AMAZING experience at Angel Stadium 7/7

[troutdog]

As most of you probably know, I am first and foremost a DIE HARD Dodger fan having grown up in the San Fernando Valley. I have always rooted for the halos and they will remain my #1 Al team, although it is admittedly harder each year as the Southern California baseball rivalry continues to grow....regardless the Angels will alway have a place in my heart.

With all that said I recently started working for a law firm that owns a dugout suite at Angel Stadium and as luck would have it I was in the right place at the right time and was invited to attend the angel/ranger game this past Tuesday night. After being handed TWO tickets just shy of 6pm I bolted out the door to surprise Lil TD who was bouncing off the walls when I told her what we were doing. We made a quick pit stop to pick up some things at home and headed to the "Big A"....it will always be that in my mind!

After the grueling 7 minute drive from Tustin....
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Took a quick shot in front of the world series trophy the halos earned by beating the hated ones aka giants
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Took an elevator down to the suite and started walking down a long hallway where a receptionist eventually greeted us
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Another quick shot before getting to our seats
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Made a quick left and passed suite #6
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We kept walking and to our left saw the indoor batting cage(:Shocked:), where Reggie Willits was getting in a few swings
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Finally got to the suite and all I could say was WOW!
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A nice comfy couch to watch the game on should the elements outside be too harsh to endure :Wink:
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A nice clean bathroom for the dozen or so fans we sat with....no line, no missing the game!
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I was in awe when we finally sat in our seats...Eric Aybar on deck
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I'd say we were pretty close to the action :EyePop:
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Lil TD chillin next to Vlady!
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Scott Boras taking in the game just off to the right of us...not sure who the guy in pink was, but many of the Angel players were acknowledging him while taking their swings while on deck
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The suite to out left was empty so Lil TD walked over to say hello and was given a freshly used game ball!
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SCORE!!!!!
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Maicer Izturis on deck...hat on the left was the one given out Tuesday as part of a promotion
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Asides from fishing of course, there is nothing better than spending an evening at the ballpark with your kids....
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Gary Matthews in the game after replacing Vlad who injured his knee in the top half of the inning
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Napoli at the plate while Aybar waits on deck
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Lil TD soaking it all up
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Unforunately the halos fell 8-5 to the rangers and the dugout cleared out pretty quickly....we'll gettum next time!
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Upon leaving the game we walked out of the stadium to see a large gathering of people standing around a memorial....a tribute to Nick Adenhart. A very sobering reminder of how precious life is and to NEVER drink and drive. Explaining this to my daughter brought a tear to my eye, this left a huge impression on both of us
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Opposite view of the picture above...I was very proud of Lauren when she suggested we add our "halo rally sticks" and promotional cap to the memorial
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RIP Nick
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Thanks for reading....I just wanted to share our evening at the ballpark with you.

See you on the water,


TD

[VineAssist]

Do my eyes deceive me....Is this the same ERIN who bleeds blue!? At the angels game???wow how things change...hahah just kidding buddy.
I went to the last game Adenhart pitched..Shame some knucklehead ended what looked to be a promising kid...Scary part is he was younger than me....
Ohh a little correction Willie Aybar plays for the Tampa Bay Devil Rays not the angels. That is Eric Aybar...Willie is his older brother who hits for power...

And you passed the evil lair of Mr. Boras who represents alot of these hot shot multi million dollar babies. Should have kicked the door down and asked him to negoitate some contracts for us TD>>> hahahhah kidding everyone..

Go Angles.. and yes the dodgers are my favorite NL team even though pitchers hit in that league

[troutdog]

Do my eyes deceive me....Is this the same ERIN who bleeds blue!? At the angels game???wow how things change...hahah just kidding buddy.
I went to the last game Adenhart pitched..Shame some knucklehead ended what looked to be a promising kid...Scary part is he was younger than me....
Ohh a little correction Willie Aybar plays for the Tampa Bay Devil Rays not the angels. That is Eric Aybar...Willie is his older brother who hits for power...

And you passed the evil lair of Mr. Boras who represents alot of these hot shot multi million dollar babies. Should have kicked the door down and asked him to negoitate some contracts for us TD>>> hahahhah kidding everyone..

Go Angles.. and yes the dodgers are my favorite NL team even though pitchers hit in that league

Very impressed to see you're the first to respond Jimmy....Vimeassist does more than just check out the Vine reports! :Shocked:

Thanks for the correction Jimmy, you have proved your knowlege of your favorite team....duly noted and edited!

Yeah to each his own I guess, but to me if you are going to pitch and potentially throw at an opposing batter you shouldn't be able to hide behind the DH rule....Jimmy I know you played ball, did you EVER use a DH? Of course not. If I have said it once I have said it a million times, the DH is LAME! :Wink:

Thanks for the reply buddy,


TD

[Dodger Doggy]

WOW! :EyePop:

Not too shabby seats, huh?! What a great experience that must have been! (Even though it was at the Anaheim Angels of Orange County/Los Angeles Edison Field Big A Stadium.....or whatever.) :Wink:

Never mind Jimmy's love of the DH, Aaron........he's been petitioning for "substitute free throwers" in the NBA for years.

Again, so happy to see you and Lauren having yet another wonderful time! Props to you as pops.....as always! :Applause:

"Wheeeeeeeeeee!"

[saintarv]

Nice "Angels" report. I generally go to Angel games about 5 times a season. My boss has tickets behind the dugout. I know what you're saying cause it's always fun to take the family there. Parking is great alot better than Dodger stadium. LOL Angels are my second fav AL team behind the lowly, horrible Indians. LOL :Sad: Now you know I'm not a band waggon fan cause I still root for my teams even though they suck! :ROFL:

[candyman]

Man you cant get better seats than that, and lil TD got a game ball!!! I have never even been to a baseball game my whole life, and I live down the street from the stadium. That truly does look like an amazing night. The last thing on your post about drunk driving really hit me hard. My girlfriend and a few friends were just in a very bad accident caused by a drunk driver. My friend now might have to get plates or screws because it broke her pelvis bone. Sad day so dont drink and drive.

[Frenchy]

aaron great report man i love the way you are always w lil td you are amazing man alaways with her i hope to be as good as a ftaher as you one day


sad about nick good kid

[Troutman65]

NICE Aaron. Very cool for your Daughter . Go Angels !!!!

P.S. Every time I go to a Angel game they seem loose. 1994 was the last time I went to a ball game.

[Granny Fish]

That's cool. Those suites are nice. I especially like when the bring the dessert cart by. :Wink:

[Dodger Doggy]

NICE Aaron. Very cool for your Daughter . Go Angels !!!!

P.S. Every time I go to a Angel game they seem loose. 1994 was the last time I went to a ball game.


If the Dodgers ever play the Angels in the World Series, Patrick - I will find a way to get you tickets! :ROFL::ROFL::ROFL:

Good to see both you and Jimmy, btw, on Monday! Sorry for my "misunderstanding".....that was kind of embarrassing that I didn't know. I do now.

No.....Jimmy.....I'm not buying you Angels tickets! (I'll consider it if I get it in writing - dated and signed by you - that the stupid DH is exactly that - stupid!)

-Designated Fielder

(Can't hit the curve.) :Secret:

[baadfish69]

Awesome TD! Congrats on the experience.


I too had a similar experience, but it was at Dodger stadium. A buddy of mine landed tickets from his boss, and he gave them to me because he doesnt really follow baseball.

They were tickets to the Dodger Dugout Club. Seats right behind homeplate, and access to this club underground with a full bar, free Wolfgang Puck catered food, and of course all the memorabilia like the World Series Trophies. It was even on fireworks night, so that was an added bonus. Man I only WISH I could afford seats like that!


Anyhow, good times indeed.

[dragracer]

Awesome!

How old was the guy in Pink? Was he an older gentlemen?

[The Angler]

Wow Looks like u guys had an amazing time your little girl will never forget that day.



Go Yanks:Wink:

[Rooster]

TD thanks for taking the time to show us all the great pics. That new job already paid off in my eyes. Props

[troutdog]

WOW! :EyePop:

Not too shabby seats, huh?! What a great experience that must have been! (Even though it was at the Anaheim Angels of Orange County/Los Angeles Edison Field Big A Stadium.....or whatever.) :Wink:

Never mind Jimmy's love of the DH, Aaron........he's been petitioning for "substitute free throwers" in the NBA for years.

Again, so happy to see you and Lauren having yet another wonderful time! Props to you as pops.....as always! :Applause:

"Wheeeeeeeeeee!"

Shaq coulda used that for quite a few years :LOL:

Thanks for the kudos Alan, hope to wet a line with you soon...been too long since you played "net boy" :Wink:




Nice "Angels" report. I generally go to Angel games about 5 times a season. My boss has tickets behind the dugout. I know what you're saying cause it's always fun to take the family there. Parking is great alot better than Dodger stadium. LOL Angels are my second fav AL team behind the lowly, horrible Indians. LOL :Sad: Now you know I'm not a band waggon fan cause I still root for my teams even though they suck! :ROFL:

The best part of the parking at Angel Stadium is the $8 price! Way to
stay true to your teams Saint, hopefully the Tribe will be back in the mix in our lifetime :Thumbs Up:


Man you cant get better seats than that, and lil TD got a game ball!!! I have never even been to a baseball game my whole life, and I live down the street from the stadium. That truly does look like an amazing night. The last thing on your post about drunk driving really hit me hard. My girlfriend and a few friends were just in a very bad accident caused by a drunk driver. My friend now might have to get plates or screws because it broke her pelvis bone. Sad day so dont drink and drive.

We gotta get you to a game Phyl, its really a great way to spend the evening with friends and family.

Very sorry to hear about your gf and friends involved in the accident, hopefully everyone will be okay and have a speedy recovery...talk to you soon, we need to hook up for some camping with the crew asap!


aaron great report man i love the way you are always w lil td you are amazing man alaways with her i hope to be as good as a ftaher as you one day


sad about nick good kid

Thanks Frenchy I appreciate the kind words dude...very tragic story about Nick and the friends he was with that fateful night. Life is so precious, yet often taken for granted.


NICE Aaron. Very cool for your Daughter . Go Angels !!!!

P.S. Every time I go to a Angel game they seem loose. 1994 was the last time I went to a ball game.

Thanks TM, you should hit a game this season...they have beer! :LOL: Unfortunately they have lost a few times since 94 without ya :Wink:


That's cool. Those suites are nice. I especially like when the bring the dessert cart by. :Wink:

The dessert cart might have been Lauren's favorite part too Granny :LOL:


If the Dodgers ever play the Angels in the World Series, Patrick - I will find a way to get you tickets! :ROFL::ROFL::ROFL:

Good to see both you and Jimmy, btw, on Monday! Sorry for my "misunderstanding".....that was kind of embarrassing that I didn't know. I do now.

No.....Jimmy.....I'm not buying you Angels tickets! (I'll consider it if I get it in writing - dated and signed by you - that the stupid DH is exactly that - stupid!)

-Designated Fielder

(Can't hit the curve.) :Secret:

Alan did you walk into the tackle shop and ask where the calicos were biting again? :LOL:


Awesome TD! Congrats on the experience.


I too had a similar experience, but it was at Dodger stadium. A buddy of mine landed tickets from his boss, and he gave them to me because he doesnt really follow baseball.

They were tickets to the Dodger Dugout Club. Seats right behind homeplate, and access to this club underground with a full bar, free Wolfgang Puck catered food, and of course all the memorabilia like the World Series Trophies. It was even on fireworks night, so that was an added bonus. Man I only WISH I could afford seats like that!


Anyhow, good times indeed.

It is great to enjoy a game in the high rent district, but just get me in the park and I am a happy camper...the Dodger Stadium Club is pretty sweet, they make an excellent prime rib too!


Awesome!

How old was the guy in Pink? Was he an older gentlemen?

If I were to guess I would say he was in his early 30s at most...who you think it mighta been?


Wow Looks like u guys had an amazing time your little girl will never forget that day.



Go Yanks:Wink:

It was awesome Angler, hopefully we will get the chance to experience it again this season.

Your team going to take a game this series or should I start looking for my dustpan and broom? :Wink:


TD thanks for taking the time to show us all the great pics. That new job already paid off in my eyes. Props

Yeah I just had to post some of the pictures I took, glad you enjoyed them. Hope your boy's team continues to kick butt out there...see you at LegendsIII though right?


TD