My Baseball Story
Shared Memories From
Frances LoRaso
Hometown
Malverne, New York
I was working in NYC in 1986 when the Mets won the World Series, and I was a big fan. Each day, I would take the train in from Long Island and then walk to my office on Madison Avenue, between 40th and 41st Street. I always followed the same route, which took me through a parking facility that connected 35th to 36th Street.
On this particular day, I had purchased copies of the Daily News and New York Post to save and send to my dad, who was living in Florida. (I still have the copies!) I had them in hand as I walked through the parking garage. It was pretty early in the morning—and who do I run into, parking his car, but Ron Darling!
Did I get him to autograph my newspapers? No, of course not. That would’ve been the smart thing to do. Instead, I grabbed Ron Darling and kissed him! Then I just went on my merry way. Every time I think about that day, I could kick myself.
There used to be a magazine called MLB Insiders Club that I subscribed to in 2011. I sent this memory to the member letters section, and they published it—and even sent me a check for $100!
Nine Questions For Nine Innings
Favorite Team
New York Yankees
but will watch any team play!
All-Time Favorite Player
Gary Carter/Derek Jeter
First Game Attended
Favorite Ballpark
Yankee Stadium
Favorite In Person Memory
Going to Shea Stadium alone and buying one field level box seat. Even though the Mets were awful, I loved every one of those games!
Most Cherished Memorabilia
Go-To Ballpark Food
Hot Dog
Favorite Seating Section
Along the right field line of Yankee Stadium – anywhere from section 217-212.
Favorite Baseball Movie
create your own fan memories
Fan memories shared on my site are written by baseball fans just like you. My stadium book, Coming Home: A Baseball Stadium Journal for Fans, includes a special link to my website where you can share your story with fellow baseball fans.
COMING HOME : A Baseball Stadium Journal For Fans
large square-format 11″ x 11″ hardcover book
66 full-color pages
30 stadium and team-themed spreads
left page: stadium art in team-colored setting
right page: full-page stadium art background
journal entry game ticket for each stadium
stadium name, location, highlights & fun facts
current and historical stadium checklist
space for additional or future stadiums
nine questions for nine innings questionnaire
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Sports Stadiums Mentioned In This Article
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Yankee Stadium Print / Canvas Wall Art, Historic Baseball Stadium Art, New York Yankees Baseball
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Yankee Stadium Print – New York Yankees Canvas Wall Art, Baseball Stadium Decor
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Yankee Stadium Drink Coaster – New York Yankees Baseball, High Gloss Cork-Backed Design
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Shea Stadium Print / Canvas Wall Art, Historic Baseball Stadium Art, New York Mets Baseball
Price range: $38.00 through $298.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
