The trip down to Buffalo went well. It only took about 20 minutes to enter the United States, after our arrival at the "Peace Bridge". Then only a short drive after crossing the bridge to find "Coca Cola" stadium. The home of the Buffalo Bisons. This baseball park is fan friendly. Also there was no problem purchasing a $13 ticket for the game. Which put John and I slightly above the dugout of the visiting team. On the third base side. Food was the next order of business. John and I enjoyed a Buffalo specialty "Beef on a Weck". The slang "Weck" stands for a kummelweck roll. The food was good. A combo which consisted of the sandwich, and small bag of chips, and a small lemonade set me back $11. Not a bad deal at todays concession prices at a professional sporting events.
The game was a competitive and low scoring affair. As the Buffalo Bisons defeated the Iron Pigs of Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania 2 to 0. Not sure how many future major leaguers we witnessed in the game. I was impressed with the throwing arm of Iron Pig catcher Cameron Rupp. The Bisons tried but failed to steal a base on him. If he learns how to be a decent hitter. We will see him in the major leagues.
Playing for the Iron Pigs was there third basement Pete Orr. Who is born and raised in Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada. Pete Orr has enjoyed a 7 year stint in the major leagues. Not sure why he is now playing in the minors. Maybe he is coming back from an injury. Or maybe his major league baseball career is nearing it's end.
There were 4 fellow Canucks. Who were sitting in our proximity. The 4 passionate baseball fans were cheering for the Bisons. With one exception. When Pete Orr came up to bat. The four fellows would let loose with a great rendition of "Oh Canada". Even with that kind of support. Pete Orr could not muster or create any kind of offense for his team.
I have to commend the four passionate baseball fans. For there enthusiasm at the ballpark. For there loyalty to our home country of Canada. Also for not starting a international incident at the baseball park in Buffalo!
"Conehead" who is a very experienced and inspirational beer salesman in the ballpark. Did a brisk business during the game. A large can of good brand name beer only cost $6. Another great price these days for beer sold at the ballpark.
After the game was over. The management of the Bisons put on a fireworks display. Which added to the enjoyment of the evening. The only down side was the drive to get back home to Brampton. There was a forty minute wait at the Peace Bridge to get back into Canada. Then we got delayed another 40 minutes due to construction on the QEW. Which does not stand for (Quick and Easy Way).
A Buffalo Specialty- Roast Beef on a "Weck"
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