1883 - 1884 Closed

Exposition Park II, Pittsburgh

Also known as: Upper Field

πŸ“ Pittsburgh, PA

Exposition Park II was a baseball ballpark in Pittsburgh, PA that hosted major league games from 1883 to 1884. It has also been known as Upper Field. Home teams have included Chicago/Pittsburgh (Union League) and Pittsburg Alleghenys.

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πŸ“ Location & Overview

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City Pittsburgh
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State PA
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Country US
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GPS Coordinates 40.445937, -80.010704
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Elevation 729 ft
Park ID: PIT03

🏟️ Park Characteristics

🌱 Natural Surface
🏠 Open Air Roof Type

Configuration from 1883

πŸ“ Notes

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πŸ“… Years of Operation

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First Used 1883
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Last Used 1884
Total Years2 years

⚾ Teams Played

2 seasons

Exposition Park II at a glance

Exposition Park II served in Pittsburgh, PA from 1883 to 1884, 2 years in all. It is also known as Upper Field. Retrosheet's park code for it is PIT03. Exposition Park II stands 729 feet above sea level. The location panel gives GPS coordinates of 40.445937, -80.010704.

As configured in 1883, the park has natural grass and an open-air design. Home clubs, by seasons played at the park: the Chicago/Pittsburgh (Union League) (1 yr) and the Pittsburg Alleghenys (1 yr). The 1883 Pittsburg Alleghenys went 31-67 while playing home games here. The team table lists the 1884 Chicago/Pittsburgh (Union League) at 41-50. The best record by a home club was the 1884 Chicago/Pittsburgh (Union League) at 41-50; the worst, the 1883 Pittsburg Alleghenys at 31-67.

Exposition Park II: Frequently Asked Questions

When did Exposition Park II open?
Exposition Park II hosted its first documented major league game in 1883 and its last in 1884.
Where is Exposition Park II?
Exposition Park II is in Pittsburgh, PA.
Which teams played at Exposition Park II?
Home clubs at this park include Chicago/Pittsburgh (Union League) and Pittsburg Alleghenys.
Is Exposition Park II still in use?
No. Exposition Park II last hosted a major league game in 1884.