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Monday’s season opener with Blue Jays was the first pro sports event to operate at near capacity during the pandemic. More than 38,000 fans attended. After going fan-less during the inaugural season at the new ballpark, Wednesday’s matchup with the Toronto Blue Jays was the final game of their first homestand at Globe Life Field with fans in the stands. Before the opener, President Joe Biden criticized the Rangers for capacity decision.
The Texas Rangers say they are following state guidelines while allowing more fans at games than other pro sports teams have during the pandemic. And despite criticism this week, they’re sticking to the plan they announced last month. They’re now responding to some of the criticism over Monday’s home opener with a near-capacity crowd. That included the Tarrant County public health director.
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It’s a big week for the Texas Rangers and their fans. ARLINGTON, Texas – The Texas Rangers say the crowds at Tuesday and Wednesday’s games in Arlington were less than 50% capacity.
The Rangers’ plan following the home opener called for reduced capacity and more socially distanced seating sections. “There weren’t a lot of people around,” said Chris Schu. “And in the main walkways, people had masks on.” The Rangers responded to the criticism with a statement saying the team is “going significantly beyond the guidance from the state.” They require masks, have a physical distancing plan for concourses and restrooms, cashless transactions and enhanced sanitation of high-touch areas.
“That was hard. 40,000 people packed. COVID is still active. Flu is still active. Are we really wanting to ask for trouble? No, let’s not do that. Let’s be sensible about it,” he said. On Tuesday, Tarrant County Public Health Director Vinny Taneja also called the organization out.
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