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How many balls are in McCovey Cove?
McCovey Cove #SFGiants kayak fan with close to 600 games on the water. 43 HR’s & 102 game balls so far. Come out & join me there!
How far is a splash hit at AT?
309 feet
Wait a second… there have only been 68 splash hits in the 15 seasons since AT Park has opened!?! Why so few? It is only 309 feet down the right-field line, which is on the short side for major league parks.
What body of water is behind Giants Stadium?
The park stands along the San Francisco Bay, a segment of which is named McCovey Cove in honor of former Giants player Willie McCovey.
How deep is the water in McCovey Cove?
18-25 feet deep
The water in McCovey Cove reportedly is 18-25 feet deep, and the temperatures usually run between 50-56 degrees.
Has any right handed hitter hit a ball into McCovey Cove?
Buster Posey is the only Giants right handed hitter to hit an opposite field home run into the cove. He did it in the 1st inning of Game 1 of the 2021 National League Division Series on October 8th. The majority of home runs surrendered into McCovey Cove have been off right-handed pitchers.
What kind of fish are in McCovey Cove?
Perch, jacksmelt, sharks, rays, flatfish, white croaker, and the most prized of all, striped bass, can all be caught here.
Does it cost money to kayak in McCovey Cove?
About that: There’s no charge to set up in McCovey Cove during games, so fans with any reasonable means of floatation and a reliable ride to the park can enjoy a baseball experience for free. Nearby kayak rentals run $59 during the World Series, less than one-tenth of the average ticket price on StubHub.com.
Is McCovey Cove the ocean?
The cove is bounded along the north by Oracle Park, with a ferry landing and a breakwater at the northeast end. The southern shore is lined by China Basin Park and McCovey Point….Splash hits.
| No. | 17 |
|---|---|
| Player | Barry Bonds (15) |
| Date | September 29, 2001 |
| Opponent | San Diego Padres |
| Pitcher | Chuck McElroy |
What is Barry Bonds longest home run?
AT Park, San Francisco Giants According to BR Bullpen, Bonds holds the mark for longest home run at the stadium with a 499-foot blast to center field. Other accounts back this up, and while I found out it was against the Dodgers, I was unable to figure out what year and who was pitching.