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Record Breaking Low Attendance at Busch Stadium for St. Louis Cardinals Game
The St. Louis Cardinals recently made history, but not in a way they would have hoped. As they took the field at Busch Stadium, the sea of red seats caught the attention of many. It was clear that this game was going to have the smallest home crowd in the stadium’s history.
Despite the team’s popularity and success, the turnout for this game was shockingly low. Fans and analysts alike were left wondering what could have caused such a significant drop in attendance.
Some speculate that the weekday game, combined with unfavorable weather conditions, may have deterred fans from coming out to support their beloved Cardinals. Others point to the team’s recent struggles on the field as a possible reason for the lack of attendance.
Regardless of the cause, the sight of so many empty seats in the usually packed stadium was a stark reminder of the challenges facing the team and the sport as a whole. With competition from other forms of entertainment and rising ticket prices, it’s becoming increasingly difficult to fill stadiums and maintain a strong fan base.
But despite the disappointing turnout, the Cardinals put on a show for those who did show up. The players gave it their all and the energy in the stadium was still electric. It was a reminder that, no matter the size of the crowd, the love and passion for the game will always
Red Seats Galore: Cardinals Play in Front of Smallest Home Crowd in Busch Stadium III History
The St. Louis Cardinals made history on Monday, Aug. 25 when they played in front of the smallest home crowd ever at Busch Stadium III. With only 17,675 tickets sold, the game against the Pittsburgh Pirates had over 2,000 more empty seats than any game outside of the COVID years.
28 Years Later: Cardinals Play in Front of Less Than 20,000 Fans for the First Time Since 1997
It was a rare sight for the Cardinals to play in front of such a small crowd, with the last time being 28 years ago on Aug. 25, 1997. On that day, only 16,965 fans were in attendance, but it was due to a snowout in April. This season, the Cardinals have only played in front of less than 20,000 fans during their four-game series against the Pirates, with an average of just 18,752 fans per game.
From Second to Nineteenth: Cardinals’ Home Attendance Drops Dramatically
The Cardinals, who finished second in home attendance in 2022, have now fallen to the nineteenth spot. Even the New York Yankees, known for their strong fan base, couldn’t help sell out Busch Stadium during their series in August. The average attendance for the series was just 30,111 fans.
Cardinals’ Leadership Acknowledges Need for Improvement
Cardinals’ Vice President for Ticket Sales Joe Strohm addressed the declining attendance, stating that there is work to be done to earn back the fans’ support. He emphasized the importance of earning people’s discretionary income in the entertainment industry.
No Changes Made: Cardinals Fail to Address Attendance Issues
Despite the declining attendance, the Cardinals did not make any significant changes during the offseason. They only signed one free agent and have yet to promote their top prospect, JJ Wetherholt, despite a need in the infield.
A Stunning Fall from Grace for the Cardinals
The Cardinals’ reputation as having the “Best Fans in Baseball” may have taken a hit following the retirement of beloved players like Yadier Molina and Adam Wainwright. However, their drop in attendance is still surprising for a franchise that has consistently been a top contender in the league. With a potential third consecutive year of missing the playoffs, the Cardinals’ leadership must address the issue of declining attendance before it’s too late.
