The deadball era was a simpler time for baseball, but the New York-Boston rivalry was already in full flower. A rare photo from iconic photographer Charles Conlon captures a 1909 game at Hilltop Park in New York, and this stunningly clear shot is part of RMY Auctions’ November Collectors Auction. Pictured in the photograph is Boston Red Sox second baseman Amby McConnell, … [Read more...] about Photo Of The Day: New York’s Hilltop Park In 1909
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Nets? Fans at Hilltop Park Were Part of the Action
If you were part of an overflow crowd that turned out to watch the New York Yankees (before they took on that moniker) in 1908, there’s a good chance you could hear every word the players were saying. There’s also a decent chance a foul ball came screaming at you from 15 or 20 feet away. When not everyone could fit in the stands, your local softball league had more … [Read more...] about Nets? Fans at Hilltop Park Were Part of the Action
Unique 1913 Photo Shows Hilltop Park After Yankees Departed
Cy Young threw a no-hitter there. Ty Cobb made his famous slide into Jimmy Austin there. Walter Johnson pitched a couple of shut outs there, too. Hilltop Park wasn’t around long but hosted its share of great players and great moments. The first home of the New York Yankees (then called the Highlanders) lasted only from 1903-1912 and was torn down in … [Read more...] about Unique 1913 Photo Shows Hilltop Park After Yankees Departed