Stadium Review: Melaleuca Field of the Idaho Falls Chukars

Most people probably have never heard of the Idaho Falls Chukars, the class A affiliate of the Kansas City Royals, but they are thriving in the small western town. Due to their location, the team has experienced a turnover in organization affiliation and names during their existence, but that does not take away from their stadium. The Royals had a chance to not re-up their contract after the 2008 season, but signed an extension with those in Idaho Falls. Built in 2007, the 3,400 seat capacity stadium is much roomier than most stadiums of that size. Although it certainly does not give off the vibe that is only two years old, it isn?t a terrible place to watch a game either. Probably the most interesting part of the stadium is the hot tub located down the first base line where fans can relax during games. Sponsored by a local hot tub company, the tub can sit about four people at a time and runs almost the entirety of the game. Gimmicks such as this are usually reserved for the big l...