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MLB clubs could allow fans on 'case-by-case basis' at some point?

By Zac Wassink | Last updated 7/21/20

Some out there hoping to attend live MLB games this summer amid the worsening coronavirus pandemic may be in luck.

As MLB insider Jon Morosi tweeted, United States Sen. Pat Toomey held a virtual discussion on Tuesday about MLB's return-to-play format that gets underway with a Thursday doubleheader. During the chat, MLB senior vice president of labor relations and deputy general counsel Patrick Houlihan teased that the league and clubs could discuss the topic of fans potentially attending games "if conditions change" and on a "case by case basis" as the season progresses:

. @MLB would consider applications from teams to welcome fans into ballparks on a “case by case basis and make a holistic determination on whether it’s advisable,” Houlihan told @SenToomey. Teams must consult with state/local jurisdictions before Commissioner makes decision.
— Jon Morosi (@jonmorosi) July 21, 2020

NASCAR has allowed spectators to attend multiple races at reduced venue capacities this summer. The Indianapolis Motor Speedway announced on Tuesday that the venue can be filled to 25% capacity for the Aug. 23 Indy 500. The University of Texas hopes to fill Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium to 50% capacity for home games this fall.

As noted by WKYC, the Cleveland Indians are among MLB franchises that have surveyed supporters about attending games over the 60-game regular season.

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