We left MN relatively early and headed down I-35 for the long trip through the heartland to Kansas City. Despite a few construction related slowdowns, the drive was relatively uneventful. We stopped for lunch in Ames Iowa and did a brief tour through Iowa State University. I have been pleased with the lack of whining about the long car rides.
We arrived in Kansas City 30 minutes before the first pitch of the game between (Royals vs Rays). We were a bit surprised at the heat in Kansas City (89 degrees at 7pm) but no complaints when it is Buck Night (dollar hot dogs, drinks and peanuts) !!
At the Twins game - I got tickets in the family (no alcohol) section. At the Royals game - not so much. We had a bunch of guys sitting behind us celebrating a 22nd birthday in style. They had apparently been drinking since about noon. Luckily they were actually pretty respectful and took a shine to Brett-O. Of course this makes us worry about his social network choices...
On two occasions I have gotten foul balls at major league games. Once was when I tracked it down after it had rolled over the roof box at Fenway and another was handed to me by a police officer. So I those really don't count as 'catching' a major league baseball. Our seats in Kauffman stadium we at the right field foul pole - 4 rows off the field. In the bottom of the ninth, Alex Gordon hit a shot to right field. I stood up as the ball arced toward the foul pole. A don't think I had to move more than an inch to catch the ball. Unfortunately it was a foul ball but we got a good souvenir and good memories for the kids. My hands still hurt....
On to Oklahoma.......
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Quite the beard there, Grizzly Adams.
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