Wrigley Field

Description:

A chronicle of Wrigley Field, the Chicago Cubs baseball stadium. How the stadium evolved to meet the shifting priorities of owners and changing demands of fans. The debates over its future, its design, and place in the neighborhood. An examination of a hallowed piece of baseball history as well as mismanagement and ineptitude. Navigates the historical highs and lows, and deals with the myths and rumors. With another transformation imminent, brings readers up to date on negotiations, giving historical context to the maneuvering.

subjects: Chicago Cubs (Baseball team),  History,  Wrigley Field (Chicago, Ill.),  Baseball fields,  Chicago (ill.), history

People: Charles Weeghman,  William Wrigley,  Philip K. Wrigley,  the Ricketts family,  Bill Veeck. Sr & Jr.

Places: Chicago,  The North Side,  Lake View,  Wrigleyville

Times: The 20th Century