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Talk Nats has led the way in coverage of the new Ballpark of the Palm Beaches with reviews of the new facility (TBOTPB and BPPB). This article looks at attendance during the first spring and what can be done to entice more fans to make the trip down to Florida.
Ballpark of the Palm Beaches Attendance
Spring training 2017 is just about over and by nearly all accounts the Nats new ballpark has been a tremendous success. Stellar reviews from the players and coaches on the improved practice fields and facilities, along with the short drive times for away games. Equally glowing reviews from the fans and reporters who visited the ballpark. So why did the Nats attendance drop for the third straight year and what can be done to reverse that trend? Continue reading
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