It’s easy to get swept up in the excitement of the Marlins’ rebuild. You have a leadership group that is attempting to represent Miami more authentically than the old regime ever did, with a coherent talent acquisition philosophy that could finally bring an end to this insufferable postseason drought.
But outside of our little bubble, the Marlins are still a punchline.
Through the years, even with the benefit of a new facility and factoring in the relatively small seating capacity, their home games have been poorly attended. The 2018 season, in particular, was a relentless barrage of attendance jokes.