Greenberg Gardens are built at Forbes Field

March 5, 1947, After acquiring Hall of Famer Hank Greenberg in 1947, the Pittsburgh Pirates made a significant change to Forbes Field. To accommodate Greenberg’s powerful hitting, the Pirates altered the left-field dimensions, bringing the fence closer by 30 feet. This section of the ballpark became known as “Greenberg Gardens.”

The modification was intended to increase Greenberg’s home run potential, capitalizing on his renowned slugging ability. Though Greenberg only played one season with the Pirates before retiring, “Greenberg Gardens” left a lasting mark on Forbes Field, symbolizing the team’s effort to adapt to and celebrate the talents of one of baseball’s greatest power hitters.

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Greenberg Gardens are built at Forbes Field