Baseball oddity! In a bizarre twist, the matchup between MLB's two worst teams, the Colorado Rockies and the Chicago White Sox, is a surprising sell-out. Despite their dismal records, fans are flocking to Coors Field for the three-game series.
Rockies' Struggles, Fans Still Show Up
The Rockies, currently sporting a 20-67 record, are last in the National League. Their season started with a historically bad 9-50 stretch. However, they've managed to maintain strong attendance figures, averaging 29,501 fans per game. Why?
More Than Just Baseball
It seems the allure of Coors Field itself plays a significant role. Located in downtown Denver, the stadium offers stunning views of the Rocky Mountains and a vibrant atmosphere. Fans enjoy the pre-game rooftop patio with affordable beers and the stadium's relaxed policy on outside food. As one fan put it, it might be more about the "Coors than the Field."
White Sox Seek to Avoid History
The White Sox, with a 28-59 record, hold the unfortunate distinction of setting the modern-era losses record last year with 121. They're hoping to avoid a repeat performance. While their attendance has been lower (27th in MLB), a sweep against the Rockies would certainly help them distance themselves from that historical low.
A Series of Infamy?
The Rockies entered the Fourth of July weekend series against the White Sox at Coors Field with a 20-67 record, on pace to lose 125 games. Last season, the White Sox lost 121 games, setting baseball’s modern-era record for ineptitude. The Rockies are not going to lose 122 games. Maybe 115, but not 122.
Will this series be a memorable one? Only time will tell, but it's certainly a unique event in the baseball world!