Ashburn Alley is the open concourse behind center field at Citizens Bank Park, home of the Philadelphia Phillies. It is named after Hall of Famer Richie Ashburn, Phillies center fielder from 1948 to 1959, and was also a long time broadcaster for the Phillies from 1963 until his death in September 1997. Ashburn Alley spans from the left field gate to "The Yard" kids area, and features a "street-fair" like atmosphere before and during a game.[1]
Ashburn Alley's name sake began while Ashburn was still playing. During the Phillies playing days at old Shibe Park, Ashburn was known for dropping bunts down the third baseline, which had slightly overgrown grass that helped the ball stay fair.[2] A bronze statue of Ashburn lies in the center of the alley.[3]
- ^ "Ashburn Alley". MLB Advanced Media, LP. Archived from the original on July 3, 2016. Retrieved February 22, 2017.
- ^ "Citizens Bank Park". Archived from the original on February 24, 2017. Retrieved February 22, 2017.
- ^ "Ashburn Alley". MLB Advanced Media, LP. Archived from the original on July 3, 2016. Retrieved February 22, 2017.