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I just returned from Chicago, and edited my list placing the Windy City second. US Cellular has improved even without the nightlife aspect outside the ballpark, and Wrigley is simply an incredible experience. Every one of you should try a Weekend at Bernies, on the corner of Clark and Waveland, before heading to the games. Just outside the bar, pick up a big bag of pistachio nuts for $8.
My Favorite Professional Sports Cities
1) New York Particularly those events held in Madison Square Garden.
2) Chicago Midwestern hospitaility and raucous fans. If it weren't for the horribly-conceived United Center and U.S. Cellular Field, the Windy City would be No. 1 hands-down, no question about it.
3) San Diego A new favorite after a recent trip. Can't beat the weather or the scenery!!!
4) Denver Underrated in terms of passionate fans and venues.
5) Washington, D.C. Now that the new ballpark is open, it's tough to beat the combination of FedEx Field, Nationals Park and the Verizon Center (and you can toss in Alexandria and Georgetown for post-game fun too)
My Favorite College Football Towns
1) Knoxville High praise from a 'Bama alum, but there is something special about Neyland Stadium.
2) Oxford The Grove, spectacular scenery and the best chance for a road victory.
3) Athens The tailgate tradition is still one of the best and there is a certain vibe on gameday you rarely get elsewhere.
4) Charlottesville Virginia is one of my favorite states, and I love the quaintness of the town and Scott Stadium.
5) Lexington The combination of horse racing, college football, fine restaurants and competively-priced hotel rooms moved this town way up the list. October games fit the bill for everything on my list.
My Favorite NHL Arenas
1) Madison Square Garden Outdated building? Sure. Outlandish fans? Absolutely. Outstanding experience? The best!
2) Sommet Center Underrated facility with a fabulous view of the ice from nearly every seat. Nashville isn't bad either.
3) Rexall Place It ain't easy getting to Edmonton, but once you're there this is an unbelievable venue for hockey. Go to Kevin Lowe's after the game. Do a double dip and take in a game at Calgary, too.
4) The Bell Centre Surely, this isn't the same as the old Forum in Montreal, but watching a game here is similar to going to the Vatican if you're Catholic — a religious experience. Of course, after the game is when the action really heats up.
5) Xcel Energy Center The Minnesota Wild has the best building in the league, but it is in St. Paul. I prefer Minneapolis.