| Year | Team | W-L |
|---|---|---|
| 1875 | Boston Red Stockings | 71-8 |
| 1873 | Boston Red Stockings | 43-16 |
| 1872 | Middletown Mansfields | 5-19 |
1872 - 1875
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Hampden Park Race Track, Springfield
Also known as: Springfield Track
📍 Springfield, MA
Hampden Park Race Track was a baseball ballpark in Springfield, MA that hosted major league games from 1872 to 1875. It has also been known as Springfield Track. Home teams have included Boston Red Stockings and Middletown Mansfields.
Data updated
📍 Location & Overview
City
Springfield
State
MA
Country
US
GPS Coordinates
42.107144, -72.605784
Elevation
67 ft
Park ID:
SPR01
🏟️ Park Characteristics
Natural
Surface
Open Air
Roof Type
Configuration from 1875
📝 Notes
TRO:7/23/1872; BS1:7/16/1873;5/14/1875
📅 Years of Operation
First Used
1872
Last Used
1875
Total Years4 years
⚾ Teams Played
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Hampden Park Race Track at a glance
Hampden Park Race Track in Springfield, MA was first used in 1872 and last used in 1875, a span of 4 years. It is also known as Springfield Track. Retrosheet's park code for it is SPR01. The park sits at an elevation of 67 feet. Its coordinates are 42.107144, -72.605784.
The characteristics panel (1875 configuration) lists natural grass and an open-air design. Home clubs, by seasons played at the park: the Boston Red Stockings (2 yrs) and the Middletown Mansfields (1 yr). In 1872, the home club was the Middletown Mansfields, 5-19 on the season. The 1873 Boston Red Stockings went 43-16 while playing home games here. The team table lists the 1875 Boston Red Stockings at 71-8. Home clubs ranged from 71-8 (the 1875 Boston Red Stockings) to 5-19 (the 1872 Middletown Mansfields).
Hampden Park Race Track: Frequently Asked Questions
- When did Hampden Park Race Track open?
- Hampden Park Race Track hosted its first documented major league game in 1872 and its last in 1875.
- Where is Hampden Park Race Track?
- Hampden Park Race Track is in Springfield, MA.
- Which teams played at Hampden Park Race Track?
- Home clubs at this park include Boston Red Stockings and Middletown Mansfields.
- Is Hampden Park Race Track still in use?
- No. Hampden Park Race Track last hosted a major league game in 1875.