A passerby occasionally stops on the empty plaza to take a selfie under the 'Wrigley Field Home Of Chicago Cubs' marquee or pause at the ballpark's locked gates for a glimpse at its fabled ivy and brick outfield wall.
CHICAGO - A passerby occasionally stops on the empty plaza to take a selfie under the “Wrigley Field Home Of Chicago Cubs” marquee or pause at the ballpark’s locked gates for a glimpse at its fabled ivy and brick outfield wall.
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought one of Chicago’s signature spots to a near standstill, devastating its businesses and disheartening die-hard Cubs fans who live steps from the park known as “The Friendly Confines.” “It’s real sad,” said Richard Lind, 34, standing outside the park wearing a Cubs hat, an emblem of America’s “national pastime.”The Cubs have postponed 30 of the 81 games scheduled to be played in 2020 at the 41,000-seat Wrigley Field
“You’re talking about massive losses right now. Massive,” he said. “Our family business will continue because we are a strong family, strong community and strong city.” “How will the bars be able to pay their bills?” said Pete Mazzone, 37, who has worked at various Wrigleyville establishments. “My guess is that at least 30% of the bars and businesses will close.”
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