Game On!

By Benjy Lipsman in News on Jul 30, 2004 3:02PM

This morning, Chicago building inspectors signed off on the Cubs playing in Wrigley Field today. The Cubs' park was deemed safe enough to play in following the installation of netting under the upper deck, which is strong enough to hold a 350 pound chunk of concrete falling from 50 feet. Inspections to identify and repair loose concrete are ongoing, with half the stadium checked so far.

These recent falling concrete incidents have once again reminded us all that Wrigley's time will ultimately come one day. Just as the old Comiskey Park crumbled beyond repair, so too will Wrigley one day. So how would the Cubs go about replacing such a landmark? The Trib asked a number of architects, who gave their opinions. Chicagoist isn't so sure about most of the ideas, however. A glass and steel stadium? It just doesn't sound right. What would you want to see if the Cubs had to replace Wrigley? And where would you want to see the park built?