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Shirtless fans become ‘Tarps Off’ stars at baseball stadiums

The shirtless fan trend is drawing bigger crowds and louder sections, and MLB attendance is up about 1,000 fans per game, officials said.

  • A group of shirtless fans called the 'tarps off' squad became a sensation at baseball stadiums, starting with a St. Louis Cardinals game where their energy inspired the manager.
  • The shirtless fan tradition spread to other MLB teams, with players and mascots embracing the 'college atmosphere' created by the younger fans.
  • The 'tarps off' trend has potentially become a lasting tradition in MLB due to the viral enthusiasm it generated, originating from a group of college students in East Texas.
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The Washington Post broke the news on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
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