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.
34 Articles
34 Articles
What to expect from Busch Stadium's 'tarps off' section
The shirt-twirling fanatics took Busch Stadium by storm over the past week. Now, the Cardinals are debuting a designated fan section in the right field bleachers aimed to give room to fans who wish to support the team in a…
The 'Tarps Off' trend, explained
MLB
Will Guardians fans embrace MLB’s viral ‘tarps off’ fad when the team returns to Progressive Field?
CLEVELAND, Ohio — The Guardians were on the road when Major League Baseball’s latest viral fad truly took hold, but by the time Cleveland returns to Progressive Field next week, it would not be surprising if fans decided it’s time to go “tarps off.”
There is an epidemic in Major League Baseball, which has infected numerous fans.
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 52% of the sources are Center
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium













