Where the Allegheny and Monongahela Rivers meet to form the mighty Ohio stands a generic, circular park planned in the 1960s, with the usual problem of distance between the fans and the action. That, its difficult-to-reach location, and the interminable traffic jams it engenders are partially to blame for the Pirates' woeful attendance. However, it is a happy place for hitters, as batting visibility is outstanding, and a substandard artificial surface increases errors and reduces double plays.

Nine batters have hit upper-deck home runs, led by Willie Stargell (four times), but the longest homer ever hit at Three Rivers (509’) was hit by Frank Thomas of the White Sox in a 1994 home-run hitting contest. The stadium, which has been shared with the Pittsburgh Steelers since the Pirates moved from Forbes Field in June, 1970, was the site of the first night World Series game on October 13, 1971. (JP)