The End of the Dome-Field Advantage?

According to Hennipin Distrct County Judge Charles Porter Jr., the Twins' lease on the Metrodome expired in 2003. This means the Twins owner, Carl Pohlad has a considerable bit more leverage to exert on moving the team to a new facility. Since the lease has expired, the judge ruled that selling tickets for seats in the Dome indicates an intent to play, which causes and annual renewal of the lease.

Why the Twins want a new stadium is beyond me. One of the reasons they opted to join the Vikings in the Metrodome is the unpredictable weather. There were too many rainouts, delays, and postponements when they were playing in Metropolitan Stadium. And now they want to go back to playing outside? Interestingly, the Metropolitan Sports Facilities Commission has an article on Life Before the Dome.

Another problem is that if the deal to build a stadium in Hennepin County falls through, the Twins could be on the contraction block again.

Comments

Maren said…
What's not to like about the Dome? It's awesome! I can't believe this...
11:17 AM, February 13, 2006
Maren said…
hey, I'm on your links! Thanks!
9:32 PM, February 26, 2006
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