I believe (and I could be wrong) that line actually was the home run line when they started playing there (or at least it was for several games I attended). I'm guessing they realized it played kinda small so they changed the rule to hitting it over the wall, and the line remains either for high...
100% agree. I've got a big TV and a comfy recliner, but I never even consider staying home. I've never really experienced any of those issues either, but if I did, (for me) it wouldn't come close to negating how much I enjoy tailgating and being at the game live with my friends. Not trying to...