How much trash do fans leave behind at Wrigley?

I totally disagree with the tone and title of this post, but the pics are kinda staggering about the volumes of trash left behind after a game at Wrigley.

I'd bet that it's a similar story at every ballpark in the Major (and minor) Leagues.

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You're right about the tone.

I suspect you would indeed find the same thing at any stadium.

"You can observe a lot just by watching." ~ Yogi Berra

by Al on Jun 15, 2009 10:42 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Its not like you see trash cans everywhere (down all the aisles, etc.) this isnt Cedar Point (if anyone has been to that amusement park before you may know what I mean about their placement of a trash can every 5 feet!)

by AndHart120 on Jun 15, 2009 1:10 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

also

i encourage all the guys to watch the video in the link. FANTASTIC.

actually just heres the link

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JnCWpKaMBUM&eurl=http%3A%2F%2Fhomerderby.com%2Farchives%2F4650&feature=player_embedded

by Glacier on Jun 15, 2009 7:03 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

People are horrible slobs ...

… that’s not a matter of being a Cubs fan or any other fan group. The regular festive party atmosphere probably contributes as does the crowded general admission seating.

IMHO if it’s a mess after games, it reflects on people in general. We need that Public Service ad from the 70’s of the Native American with a tear on his cheek because of pollutions and garbage spewed.

"People shouldn’t bust your chops just because you’re a Sox fan on a Cub board — but I know it happens. FWIW, I think sites like this are more interesting when fans of other teams join in the conversation." by Shanghai Badger on Mar 13, 2009

by DrCrawdad on Jun 16, 2009 7:40 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Well, the difference is

People are paid to clean the ballpark up after each game, and there aren’t trash receptacles handy. Littering on the street is an entirely different issue.

I'm singing, "GO CUBS GO! GO CUBS GO!" -- DrCrawdad on Jun 12, 2009 7:23 AM CDT

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by Shanghai Badger on Jun 16, 2009 12:29 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

AL

ISNT THAT ONE PIC IN UR SECTION? IS IT THAT BAD???

by Harry Seaward on Jun 16, 2009 7:41 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs

That's not my section.

And as it says above, most ballparks look like that after a game.

"You can observe a lot just by watching." ~ Yogi Berra

by Al on Jun 16, 2009 8:48 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I hope Al's answer calms you down.

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by dat cubfan daver on Jun 16, 2009 4:15 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs