OPENING DAY At WrigleyBy Bill MichaelsBrewers' Season Opener The Brewers' 2008 Roster Take a look at the NEW drainage system of Wrigley Field
Opening Day, honoring Ernie Banks, Mr. Cub, prior to the Brewers vs. Cubs Fans gather to honor #14, Mr. Cub, and unveil the Ernie Banks statue
As the morning draws towards the afternoon, there's a doubt as to wether or not they'll play this one
Outside Wrigley, the Ernie Banks statue remains covered
Wrigley remains soaked at 10:35 a.m. A view from the right field corner
Just beyond the right field wall Rooftop seats are a premium around the storied ballpark The famous Cubby Bear Pub n' Grill, across the street from Wrigley The press box, high atop the field The left field line at Wrigley A steady mist and light fog still surround Wrigley
Cubs fans lining W. Addison St., ready for the opener Bars, around Wrigley, are alive with fans at 6:30 in the morning Rooftop seats and old apartments converted for spectators line the outfield walls Mr. Cub, Ernie Banks, receives the replica of his tribute statue which is out in front of Wrigley A sold out crowd looks on here at Wrigley
Ernie Banks being honored, Ferguson Jenkins, Rev. Jessis Jackson, Hank Aaron and Billy Williams in the background near homeplate
Ben Sheets warming up in the Brewers bullpen THe sold out crowd stands to honor #14 Ernie throws out the frist pitch to start the baseball season Carlos Zambrano comes into the dugout after completing his warm-ups Ned Yost and Hank Aaron share a few thoughts before the opener gets underway |
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