So what if it still feels like winter.
I think it still feels like winter when the regular season games start in April.
And I seem to remember some snow-outs a few years ago.
Baseball season is upon us because
1) It is Fan Fest Weekend in Seattle
2) Practice is starting for both younger and older guys.
On Wednesday Carl was at a batting cage with his contemporaries.
Today Carl was at a batting cage pitching to high school kids.
In between, we went to FanFest. This was the first time I can recall going without a small child in tow.
It was still fun, and perhaps more so because we didn’t have to worry about keeping a small child engaged.
First order of business. Meet the newest Mariner.
Another Montero for Seattle. The other is Freddie, as in Sounder striker.
After a bit of food, and chatting with fellow baseball enthusiasts we started our meandering wander.
The first wander was in the direction of a deadend, but it afforded this view.
The first bit of participation was to try hitting a home run.
In this case it was from the outfield, off of a tee, with a “soft” baseball
The “home run” really did land about 2 rows behind our seats (over the Boeing logo)
Onward – back to more hitting. Excuse the next picture. It was difficult to be safe, and get a good pic.
Next up was a tour of the Mariner’s Locker Room
We ran into several folks that know Carl. Friends, other fans, Safeco Field workers. Kind of like old home week. Or day.
January 29, 2012 at 6:45 am |
So when exactly is opening day, this year?
January 29, 2012 at 9:11 pm |
Mariner Opening Day is March 28th. In Tokyo.
Then there is the Mariner continental states opening day on April 6th. In Oakland.
Then finally, there is the Mariner home opener on April 13th. In Seattle. (Friday the 13th)