FOR THE WIN

fter taking a break from the ballpark during the pandemic, visitors to Busch sports columnist Ben Frederickson wrote, “The Commissioner’s Trophy should be coveted, not misconstrued as some warped tourist attraction for selfie seekers.”) Whatever one’s take on the trophy, there is reason to celebrate downtown. Centene Stadium is taking shape a few blocks west, where St. Louis CITY SC will take the field next year. The reimagined Gateway Arch grounds and Union Station are drawing visitors and locals alike. And Ballpark Village has added new draws, including local favorites Arch Apparel, Salt + Smoke, and Katie’s Pizza & Pasta Osteria. Now that’s a winner.