The months of June and July are routinely celebrated with hot dogs, popsicles and America’s pastime.
But a shift has been evident in Major League Baseball (MLB) throughout the past decade.
A sport that once dominated the world of professional leagues has since seen a drastic reduction in fan interest and ticket sales.
The once lively stadiums that hosted Ted Williams and Mickey Mantle now employ just a fraction of the maximum capacity.
Safeco Field, home of the Seattle Mariners, can hold upwards of 47,000 fans per game. This year’s average attendance at Safeco is only 26,000 fans per game, according to ESPN.