Recreation Park
Location: Detroit, MIWillis, John R, Brady, & Beaubien Streets.
Capacity: 7,500 est
Dimensions (Left, Center, Right): 215-325-215 with 9-foot fences
Recreation Park had a grandstand in the south end, with flanking bleacher sections. The catcher faced NNW. Built in 1879, Recreation Park was torn down in 1894 and the site became residential housing, and now is behind Harper Hospital. Brady Street now longer exists.
Used by: Detroit Wolverines
Following are the minor league baseball teams known to have played at Recreation Park:
Year | Team | League | W | L | Attend | Avg. | ||
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1890 | Detroit Wolverines | International Association | 31 | 19 | Roster | Stats | ||
1889 | Detroit Wolverines | International Association | 72 | 39 | Roster | Stats |
Attendance listed indicates the total home attendance for the team even if it played in multiple home ballparks or additional cities in the same year.
Average attendance is based on half the team's total games being played at home.