1909 - 1970 Closed

Forbes Field, Pittsburgh

📍 Pittsburgh, PA

Forbes Field was a baseball ballpark in Pittsburgh, PA that hosted major league games from 1909 to 1970. Home teams have included Pittsburgh Pirates and Homestead Grays.

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📍 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 40.441302, -79.953449
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Elevation 893 ft
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Park ID: PIT06

🏟️ Park Characteristics

👥 35,000 Capacity
🌱 Natural Surface
🏠 Open Air Roof Type
🎯 75 ft Backstop
📐 Large Foul Territory

Configuration from 1970

📏 Field Dimensions

Forbes Field — Field Shape

Outfield arc drawn proportional to actual distances. Hover a marker for wall height.

LF Line 365ft Wall: 14 ft
Left Center 406ft
Center Field 435ft Wall: 12 ft
Right Center 408ft
RF Line 300ft Wall: 28 ft

This park has 62 configurations throughout its history.

📅 Years of Operation

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First Used 1909
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Last Used 1970
Total Years62 years

⚾ Teams Played

67 seasons
Pittsburgh Pirates 61 yrs Homestead Grays 6 yrs

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Forbes Field: Frequently Asked Questions

When did Forbes Field open?
Forbes Field hosted its first documented major league game in 1909 and its last in 1970.
Where is Forbes Field?
Forbes Field is in Pittsburgh, PA.
Which teams played at Forbes Field?
Home clubs at this park include Pittsburgh Pirates and Homestead Grays.
Is Forbes Field still in use?
No. Forbes Field last hosted a major league game in 1970.
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