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Busch Stadium

Busch Stadium is a famous baseball park located in Saint Louis, Missouri. It's the exciting home field for the Major League Baseball team, the St. Louis Cardinals.

This stadium got its name from the Anheuser-Busch brewing company. This company was based in St. Louis for a very long time and even owned the Cardinals baseball team once! Busch Stadium was built right next to the Cardinals' old ballpark, which was called Busch Memorial Stadium.


About Busch Stadium

Busch Stadium is a modern baseball park that opened its doors in 2006. It replaced the older Busch Memorial Stadium, which had served the Cardinals for many years. The new stadium was designed to give fans a great view of the game and a comfortable experience.

Home of the Cardinals

The St. Louis Cardinals are one of the most successful teams in Major League Baseball. Busch Stadium is where they play all their home games. Fans from all over come to watch the Cardinals compete against other teams. The stadium often fills up with thousands of cheering fans, especially during important games.

Building the Stadium

Building a large stadium like Busch Stadium is a huge project. Construction began in 2004, right next to the old stadium. This allowed the Cardinals to keep playing in their old home while the new one was being built. Once the new stadium was ready, the old one was carefully taken down. The first official game at the new Busch Stadium was played in April 2006.

Fun Facts About Busch Stadium

  • Busch Stadium is known for its amazing views of the Gateway Arch. You can see this famous landmark from many seats inside the park.
  • The stadium has many places to eat and shop. You can find all sorts of food, from hot dogs to local St. Louis favorites.
  • It's not just for baseball! Sometimes, other events like concerts or even soccer games are held at Busch Stadium.

Images for kids

  • Old Busch Destroyed

    Busch Stadium II being torn down.

  • NewBuschStadiumConstruction

    Busch Stadium under construction.

  • 2006 1st game at new Busch.jpg

    The first game at new Busch featured Cardinal Minor League clubs. Notice the left field seats not yet complete.

  • Busch Stadium from top of the Gateway Arch

    Busch Stadium as seen from the top of the Gateway Arch in May 2013.

  • Busch Stadium new construction

    New and old Busch Stadiums.

  • Busch Stadium 9-21-14

    Busch Stadium in St. Louis, MO.

  • Fredbird

    Fredbird entertaining the crowd between innings during a Cardinals game at Busch Stadium.

  • Homeplate

    Panorama of Busch Stadium.

See also

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