Winter Haven’s Chain of Lakes Park transformed into baseball destination

A historic Winter Haven landmark is stepping up to the plate once again.

Chain of Lakes Park, once the spring training home for Major League Baseball, has been completely revitalized.

For decades, Chain of Lakes Park was the place to be in Winter Haven. Alex Dry tells me it was a community gathering spot where Major League Baseball took center stage.

Growing up here, going to spring training games, watching Roberto Alamar, Jim Thome, so many greats. Getting autographs from Bob Feller and just having an ultimate baseball experience here at the Chain of Lakes Park, Dry said.

Now, years after the pros left, the redevelopment of Chain of Lakes Park is bringing new life, new athletes, and major economic benefits to Winter Haven.

This is really one of the best facilities Ive ever seen anywh