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Coors Field
Denver, CO

Opening in 1995, Coors Field became the first baseball only park built in the National League since Dodger Stadium in 1962. For years the City of Denver was the home of two professional sports franchises, the Denver Broncos (NFL) and Denver Nuggets (NBA). By the 1980s the city had grown considerably and wanted a Major League Baseball franchise. In August 1985 the National League was permitted to expand by two franchises. Interested cities had to have plans to construct a MLB stadium before they would be considered for expansion. Cities vying for a franchise other than Denver included Buffalo, Miami, Orlando, Tampa and Washington DC. By 1989 the Denver Metropolitan Major League Baseball Stadium District was formed by the state to get a ballpark constructed. In August 1990 voters in a six county area approved a one percent sales tax for funding. This came before the city was awarded a franchise, but showed MLB that the city was willing to build a ballpark. In June 1991 MLB awarded Denver and Miami franchises. A site at 20th and Blake Streets was chosen and construction on the ballpark began October 16, 1992.

Named the Colorado Rockies, the team played at Mile High Stadium during the 1993 and 1994 seasons while their new ballpark, Coors Field was constructed in downtown Denver. Original plans called for the ballpark to have a seating capacity of 43,000. However after the team attracted three million fans during their first season they announced in November 1993 that they would enlarge Coors Field to seat 50,000 fans. Following Camden Yards and other ballparks, Coors Field was constructed with brick and steel. The first game played at Coors Field was on April 26, 1995 between the Rockies and the New York Mets.

With its hand laid brick and clock tower, fans might think that they were entering a modern day Ebbets Field. Coors Field combines the nostalgic feel of a 1920s urban ballpark with 21st century technology and conveniences. To prevent the ballpark from being imposing on nearby neighborhood buildings, the field is located 21 feet below street level. Its old fashioned brick facade allows the ballpark to blend into downtown Denver. One of Coors Field signature features is the clock, located at 20th and Blake Street. This is a location for fans to meet prior to the game.

FACTS & FIGURES

-Tenant: Colorado Rockies
-Capacity:
50,445
-Surface:
Grass
-Cost:
$215 Million
-Opened:
April 26, 1995
-Dimensions: 347-L, 390-LC, 415-C, 375-RC, 350-R
-Architect:
HOK
-Owner:
Denver Metropolitan Baseball Stadium District
-Former Name(s):
None
-Naming Rights:
Coors Brewing Company through 2018
-Public Financing:
75%: 1/10 of 1% sales tax increase
-Private Financing:
25%: Rockies contributed $53 million
-Seating Chart
-Home Dugout:
First Base

-Coors Field Ground Rules
-Parking
-Directions
-Fan Experiences
-Address:
2001 Blake Street
Denver, Colorado 80205-2008

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Inside, the main three tier grandstand extends from the left field foul pole to homeplate, to the right field foul pole, and around into right-center field. Marking one mile above sea level is a row of purple seats that extend around the entire upper deck of Coors Field.  The "Rockpile," a 2,300 seat bleacher section is located behind the centerfield backdrop and offers a unique view of the playing field. The main HD video/scoreboard is located beyond the left field bleachers, while a 14 foot high out of town scoreboard makes up part of the right field wall. The bullpens are found behind the right field fence; along with a tree/rock covered mountain scene that contains water fountains. The Rockies relievers even plant a small garden near their bullpen.

Coors Field has a immense amount of amenities that includes over 4,400 club seats, the Roundeus at the Sandlot Brewery, Coors Fields' microbrewery located at the right field entrance; Diamond Dry Good gift shop, the Rockies merchandise store, and the Mountain Ranch Club that features fine dining on six tiers located down the right field line. Many fans agree that Coors Field is one of baseball's pristine ballparks. At an elevation of 5,200 feet Coors Field instantly became a hitters paradise upon opening. The thin air increases runs and homeruns by 50 percent. With its dramatic views of the Rocky Mountains, Coors Field has become one of the most popular ballparks in baseball. After the 2004 season new main video/scoreboard was added and the green padding behind homeplate was replaced with a brick facing. 
 

MEMORABLE MOMENTS AT COORS FIELD

World Series: 2007

All Star Game: 1997 

Dodgers Hideo Nomo pitches no-hitter on September 17, 1996.

Gold Glove Award Winners: Larry Walker, Neifi Perez, Todd Helton, Carlos Gonzalez & Troy Tulowitzki.

1997 NL MVP Larry Walker.

Team record 92 wins in 2009.

Silver Slugger Award winners Carlos Gonzalez & Troy Tulowitzki in 2010.

COORS FIELD VIDEO EXPERIENCE

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COORS FIELD PICTURES

Construction of Coors Field. Panorama. Submitted by Carl Adkins. View down the first base grandstand. Submitted by Greg Simmons. Rockpile at Coors Field. Outside Coors Field-Picture: Jeff Nix View from behind homeplate-Picture: Jeff Nix  
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COORS FIELD AND THE COLORADO ROCKIES BY THE NUMBERS

 

 

  Total Attendance Average Attendance per Game MLB Rank Team Wins Average Ticket Price* MLB Rank
2011 2,909,777 35,923 12 73 19.50 20
2010 2,875,245 35,940 10 83 19.50 22
2009 2,665,080 32,902 11 92 19.50 21
2008 2,650,218 32,718 13 74 19.50 22
2007 2,327,846 28,739 19 90 16.50 27

Attendance Figures 1890-2011

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COORS FIELD MERCHANDISE

Coors Field Signature Collection Ballpark Poster - Click to Buy!
2011 Opening Day Coors Field Poster with Signatures
12"x20" Limited to 2,011

Coors Field Desktop Photo Mint
Coors Field Desktop PhotoMint
Coors Field Ballpark Ticket Frame - Rockies - Click to Buy!
Coors Field Ticket Frame
16"x20" Framed
Ballpark Coasters With Game Used Dirt (Set of 4)
Rockies Infield Dirt Drink Coasters - (Set of 4)Tapered Crystal w/ Game Used Dirt
Rockies Tapered Crystal w/Infield Dirt
Coors Field Silver Plate Coin Card - Click to Buy!
Coors Field Silver Plate Coin Card
4"x6" Limited to 5,000
Colorado - First Rockies Game at Coors Field Fine Art Print
Coors Field Aerial Poster
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Coors Field Poster

Coors Field Poster
Coors Field AUTHENTIC INFIELD DIRT PHOTOMINT - Click to Buy!
Coors Field Medallion and Infield Dirt Coin
Limited to 5,000

"Top of the Fourth" ColoradoRockies - 13.5" x 39" Standard Frame
Colorado Rockies Top of the Fourth at Coors Field
13.5" x 39" Framed


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