Will there be fans in attendance at Petco Park this season? It is too early to say with certainty and that is a good thing: it reflects an acknowledgment of influential factors that change every day. As time proceeds our science gets smarter, the coronavirus variants adopt, and our community case count fluctuates.
Note: Yes fans are allowed at spring training games.
In early March, California Governor Gavin Newsom expressed ‘confidence’ that California baseball teams would host fans in their stadiums. The roster of teams in the state includes the Los Angeles Angels, Los Angeles Dodgers, Oakland Athletics, San Francisco Giants and the Padres.
MLB has said it will not require testing or proof of vaccination for fans in attendance. But added that these league guidelines could change pending any major advancement in technology. Specifics will then fall to the individual teams and their ballparks, who will outline their own protocols for letting
As the COVID vaccine becomes more available and accessible in San Diego and our community continues to adhere to spread-reduction behaviors, the expectation is that MLB capacities will increase throughout the season.
Its surely a glass half-full/half-empty situation so view it as you like. At least the games are being played!
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