Description: COMISKEY PARK"Old & New"The history of baseball stadiums named Comiskey Park in Chicago is a tale of two iconic venues that have served as home to the Chicago White Sox, each representing different eras in the team's history.The original Comiskey Park, often referred to as "Old Comiskey Park," was opened in 1910. Built by Charles Comiskey, the owner of the White Sox, the stadium was located at the corner of 35th Street and Shields Avenue in the Armour Square neighborhood. Designed by architect Zachary Taylor Davis, Comiskey Park was one of the earliest steel-and-concrete ballparks, boasting a seating capacity of around 32,000. It featured a unique, intimate design with a double-decked grandstand and an iconic manually operated scoreboard. Old Comiskey was the site of many memorable events, including four World Series (1917, 1919, 1959, and 2005), the infamous Black Sox Scandal of 1919, and the All-Star Game in 1933, the first ever held. Legendary players like Shoeless Joe Jackson, Nellie Fox, and Luis Aparicio called it home. Despite various renovations, by the 1980s, the aging structure was deemed outdated, prompting the need for a modern facility.The new Comiskey Park, later renamed U.S. Cellular Field in 2003 and then Guaranteed Rate Field in 2016, was constructed just across the street from the original site. It opened in 1991, designed to meet the demands of contemporary sports facilities. The new ballpark had a larger seating capacity of around 44,000 and featured improved amenities, wider concourses, and better sightlines, aimed at enhancing the fan experience. Initially, the new stadium received criticism for its perceived lack of charm and character, especially compared to other retro-style parks emerging at the time. However, substantial renovations in the 2000s helped address these concerns. Enhancements included the addition of a fan deck, updated seating arrangements, improved concourse areas, and the installation of a modern video scoreboard.Despite initial mixed reviews, the new Comiskey Park/Guaranteed Rate Field has hosted significant moments in White Sox history, most notably the team’s World Series victory in 2005, their first since 1917. The new stadium has become a fixture on the South Side of Chicago, continuing the legacy of its predecessor while providing modern amenities for fans and players alike. The evolution of the Comiskey parks is a reflection of the changing landscape of baseball stadiums, from early 20th-century charm to late 20th-century functionality and comfort. Unused 5" x 7" jumbo size chrome postcard. (#1509) $1.50 flat rate shipping to USA, $2.50 Canada.All other countries see eBay's Global Shipping Program for rates. Thank you for your interest in Stadium PostcardsSW Auctions
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Country: United States
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Region: Illinois
City: Chicago
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Subject: Stadium
