Pope hats, bloody shirts and so many bobbleheads: The creative ways MLB teams lure fans to the park

The article from the Winnipeg Free Press discusses the various creative promotions and giveaways that Major League Baseball teams have been using to attract fans to their stadiums. These promotions range from themed nights, such as the Chicago White Sox's Pope hats night, to unique bobbleheads and even bar dice sets. The article notes that these creative promotions have contributed to an MLB-wide average attendance of 29,618 through Tuesday's games, the highest such number for a full season since 2017.

The article also mentions that innovative rules introduced by MLB in 2023, such as the pitch clock, have played a role in spurring fan interest, but it's clear that clever giveaways also play a significant role in driving ticket sales.

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