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New York NY Yankees Stadium

New York NY Yankees Stadium

Mike Dhondt
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In the brisk night air of the unknown Bronx, I embarked on a quest shrouded in both chill and anticipation. It was a venture fueled by the unfamiliar, as I, an intrepid traveler armed with a camera and ambition, hopped onto the subway with an uncharted destination – the iconic New York Yankee Stadium.

The stadium, unveiled in April 2009, stood as a testament to a bygone era, replacing its predecessor that echoed with the cheers of fans from 1923 to 2008. Little did I know, beneath the very foundation of this grand arena, a tale of rivalry and superstition lay buried. An audacious Boston Red Sox fan: a construction worker during the stadium's construction, sought to hex the Yankees by burying a replica jersey of Red Sox player David Ortiz beneath the visitors' dugout. These attempts did not have much effect upon the home team, though: the Yankees went on to win the 2009 World Series at the end of their first MLB season in the new stadium.

As I set foot in this unfamiliar territory, armed with my tripod and a determination to capture the essence of this legendary site, I couldn't help but ponder the echoes of this peculiar history. Gate 4, right behind home plate, became my chosen vantage point, a spot where history and anticipation converged.

The biting cold of the night mirrored my nerves as I waited for the elusive blue hour, the time when the lights would illuminate the grand entrance of the stadium. Cautiously framing my composition, I couldn't escape the sense of awe that enveloped me, both for the historic grounds and the stories concealed within.

My lens became a magical conduit, weaving a tale of a traveler capturing the spirit of a city's beloved landmark. As I shared my purpose with the friendly locals, a camaraderie sparked among strangers, united by a common love for the Yankees. In the end, it was not just a photograph I captured; it was a story, an adventure, and a moment frozen in time beneath the iconic glow of Yankee Stadium.
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