What You Need to Know Before Attending an MLB Game

Recently, I attended my first Texas Rangers game in 25 years. This time, it was at Globe Life Field. Also, it was City Connect night, meaning that I wore my red City Connect jersey and hat. I had an amazing time and the energy at GLF was electric. There's a few more weeks until the 2026 Major League Baseball season comes to a close, so you have plenty of time to attend a game. Before you do that, I'll go over a list of things you need to know before going to a game in person. We don't know if there will be baseball played in 2027, but I believe that the following entries on this list will be beneficial to you.

Tickets

The average cost for an MLB ticket is about $35.00. Please note that prices do vary by team and matchup. If you're going to a baseball game as a family, the cost could be less than $500, factoring in concessions, parking, and merchandise. If your team makes it to the World Series, the cost of a ticket might cost you hundreds or thousands of dollars.

Wear Your Gear Proudly

Many people would wear just a jersey and hat to an MLB game, which I did when I attended a Rangers game recently. Whatever you decide to wear is up to you. Besides, there's no such thing as having too much team spirit. No matter how you support your team, do whatever makes you happy.

Keep Plenty of Cash on You for Food and Merchandise

At Globe Life Field, where the Texas Rangers play, if you want to purchase food or merchandise, you pay for them by either credit card or debit. Make sure you have plenty of funds available. I needed something sweet for me to enjoy, so I bought an ice cream waffle bowl. I got to add my own toppings, such as sprinkles and chocolate syrup. The cost of it was a little over $10, but it was worth it.

Mind Your P's and Q's

I can't stress this enough, but attending an MLB game is a privilege, not a right. Also, you're a guest at someone else's house. If you're unfamiliar of what the expression I used for this entry means, it's another way of saying to be mindful of how you behave. Manners and courtesy aren't automatically thrown out the window once you're at a baseball game. Conduct yourself in a manner that the ballpark you're visiting deems as acceptable. You can have a great time and be considerate of other fans. I've written numerous stories about me calling out unruly fans for their behavior at games. Whether or not I like certain players or teams, I'm still going to show and treat them with respect.

Don't Be "That" Person

Allow me to elaborate on what I mean by not being "that" person. There have been stories in the past several years of grown adults snatching baseballs from children, whether it's a foul ball or home run ball. People aren't going to like you and might end up on the news. If a foul ball comes at your direction and a kid is nearby, give it to them. It's a souvenir for them. If you follow this unwritten rule, you should be fine. Another thing that's a huge no-no is interfering with a player during an active play, such as a hit that's ruled fair or a home run. During one game of the 2024 World Series between the New York Yankees and Los Angeles Dodgers, two Yankees fans tried to grab Mookie Betts' wrist while he was trying to catch a ball. Those two fans would end up being banned from all games. Finally, let's talk about not taunting players. It's one thing to support your team and dislike certain players from an opposing team, but getting under their skins in a disrespectful way is unacceptable. While most players can joke around and engage in playful banter with fans, others can tolerate so much. Last season, a fan hurled disrespectful remarks towards Ketel Marte about his deceased mother. I called the fans out who were cosigning with that fan's disgusting conduct. No one, under any circumstances, should talk about anyone's parents in a negative manner. Leave people's parents, famous or not, out of your toxic mindset. The last thing you want is to become is a trending topic online. To sum up everything I've gone over and to end this story: act you age, not your shoe size. Act accordingly and how your parents raised you.