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Are you planning to attend a New York Yankees game anytime soon?  Here is a guide to help you choose which seats at Yankee Stadium are best for you.  I will give each section a rating from 1 to 5 Stars.

Economy Seats: 2 Stars

There are two sections at Yankee Stadium that offer fans with a more economical way to see a game, The Tier Reserved outfield and the Bleachers.  The Tier Reserved outfield consists of sections 26-36 and 25-35.  These sections are nosebleed seats and they are far down the line, but they get you into the park at a cheap price.  The Bleacher sections are better in that they are not elevated as high but as with many bleacher sections in most MLB parks a birds eye view is hard to come by. Bleacher sections are numbered as 37 to 59.  If your fortunate enough to sit in the lower rows of the Bleachers, you will be able to get a nice view of the bullpens.  Again, these two sections get you in and allow you to indulge in few extra brews.

Good Seats: 3 Stars

Two sections that have a good view for a decent price are the Loge Level Seats and the upper level Tier Boxes.  Upper Tier Boxes are  638-670 and 637-669.  These sections are located down the lines, in the outfield, and still provide a decent view.  Loge Level Sections stretch from home plate down both right and left field lines and are numbered 602-636. These sections are more pricey than upper level Tier Boxes but offer a nice view of the diamond.

Very Good Seats:  4 Stars

Loge sections stretch from foul pole to foul pole.  Sections 419-472 provide the best view of the diamond and are elevated just over the Main Reserved sections.  These seats are covered and provide protection during any rain delays.  Depending on the Yankees opponents, these seats can get pricey, but the view is a very good one.

Crème De la Crème:  5 Stars

Like all MLB parks, the sections that are right on the field and in between the bases are the best.  There are three sections on the main level.  The best is Field Box, then Main Box, and finally Main Reserved.  These sections can be confusing so just remember this breakdown:

A.   Field Boxes 1-80 (Rows A-J) - These are closest to the field.
B.   Main Boxes Sections 201-275 (Rows A-J) - Located just above the Field Boxes
C.   Main Reserved (Rows 1-10) - Last Section in the Lower Level

Notable Information:

-Alcohol Free Sections include Tier Reserved Sections 13 & 14 and the Bleachers.
-Monument Park is a special walk honoring those former Yankees who have their uniform numbers retired.  Anyone can enter Monument Park except those with tickets in the bleachers.
-Choose from a Luxury Suite, a Hall of Fame Suite for 16, 18, 24, or 30 people, or a two-hour party facility to hold an event prior to the game in The Great Moments Room.

Gary Ketchum
CEO TicketAmerica.com

Are you planning to attend a Boston Red Sox game anytime soon?  Here is a guide to help you choose which seats are best for you.  I will give each section a rating from 1 to 5 stars. 

I.  Bleacher Seats
    A.  Includes sections 34-43
    B.  There are approximately 50 rows 
    C.  Rating:  2 Stars

If your looking to keep things cheap, than the bleachers are for you.  As with most ballparks these sections offer the least desirable view, and you don’t get a play by play birds eye view.  But you’ll be able to indulge in a few more brews with the extra bucks you’ll save.

II.  Right Field Boxes
     A.  Includes sections 1A - 7 and 87-97
     B.  There are 12-30 rows depending 
     C.  Rating: 3 Stars

These seats are located down the right field line and give fans a decent view.  These seats are generally cheaper than ones located closer to the bases.  Furthermore these seats get a lot of foul balls so bring a baseball glove.

III.  Grand Stand
      A.  Includes sections 1-33
      B.  There are 15-20 rows 
      C.  Rating: 3 Stars

The grandstand is located just above the Loge Boxes and stretches all the way around the playing field.  There are some obstructions due to support poles that hold up the upper deck sections, but are rarely in line with obstructing the home plate view.

IV.  Roof Boxes
      A.  Includes sections 1-43 and 2-20
      B.  There are 5 rows
      C.  Rating: 3.5 Stars

The Roof Boxes are located above the Loge Boxes.  These seats provide a birds eye view of the entire field.

V.  Green Monster
     A.  Includes sections 1-10
     B.  There are 3 rows
     C.  Rating: 3.5 Stars

The Green Monster speaks for itself.  These seats are limited and can be pricey.  The seats are located in left field and the view is decent. Also, you’ll be able to tell people that you sat atop the Green Monster.

VI.  Loge Box
      A.  Includes sections 98-165
      B.  There are 12 rows
      C.  Rating: 4 Stars

The Loge boxes are great seats.  They don’t cost as much as field boxes but give you a close view of the field.  Also, there are no obstructions in the Loge Boxes.

VII.  406. Club
       A.  Located behind and above home plate
       B.  Accommodates several Fans
       C.  Rating: 4.5 Stars

The 406. Club is a semi-private club which includes private bar, theater seating, and fine dining.  It is a more upscale experience and there is a dress code.  Tickets to this club can be pricey but the experience is memorable.

VIII.  Field Box
       A.  Includes Sections 1-82 and 9-70
       B.  There are 12 rows
       C.  Rating: 5 Stars

The field boxes are the best seats in the house.  The Red Sox dugout sits in front of sections 22-28.  The visitors dugout sits in front of sections 61-68.  These seats are the most expensive but if you want to see the color of the players eyes, than these seats are it. 

Other Notable information:

*  Children 2 and under do not need a ticket for  admission.
*  Handicapped seating is located throughout the park.
*  Alcohol-free Family sections are located in the Grandstands, sections 32 and 33.
*  Some areas of Fen way Park have covered seating. All Grandstand sections and the infield Roof Boxes are covered.
*  There are 2 Levels of seating at Fenway Park. The first level contains the Field Boxes, Loge Boxes, and Grandstand sections. The second level contains the Roof Boxes, Press Box, .406 Club, and Upper Suites.
*  Upper suites are located along the right and left field lines on the Roof Box level, and these suites accommodate 20 people and include a television, private restroom, customized menu and personal attendant.
*  L-13 Suites are located on the lower suite level behind Grandstand sections 28 and 29. These suites accommodates 30 people and includes televisions, a private restroom, customized menu and personal attendant.
*  Seat numbers run right to left in all sections.

Gary Ketchum
CEO TicketAmerica.com

If you’ve ever wondered what it was like to view a Chicago Cubs game from an outfield roof top,  than this article will shed some light on the subject.

Wrigley Field is the home of the Chicago Cubs, one of the most popular and beloved franchises in all of Major League Baseball.  If you’ve tried to get tickets to see this team but struck out, there may be another avenue to watch the Cubbies live, the outfield rooftops.  There are several rooftops to choose from spanning from left field to right field.  I was recently perched high atop one of the right field rooftops, and I must say that it was a fun experience.  I was lucky enough to be invited by a friend who had an extra ticket so my rooftop experience was basically free of charge.   The doors opened a half hour before the game and we were let in promptly.  We were directed up the staircase which opened up into a large room adorned with hardwood floors, aesthetic lighting, and of course Cubs paraphernalia.  There was a concierge desk where the host of the outing greeted my friend, and which I was introduced.  As I panned around the room I noticed a gorgeous fish tank, a pool table and a sweet table with cookies and brownies as well.  I soon walked towards the front windows so I could get a glimpse of Wrigley Field.  Because we were on the second floor, the view was okay.  I had a clear view of home plate, but the rest of the park was obstructed by the bleachers.  Anyway, I grabbed a drink at the bar and headed up stairs to the rooftop. 

Finally the moment had come, I was on top of a Wrigley Field roof top.  Once up on top, I observed a large surround grill where several cooks were attending to hungry fans.  Portillo’s hot dogs and beef sandwiches were the main attractions.  Bratwursts, hamburgers and grilled chicken sandwiches were available as well, so I grabbed a simple dog and headed towards the front of the roof to get a view of the field.  Opposite of the 2nd floor, the view was great!  We were still inside the right field foul pole, and actually the view made me feel like I was in the park.  I tried to get up to the bleacher seating but it was just about packed, so I grabbed a spot underneath, just in front of the railing.  In turned out to be the best spot to stand, in that the temperature was 92 degrees and the sun was beating down…It was Hot!  Also, there was a 20 MPH head wind blowing right at us which kept us cool.   I could have used a barstool to sit on, but the all inclusive beer and waist high railing provided enough lean on relief.  If there were any negatives about the experience, it most likely had to be the lack of sounds to the game.  Obviously there were no vendors yelling out  “Beer Man Here!”, but the lack of cheering fans was missing as well.  Even though the view was great, you still felt like you were a spectator looking in to see what all the fuss inside Wrigley Filed was about?

All in all, the Wrigley Field roof tops proved to be a great time!    If I ever wanted to throw a bachelor party or have a corporate event, the rooftops would have to be a serious choice!

Gary Ketchum
CEO TicketAmerica.com