originally Posted by LoveYourSuit

Bingo.

If you dig the stadium it is right at Dan Ryan level.

I don't think I have ever heard of flooding issues on the Ryan in my lifetime.

I've never heard of flooding issues on the Ryan either, even during the rainiest day in Chicago history, which was just a month ago; however, the Ryan is solid, while a baseball field is not. I could see where it would be a headache for Roger Bossard.

[itsnotrequired]

Hitachi wins all the big pump jobs.

[skobabe8]

Are these renovations happening this year??? I drove by yesterday and saw no signs of any work about to begin.

[MrRoboto83]

Originally Posted by skobabe8

Are these renovations happening this year??? I drove by yesterday and saw no signs of any work about to begin.

Not sure when all this construction is supposed to begin, but my Step Father said he is working on a bid for some excavating work to be done at the ballpark.

[soxrme]

I would like a new scoreboard, and keep the out of town board up to date. Also the biggest improvement needed is two more beers of the world.

[skobabe8]

Originally Posted by MrRoboto83

Not sure when all this construction is supposed to begin, but my Step Father said he is working on a bid for some excavating work to be done at the ballpark.

We need answers, damnit!

[Bob G]

Originally Posted by soxrme

I would like a new scoreboard, and keep the out of town board up to date. Also the biggest improvement needed is two more beers of the world.

I would say more like four more beers of the world are needed. The lines are way too long and slow right now. Also I think Portillo's should take over all of the concessions as soon as possible...

[Red Barchetta]

Originally Posted by Bob G

I would say more like four more beers of the world are needed. The lines are way too long and slow right now. Also I think Portillo's should take over all of the concessions as soon as possible...

"The Portillo's Right Field Party Deck". I love the sound of it. Build one similar to the party deck they have at Turner Field.

[grv1974]

Originally Posted by Bob G

I would say more like four more beers of the world are needed. The lines are way too long and slow right now. Also I think Portillo's should take over all of the concessions as soon as possible...

That would be awesome!!!