Every MLB stadium ranked from worst to best
By Kareem Gantt
16. Comerica Park — Detroit Tigers
In 2000, the city of Detroit decided that it was time to build some brand new, state-of-the-art sports cathedrals for its sports teams to revitalize its downtown.
One of those cathedrals was Comerica Park, which replaced Tigers Stadium as the home of the Detroit Tigers. There is little doubt that watching a baseball game in Comerica Park brought a lot more modern convenience to this legendary franchise, and the views of Detroit’s skyline is one of the best in the Majors.
The crew at Comerica Park has done a great job in keeping this ballpark aging gracefully, meaning that the Tigers won’t have to go begging to city officials for a new ballpark anytime soon. However, there’s one element that keeps Comerica Park from being in the top 15, and that’s the weather.
In the fall months, Detroit can still feel the bitter bite coming of Old Man Winter, and if the Tigers are playing into October, sitting at Comerica Park with its wide-open center field can be a bit harsh for fans. On the flip side, the cold Canadian winds could also be a huge advantage for the Tigers, especially against opponents who aren’t used to freezing in the dugout. Weather can play a huge role in the comfort of a baseball stadium, and while watching a Tigers game is just fine in the summer, just be ready for the chill that will blow off of the lake and into the park in the fall.