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Lapping Up a Major Victory, And Luxuries, at New Stadium
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With the crowds, however, came predictably long lines. Even though the food stands seemed to never end, most were crowded before the game.
The most crowded food vendor by far was the D.C. hot dog franchise Ben's Chili Bowl.
"We really, really want Ben's," said Lisa Amans of Bethesda, who had waited 20 minutes to reach the halfway point in line. "I wish the line was a little shorter, but so far, this is looking like a good experience."
Many fans marveled at the expansive concourse. "It's so open, you don't realize you're in the stadium until you look down and see the seats," Georgia Hinn of Alexandria said. She and her husband, Jerry, rested on leather seats in the President's Club, listening to live blues music as the stands filled.
Outside the park, one protester carried a "Boo Bush" sign. He wore a Redskins cap and did not have a ticket to the game.
"Bush got us in a costly war," said the man, who declined to give his name. "The money could have been better spent here at home."
Celebrities, including CNN host Wolf Blitzer and Redskins quarterback Jason Campbell, mingled among the commoners. "This is a historic moment, so I wanted to be here," said Campbell, adding that he is friends with the Nats' third baseman.
Ryan Zimmerman.
