1884 - 1884 Closed

Metropolitan Park, New York

Also known as: East River Ballpark

πŸ“ New York, NY

Metropolitan Park was a baseball ballpark in New York, NY that hosted major league games from 1884 to 1884. It has also been known as East River Ballpark. Home teams have included St. Louis Stars and New York Metropolitans.

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πŸ“ Location & Overview

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City New York
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State NY
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Country US
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GPS Coordinates 40.790424, -73.938013
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Elevation 6 ft
Park ID: NYC06

🏟️ Park Characteristics

🌱 Natural Surface
🏠 Open Air Roof Type

Configuration from 1884

πŸ“… Years of Operation

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First Used 1884
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Last Used 1884
Total Years1 year

⚾ Teams Played

2 seasons

Metropolitan Park at a glance

Metropolitan Park served in New York, NY from 1884 to 1884, 1 year in all. It is also known as East River Ballpark. Metropolitan Park carries the park ID NYC06. Elevation is listed at 6 ft. The location panel gives GPS coordinates of 40.790424, -73.938013.

As configured in 1884, the park has natural grass and an open-air design. Metropolitan Park was home to the St. Louis Stars (1 yr) and the New York Metropolitans (1 yr). The team table lists the 1884 New York Metropolitans at 75-32. In 1937, the home club was the St. Louis Stars, 5-31 on the season. Among the team-seasons listed, the 1884 New York Metropolitans went 75-32, the best mark.

Metropolitan Park: Frequently Asked Questions

When did Metropolitan Park open?
Metropolitan Park hosted its first documented major league game in 1884 and its last in 1884.
Where is Metropolitan Park?
Metropolitan Park is in New York, NY.
Which teams played at Metropolitan Park?
Home clubs at this park include St. Louis Stars and New York Metropolitans.
Is Metropolitan Park still in use?
No. Metropolitan Park last hosted a major league game in 1884.