Take me out to the ballgame—for $9.
Buy us some peanuts and cracker jacks for another $3.
The Rays recently announced their “Push for the Postseason” program for the team’s final homestand in September. A discount that includes 40% off stadium parking, tickets starting at $9 varying by seat location, and all sorts of hot dogs and snacks for essentially a handful of change.
All of which is aimed to get your arse in those seats at Tropicana Field. Because the Rays are once again in the thick of a Wild Card race—practically sitting dead even with the Mariners and Blue Jays—in which their final ten games at home will play a vital role.
Having you there matters! And now you can deliver the Rays your supreme fan mojo—your juju, your immaculate outfield vibes—without breaking the bank. Should you take them up on the offer, here are the five most pivotal games to mark on your calendar in the upcoming weeks.
Tampa Bay Rays vs. Texas Rangers
Friday, September 16, 7:10 p.m.
The first game of the home stretch falls on a Friday night against one of the weakest teams remaining on Tampa Bay’s schedule. Start things off right with a good old fashioned Texas clobbering.
Tampa Bay Rays vs. Houston Astros
Monday, September 19, 6:40 p.m.
The most stacked roster remaining on the schedule. And thus will require the loudest, best version of your Rays-cheering self.
Tampa Bay Rays vs. Houston Astros
Wednesday, September 21, 6:40 p.m.
Game 3 against the Astros, who no one likes and will almost certainly be a challenging foe come playoff time.
Tampa Bay Rays vs. Toronto Blue Jays
Thursday, September 22, 6:40 p.m.
The last home series against Toronto may just determine who comes down with home field advantage in the Wild Card round. Game 1 will be crucial.
Tampa Bay Rays vs. Toronto Blue Jays
Sunday, September 25, 1:10 p.m.
The final home game of the regular season. Barring anything drastic, Tampa Bay ought to be playoff bound once again. Send the boys off right.