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Rockies Fan Hit by Foul Ball Cites Poor Play in Lawsuit Against Team
Rockies fan Timothy Roeckel is suing the team after a foul ball strike, claiming poor play and obstructed views contributed to his injury
The New York Yankees fan who attempted to rip a ball out of Los Angeles Dodgers’ outfielder Mookie Betts‘ glove seemingly has no regrets — despite getting ejected from the World Series game. The lawsuit also alleges that the Rockies’ poor play has contributed to an atmosphere at Coors Field where the baseball itself is secondary to the “socializing, dining and business networking [that] have become the primary focus for many attendees.” “This cultural shift is not incidental but rather encouraged by [the Rockies’] own marketing and design choices, which emphasize hospitality and off-field amenities over fan vigilance,” the suit reads.
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