That's a really nice piece - nice that it was done in an understated way to benefit the hostages, not MLB's publicity machine.
It's interesting that none of the stories in the article talked about the people with the lifetime pass attempting to go to sold-out games (like NY/Bos, SF/LA or playoff/World Series). I wonder what would have happened then? If the home team had any brains, they'd honour the pass and give them a seat in one of the luxury boxes (if they couldn't find one in the stands).
I had the exact same thought, grum. I imagine that all stadiums have special seating for surprise guests (dignitaries, corporate overlords, etc.), but I'd love to see some confirmation and details on that.
I think you get put in one of the standing areas.
Somebody currently at MLB needs to remember things like that pass and why baseball was once "America's Pastime." That's a really nice piece - nice that it was done in an understated way to benefit the hostages, not MLB's publicity machine. Perhaps MLB does remember, and does stuff like this all the time, but doesn't over-publicize it because it would be distasteful. Thanks for posting this, Ufez. It's a keeper.
Wonderful read, UJ. Thanks.
