Split City Council OKs plan to dismantle Tiger Stadium
Tiger Stadium, the site of some of the city’s greatest victories as well as a symbol of decay and decline, was called out Friday.
After an eight-year debate, the Detroit City Council voted to demolish the beloved old ballpark as early as this year.
“I was hoping they’d save it. I had a lot of memories there,” said Detroit firefighter Darnell McLaurin, 39. “When I’d drive up (Interstate) 75 and point out Tiger Stadium, that’s when you knew you were in Detroit.
“Now, wow, you see Tiger Stadium,” he said, pausing during a dart game at Hoot’s on the Avenue near the old ballpark, “and you know you’re in Detroit. It’s an eyesore.”