Summary

We explore the history and significance of Hilltop Park, the first home of the New York Yankees, originally known as the Highlanders. It delves into the park's challenging construction, the early years of the team, and the park's brief but impactful legacy in baseball history. The narrative highlights the ambition behind the American League's establishment in New York and the rugged conditions of Hilltop Park that shaped the team's identity and future success.

Keywords

Hilltop Park, New York Yankees, baseball history, Highlanders, American League, Ben Johnson, early 1900s baseball, sports venues, Yankee Stadium, baseball legends