This is a little small, but it shows the outline of the hockey "rink" placed on the field at...

This is a little small, but it shows the outline of the hockey "rink" placed on the field at Wrigley Field yesterday. They may relocate it from there, but that gives you an idea of how big it is.

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Wonder if they'll just have seating in the stands

or will it be right up against the boards on the field?

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by Jettero2112 on Jul 23, 2008 2:02 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

My guess is...

... in the stands only. That’s where the biggest damage to the field would come, from the platforms they’d have to put up for field seating.

"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx

by Al on Jul 23, 2008 2:06 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

these may be the bad times

but that doesn’t mean you can’t laugh at ‘em

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7xBxZGQ1dJk

oldie but goodie

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by RightFieldSucks on Jul 23, 2008 2:38 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Someone's gonna get bodychecked into second base.

Awesome.

Nanika Ga Okoru!

by dat cubfan daver on Jul 23, 2008 3:03 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Odd placement?

I thought they would put it a bit tighter to the stands? Seems like the view would be pretty bad with the rink in the middle.

Just because I don't care doesn't mean I don't understand. - Homer J Simpson

by MikeOxbyg on Jul 23, 2008 3:03 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Maybe I haven't been paying enough

attention, but can someone explain why there is a hockey rink on the field?

by adam316 on Jul 23, 2008 3:49 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

It's not a hockey rink.

It’s a gladiatorial arena.

Nanika Ga Okoru!

by dat cubfan daver on Jul 23, 2008 3:52 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Okay

And what is the purpose? What is it for? Why do we want it at Wrigley? Or if it is easier, you could give me a link to wherever this information might be at.

by adam316 on Jul 23, 2008 3:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Linky

http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/hockey/blackhawks/cs-080722-redwings-blackhawks-wrigley-field,0,1432677.story

by jajonez77 on Jul 23, 2008 4:06 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Thanks.

by adam316 on Jul 23, 2008 4:06 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Yeah that's a little bothersome

If you’re sitting in the lower deck, you dont stand a chance seeing anything. At Lambeau they put it on sheets of plywood to help protect the field a little bit. The boards are going to limit what you can see anyways. but wonder what shifting it over closer to the grandstand or rotating it 90 degrees would do in terms of sightlines.

So far the upperdeck and rooftops for sure and bleachers might be the best seats and should be the most expensive.

"You just don't know understand how frustrating this is"- Kevin Borseth

by TkGoUWGB on Jul 23, 2008 4:03 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

From the article

The event is expected to draw 42,000 fans to Wrigley, which had the outline of a hockey rink in the outfield, though that configuration could change. The NHL will determine the cost and handle the distribution of tickets. Bettman said those details should be worked out within several weeks.

“We’re going to spin [the rink] a lot, do it with some architects and engineers and check all of the sightlines,” Bettman said. “Of course, it can’t be perfect, because Wrigley wasn’t built with this in mind. [But] we’re going to try and make this the most fan-viewer-friendly for people sitting in their seats.”

by GoCubbies34 on Jul 23, 2008 5:10 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

been thinking all afternoon

the braves have the tomahawk chop,the angels had the rally monkey etc

what we need is a rally mascot—I propose the HOLY COW!! Sori buddy we need that good you tonight.aram I need a theres a drive…way back…...!!! D Lee how about a double or 2? theriot how about a couple of bloops to get me perked up. Dero how about making the pitcher labor through about 10-12 pitches an ab, same for you dome.

Lilly we need a dominant night and most importantly us--lets for one night be positive. This is our year and our destiny-lets get hyped up tonight—-next year is here.

p.s. harey ol buddy if your reading this up there I propose a toast and a lil magic like only you can bring.

The team I’m grown to love will bring it tonight and damnit I’m gonna enjoy it!! Lets rattle some snakes boys!!

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by cubsluver22 on Jul 23, 2008 7:54 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs