Get Ready to Hit a Fun Homerun
It’s barely spring, but the boys of summer will round the corner of home plate soon. For Royals rooters, the team’s home opener can’t come soon enough. Committed Cards fans feel the same way. We thought we’d pitch in with some fun stats.
Hot Air Balloon Adventure
On December 31, 1997, Steve Fossett took off in a hot air balloon from Busch Stadium on this day. The trip ended a few days later in Russia, establishing a new distance record.
May 16, 1998
On this date in Missouri history, Mark McGwire hits the longest home run in Busch Stadium II history at 545 feet.
April 4, 2006
On this day in Missouri history, the third version of Busch Stadium opens in St. Louis.
