Photos from the Opening Day at the " K " on 3/28/19

my first Opening Day - 2 hour rain delay before game started

photographed from the Rivals Sport Bar in Right Field and then from Sec 115, Row U seat 12 and further up under cover when rain returned

more can be found here:

Opening Day at the K | Flickr

hand held, shutter burst mode 300mm was shaky

I like the blur, to me it shows speed of the ball and bat, YMMV

[GeoJerry]

Fun, keep them coming, I love baseball shots!

[aslyfox]

well

my wife and I are going to Denver in June to watch the Cubs vs. the Rockies

otherwise there are a few in various threads and the flickr account

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I have found the with photographing baseball the most action is first base, the batter and the pitcher

other " targets " depend on how the game develops

[Lowell Goudge]

From your post asking what lens to take, it looks like you were much closer to third base than I imagined, at least it seems you were almost even with the bag, but the 20+ rows back set you back further than I had guessed. Did you get any action at 3rd base, for real close in shots?

[aslyfox]

no action at third that I was able to get

my seat was into the outfield a bit outside of the infield dirt

[ should have figured out how to post seating diagram earlier ]


started at Rivals Restaurant in Right Field and used DA * 300mm

got to gate at 12:15, gate opened at 1, got to Rivals asap and grabbed a spot at stand up table. Rain was starting, did not stop until after 4 PM

and moved during 5th inning to my seat

Section 115, Row U ( 4 rows down from the top) Seat 12 on aisle closest to the third base and used both DA *300 and DFA * 70-200mm F2.8

https://www.seathound.com/venue/kauffman-stadium-194/baseball-seating-views/field_box_115.html

only a little rain late in game and moved under cover then

[mroeder75]

Royals looked good in spring training, and then took on my team, one of the weakest in the MLB. The Royals dispatched the Sox. The camera makes it look like baseball season; it does not feel like baseball season.

[RGlasel]

Are there restrictions on the size of lens you can bring into the park? Did you have any problems with security?

[aslyfox]

Are there restrictions on the size of lens you can bring into the park? Did you have any problems with security?

Yes, there is security, you pass through metal detectors and there are restrictions on what you can carry in and how it can be carried. Those vary depending on the locale.

I had no problem with security because I knew the rules and did not violate them. the Royals actually had a wooden box to measure the bags to make sure those entering did not violate the maximum size requirements of the carry bag.

I use a transparent plastic bag which closed with a zipper which I picked up years ago to go to an NFL game

" Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12" x 6" x 12." (Official NFL team logo clear plastic tote bags will be available through club merchandise outlets or at nflshop.com/allclear), or One-gallon clear plastic freezer bag (Ziploc bag or similar). "

Stadium Bag Policy

I had two garbage bags as well in a jacket pocket. You need to protect the items within your bag from liquids if you store the bag under your seat while at the game

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Always check in advance with the team website to determine what the rules of the stadium are and what can be brought in and how:

You need to check with the team websites and look at the A-Z guides including any listings for " Restrictive " or " Prohibited " items.

Kauffman Stadium, the limit is a camera lens less than 12 inches

" Bags

Bags that exceed a maximum size of 16x16x8 and hard-sided coolers are not allowed into the stadium.
More Ballpark Security (Prohibited Items) » "

" Cameras/Video Equipment

Still and hand-held video cameras are welcome into the stadium, but tripods cannot be set up or block the view of other guests. Monopods are permitted into the ballpark. Camera lenses 12 inches or smaller are permitted into the ballpark. Flash photography and video production is strictly prohibited. "

Kauffman Stadium Information Guide | Kansas City Royals

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at Wrigley Field, there appears to be none, I would call the Cubs and check:

" Bag Inspection

Each entry gate has designated bag check lines for all guests carrying items which need inspection. All other guests can use the express lines. All bags, purses and containers are subject to inspection prior to entry and should not exceed 16" x 16" x 8" inches. For more information, visit Cubs.com/Security. "

" Cameras/Video Equipment

Visitors are welcome to bring video and still cameras into the ballpark; however, tripods are not allowed in the seating areas. Recordings may be used for personal viewing only. Any other use, distribution or commercial use is prohibited. Fans may not distribute any copyrighted game information without permission of the Chicago Cubs. "

Wrigley Field Information Guide | Chicago Cubs
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at Coors Field, there appears to be none, I would call the Rockies and check:

" Bag Policy

Coors Field regulations allow only soft-sided bags and containers 16"x 16"x 8" or smaller to be permitted in the ballpark. All permitted bags are subject to search both upon entry and within the ballpark (see Searches). All gates utilize "Inspection Lanes" for Guests carrying permitted items. Coors Field regulations also prohibit Guests from bringing certain items into Coors Field. See Restrictions for a list of prohibited and permitted items."

" Cameras

Hand-held video cameras for personal use may be brought into the ballpark, provided game action is not recorded, as prohibited by Major League Baseball. Single frame photography is permitted at all times. Lighting at Coors Field is bright enough that flash photography is not necessary or allowed within the ballpark. Camera support pods are not permitted by Guests in Coors Field. Please make sure you are courteous of those around you when taking pictures. See Game Information Prohibition.

https://www.mlb.com/rockies/ballpark/information/guide#c-content
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at Busch Stadium, very restrictive:

" Bags

Guests may bring in bags that do not exceed 16" x 16" x 8". Backpacks are prohibited. All persons entering the stadium and their possessions are subject to inspection and security screening."

" Cameras/Video Equipment

Both still and video cameras for personal use are allowed in Busch Stadium provided that they do not interfere with the game or obstruct another guest's view. Camera lenses longer than the length of the camera body are prohibited in Busch Stadium. Tripods and monopods are prohibited to non-credentialed guests. Per MLB restrictions, recording of any field activity is strictly prohibited. The team name, logos and player likenesses are copyrighted material, none of which may be published without prior written consent of the Cardinals, MLB and other applicable third party rights holders. Persons deemed to be violating these rules may be escorted from the ballpark. The Cardinals reserve the right to ask guests to put cameras and video equipment away. "

Busch Stadium Information Guide | St. Louis Cardinals

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will the announced restrictions be enforced ????? Do you want to risk it ?


*******************as far as I know there is no area to check personal property at the gates so if you can't take it in you must find somewhere to store the item outside the stadium. if your vehicle is not available, you are in trouble. *******************************

[aslyfox]

Royals looked good in spring training, and then took on my team, one of the weakest in the MLB. The Royals dispatched the Sox. The camera makes it look like baseball season; it does not feel like baseball season.

As far as I know, it is the earliest start to the season ever

[aslyfox]

as a reward to the Fans who went to Opening Day, the Royals gave out free ticket vouchers

just got mine and decided to go to the Phillies vs. Royals May 10 and got this ticket Section 140, Row F Seat 7

first base side just beyond First Base

wonder if Bryce Harper will play

[mroeder75]

as a reward to the Fans who went to Opening Day, the Royals gave out free ticket vouchers

just got mine and decided to go to the Phillies vs. Royals May 10 and got this ticket Section 140, Row F Seat 7

first base side just beyond First Base

wonder if Bryce Harper will play

What a great promotion!

[aslyfox]

What a great promotion!

it is better than you may think

it wasn't based on those who were just in attendance during the game but for those who bought their tickets through the Royals ticket web site even if they didn't show up at all or left the game early


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April 2, 2019

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You . . . received this message because you purchased tickets to the Royals Opening Day game on Thursday, March 28. "

" Thank You for supporting the Royals!

Thank you for supporting your Kansas City Royals! We appreciate our fans that showed up on Opening Day, as you saw less than perfect weather conditions to cheer on your team. To show you how much we appreciate your dedication to the Royals organization we would like to offer you an opportunity to come out to another game, on us. The voucher code below is good for redemption to any game, in a *seating section of equal or lesser value of the original section you sat in for Opening Day . . . . "