The exterior of Engel Stadium, showing signs of damage.

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A report that Engel Stadium may soon be demolished is prompting some backlash.

The list of stars that have played at the ballpark reads like a list of baseball royalty.

From Lou Gehrig to Hank Aaron, Engel Stadium is one of the most historic places here in the Scenic City.

However, a report that this stadium may soon go away, is leaving some concern about Chattanooga’s commitment to historic places.

Grace Allen says she just graduated as a history major in May from UTC.

She says while working next door for the school, she became fascinated with the history and state of Engel Stadium.

Allen said, “After storms, I’ve seen pieces of the roof and certain construction materials like nails fall off into th

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