Kane County Cougars Games, Bringing Back My Youth

If you are like me and grew up in Suburban Chicago, especially the western suburbs; you remember the great times going to Elfstrom Stadium (now Fifth Third Bank Ballpark) to watch a low-A baseball team attempt to make it big and get promoted up the ladder.  Whether it be a scout trip, youth baseball outing, or just going with family; tickets to the Kane County Cougars have always been cheap, and the games fun to watch regardless of the outcome.

After the recent acquisition of the Cougars from the Cubs, this team is going to be part of the rebuilding process that will (hopefully) see a World Series victory within the next few years.

The Cougars have always had great promotions, and this year offers some great theme nights and specials.  My personal favorite, Thirsty Thursdays, offers $1 beers, soda, and hot dogs.  Half-Priced Mondays offers $5 tickets for reserved seats.  How about that for a cheap night in the suburbs?  Even tonight (8/9), for you country fans, is their Country Music Night with fireworks and contests.

I have been to many a ballpark, but this stadium always brings me back to my youth.  I remember seeing greats like Miguel Cabrera, Adrian Gonzalez, and Ryan Dempster, before they were big.  If that doesn't excite you, the greatest name in the MiLB (2012), Rock Shoulders, is playing first base/designated hitter.