Lessons Learned at the Asheville Tourists Game
The second stop on our quest to visit all 10 minor league baseball parks in North Carolina took us to Asheville, where we caught a game at the historic McCormick Field, home of the Asheville Tourists. Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, this ballpark is a true gem, rich with history and charm. But our night at the game was more than just a stroll through baseball history—it was full of surprises, excitement, and a valuable lesson we won’t soon forget. First, let’s talk about McCormick Field. Built in 1924, it’s one of the oldest active minor league stadiums in the country, and has hosted exhibition games played by the New York Yankees, featuring Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig, and other major leagues teams that worked their way north from spring training. You can feel the history as soon as you walk in. The vintage scoreboard, the classic grandstands, and the picturesque mountain backdrop all combine to create a unique atmosphere that’s unlike any other ballpark we’ve visited so far. It’s easy to see why this stadium is a fan favorite. It just so happened to be Dollar Dog Night, and while the hot dogs themselves were your basic ballpark dogs—nothing fancy or gourmet—they were still a treat. Sometimes, simplicity is all you need, especially when you’re enjoying a game in such a historic setting. The lesson we learned here is not to wait to get in line, those Dollar Dogs are popular. Unfortunately, Gayle missed most of the 2nd the rest of the story