The Indians are on the verge of making the playoffs. What better time to look back at the construction of their home, Progressive Field. (Though it’ll always be The Jake to us.)
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Cranes to erect beams are visibleAn aerial view of the constructionCleveland Freight Terminal cleared in 1987 to make way for the field.Almost there–the field is getting preparedEarly in the construction process, crews are excavating the landEarly in the construction process, crews are excavating the landView of the construction from across the street near Erie Street CemeteryNothing but a sign indicating what will be built on this landConstruction crews start getting to workCrews are busy erecting support beamsAn aerial view of the construction, which is almost completeThe roof being constructedAnother aerial look at the constructionConstruction on the land gets underway
