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Article: A Game at Safeco Field Will Cost Fans More
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- Yakima Herald-Republic
- Article date:
- June 27, 1999
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THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
SEATTLE - Pacific Northwest baseball fans are excited about their
new outdoor ballpark.
Ron Miller can't think of a better way to spend an afternoon with
his family than at Safeco Field, the new $517 million home of the
Seattle Mariners that opens July 15, complete with retractable roof
for rainy days.
Even if it does cost more than $145 for him, his wife and their
two children - including food, tickets and parking.
"I don't mind spending money to take my family to a real baseball
stadium," Miller said as he entered the Kingdome for Tuesday night's
game against the Anaheim Angels.
While most agree with Miller, some say the higher costs could
keep them away once the ...