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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla – Rays fans brought the postseason energy back to Tropicana Field, even as the team played on the road in Cleveland.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Tropicana Field ALCS Watch Party <\/p>\n
The backstory:<\/p>\n
From first-time attendees to lifelong fans, people filled the stands and took to the field to watch the Rays battle for and score the lead in the ALCS.<\/p>\n
For Cesar Larios Sr. and his son, Cesar Larios Jr., cheering on Tampa Bay is a family tradition. Watching the team together made the experience even more meaningful.<\/p>\n
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Larios Sr. said, “I think we’re going to win the whole thing. Absolutely. We can do it. We have the guys. We got the Rays magic.”<\/p>\n
Tampa Fan Experience Activities <\/p>\n
Local perspective:<\/p>\n
The watch party offered more than just a chance to follow the game. Families could play catch on the field, get their faces painted, collect giveaways and take photos with Rays mascots Raymond and DJ Kitty.<\/p>\n
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The activities gave fans a chance to experience the postseason atmosphere together without traveling to Cleveland.<\/p>\n
Game 6 Schedule and Details <\/p>\n
What’s next:<\/p>\n
Fans are expected back at Tropicana Field for Game 6 of the ALCS. Rally towels will be waiting on each seat, doors open at 5 p.m., and first pitch is scheduled for 8 p.m.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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The Source: The information in this story came from FOX 13 reporting from the Tropicana Field watch party, including interviews with Rays fans and information about the Game 6 fan experience.<\/p>\n
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