Sick's Stadium

Sick's Stadium was a baseball venue in Rainier Valley with natural grass, situated at the intersection of Rainier Avenue and McClellan Street. The ground could accommodate up to 25,420 spectators and featured the bleachers and facilities typical of ballparks from that era.

The stadium opened in 1938 on the site of the former Dugdale Park, which had burned down in 1932, and was financed with substantial investment. Its opening marked the city's recovery of baseball infrastructure following the destructive fire.

The venue served as the spiritual home of the Seattle Rainiers and defined the city's baseball identity before attracting major leagues in 1969. The location held deep meaning for fans who gathered to cheer their local heroes and felt part of a rooted baseball community.

The venue faced operational challenges including weak water pressure and inadequate facilities for players during its years of use. Visitors should have expected limited amenities by modern standards, with conditions sometimes requiring improvisation.

The venue served as more than just a sports ground, hosting major musical performances where well-known artists performed before thousands of spectators. Its role as a concert hall made it an important cultural gathering place for the city beyond baseball.

Location: Seattle

Official opening: June 15, 1938

Capacity: 11000

GPS coordinates: 47.57944,-122.29778

Latest update: December 7, 2025 09:21