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Houston Oiler's Charlie Hennigan First Oiler Touchdown, 1960, originally uploaded by Gary P. Smith.

Charlie Hennigan's inscription on a miniature Oiler helmet commemorating his first touchdown catch in 1960.

Autozone Park Entrance, Published in Schmap Memphis Guide.

Autozone Park Entrance, originally uploaded by Gary P. Smith.

This photo of the entrance to Auto Zone Park, in downtown Memphis, TN, was recently selected for inclusion in the newly released (August, 2009) eighth edition of the "Schmap Memphis Guide." Taken by Gary P Smith, July, 2007.

Dr Pepper Ballpark, Frisco, TX

Dr Pepper Ballpark, Frisco, TX, originally uploaded by Gary P. Smith.

A view of the ballpark's unique design. Taken by Rebecca A Smith, August, 2009.

Dr Pepper Ballpark, Frisco, TX

Dr Pepper Ballpark, Frisco, TX, originally uploaded by Gary P. Smith.

Home plate entrance of Dr Pepper Ballpark in Frisco, TX. Named best new ballpark in the country by BaseballParks.com., 2003. Home of the Frisco Rough Riders, Class AA. Taken by Rebecca A Smith, August, 2009.

PNC Park, Pittsburgh

PNC, originally uploaded by Gary P. Smith.

Outfield bleachers and bull pen area. July, 2009.

Dell Diamond, Round Rock, TX, Revisited

Dell Diamond, Revisited, originally uploaded by Gary P. Smith.

Front facade entrance view from East Palm Valley Blvd. My sincere gratitude goes out to Deborah Coughlin, Controller, for all of the information regarding the updated aspects of The Dell Diamond. Truly a unique experience in family entertainment. August, 2009.

Dell Diamond, Round Rock, TX, Revisited

Dell Diamond, Revisited, originally uploaded by Gary P. Smith.

This clever display caught my eye. Taken by Gary P Smith. August, 2009.

Dell Diamond, Round Rock, TX, Revisited

Dell Diamond, Revisited, originally uploaded by Gary P. Smith.

New luxury suites for 2009 can be seen behind home plate beyond the dugout. This new third story addition represents one of the few areas of the stadium that is air-conditioned.

Dell Diamond, Round Rock, TX, Revisited

Dell Diamond, Revisited, originally uploaded by Gary P. Smith.

I have been to this ballpark a number of times, but some new additions warranted another look. The "Home Run Porch" in left field is new. Also, a "catwalk" from the main concourse to the new section is new for 2009.

Edward Charles "Whitey" Ford

TriStar Jan 2004 012, originally uploaded by Gary P. Smith.

Whitey spent his entire 18-year career with the New York Yankees. I took this picture at TriStar show in Houston in January of 2004. Extremely polite guy.

Reliant Stadium, Astrodome, Houston, TX

Picture 152, originally uploaded by scalpelorsword.

I came across this image while browsing Flickr member's uploads. It's a great shot. Many in Houston have seen the contrast between the two stadiums, but this panoramic view is unlike any others. The Astrodome is a part of Houston's rich history, while Reliant Stadium represents it's visionary future.

Pohlman Field, Beloit, WI

Pohlman Field02, originally uploaded by BigMak1747.

We visited this park around 2002. It's the home of the Beloit Snappers, who are a Class A team affiliated with the Minnesota Twins. We saw Prince Fielder play the night we went. I wouldn't go out of my way to go there again.

"Game Day"

PNC, originally uploaded by Gary P. Smith.

It's off to the races at PNC Park. At Miller Park in Milwaukee, the Sausages race. In Pittsburgh, the former Presidents square off against each other. It's all great fun, whatever park you're in. Taken by Gary P Smith. July, 2009.

Heinz Field, Home of the Super Bowl Champion Steelers

Heinz Field, originally uploaded by Gary P. Smith.

Also from Mount Washington. Breath taking view. Stunning. Taken by Gary P Smith. July 31, 2009.

Pittsburgh from Mount Washington

Mount Washington, originally uploaded by Gary P. Smith.

We took a train up the side of Mount Washington (it's called the "Monongahela Incline") to capture this breathtaking view. USA Today rated this cityscape view from Mount Washington as the second best in America. Forbes Traveler's puts this view in the top thirteen "Most stunning city skylines" in the world. Taken by Gary P Smith, July 31, 2009.

Roberto Clemente Statue, PNC Park, Pittsburgh

Roberto Clemente, PNC Park, originally uploaded by Gary P. Smith.

The statue of this Pirate Icon sits outside the ball park at the left field entrance at the end of the Allegheny River Bridge, which is closed off during game day for the public to walk across the river to the stadium. It has a special significance for me, for as a teenager, Clemente signed my Colt .45 program at the old Colt Stadium in Houston, TX. I visited PNC on July 31, 2009. Picture taken by me.

PNC Park, Pittsburgh, PA

PNC, Rated #1, USA Today, ESPN, originally uploaded by Gary P. Smith.

PNC Park is the home of the NL Pittsburgh Pirates. Not much of a winning record in the last few decades, but their ball park is rated the best ball park in America by USA Today and ESPN.com. No argument here. Taken by Gary P Smith on July 31, 2009.