Edmonton Capitals

I have been to two games while up here working with coworkers and have had a great time. I do not like baseball but with a good group of people and some beer, it can be fun.
The stadium is easy to get to and no matter what we got some great seats. I do really pay attention to the game but enjoy talking to other people around us and enjoying the atmosphere. The people are very nice and willing to chat about anything while the game is going on.
The last time we went, we got to run the bases after the game! For the ones that were having some beers, very exciting! I enjoy these smaller stadiums and games because you don’t feel like cattle and the players are working hard to win.

Let’s get one thing straight: I don’t like baseball. But, we all do crazy things for love, and so I found myself at a Capitals game at Telus Field.
The game itself was mildly entertaining, although mostly I didn’t pay that much attention. But, I have to say I had a pretty good time. The atmosphere is laid back, and there’s enough room in the stands to get some personal space if having someone screaming at the pitcher from right behind your head isn’t your scene. And there’s some nice views at sunset too. Plus the tickets are cheap.
My hotdog was tasty and greasy, and the beer barely qualified as such, but I guess that’s just part of the experience.

I have great memories of going to Edmonton Trappers (the city’s former team) games with my dad as a young kid, so I’m surprised that it wasn’t until this season (2011) that I decided to go to an Edmonton Capitals game. I was certainly glad I did.
The games have a very laid back atmosphere, probably thanks to the naturally slower pace to the sport (compared to hockey, which is what I usually watch). I’m not one to judge the actual quality of the players, since I’m not a huge fan of the sport, but it was still an exciting game to watch.
They have cool special event days with lots of giveaways, so check their website before you go to a game. At the game, there are lots of little contests and giveaways in between innings too.
The concessions are stocked with almost anything you could possibly want in terms of snacks, such as pretzels, fries and freezies, plus the usual beer, hotdogs and burgers.
If it’s a sunny day, wear sunscreen because it gets hot and there isn’t a whole lot of shade.
Tickets start at $ 10 for bench seats and $ 13 for reserved seating. The priciest seat costs $ 23 in advance, so it’s definitely a cheap game compared to other professional sports.