By 1900 , spectators flocked to the Powell Street Grounds to see Vancouver 's own semi-professional club .
Vancouver was a brand - new city in 1887 when its first game of baseball was played .
By 1900 , spectators flocked to the Powell Street Grounds to see city 's own semi-professional club .
Vancouver was a brand - new city in 1887 when its first game of baseball was played .