Two-FoldSchedule of Cardinals in Blues-Jets Game 7 Leaves Fans Confused and Criticized
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Swivel the calendar to Sunday, and St. Louis sports fans face a tricky pickle. The St. Louis Cardinals square off against the New York Mets in a doubleheader, while the hometown St. Louis Blues prepare for a thrilling game 7 in their series against the Winnipeg Jets.
Here's the hitch - the Cardinals' doubleheader clashes with the Blues' do-or-die playoff game, leaving fans in a predicament. To dodge rain, the Catbirds decided to play their games on Sunday, bumping up start times for a 12:15 PM local time match, followed by a 5:15 PM start.
But hold up, ain't this a perfect storm of drama?
The electric atmosphere at the Enterprise Center for game 6 was a clear sign that St. Louis is well and truly Blues-crazy. After an epic run that saw them bag the best record in the league from February's 4 Nations Face-Off through the season's end, the Blues stormed into the playoffs, giving the Presidents' Trophy-winning Jets a run for their money.
It's essential to bear in mind that game 7 unfolds in Winnipeg, not St. Louis. Still, one can't help wondering if the Cardinals hadn't thought about the fact that perhaps - just perhaps - hockey fans might be keen to catch the Blues potentially clinching a playoff series, rather than watching the backend of an early May doubleheader.
It seems the Cardinals didn't do the math, but our man Tim Healey, Mets beat writer, surely did.
As per ESPN, the Cardinals boast an average fan attendance of 28,637 per game this season. The question remains if going toe-to-toe with the Blues' playoff showdown impacts that number.
Now, let's shed some light on what happens when schedules butt heads between the Cardinals and Blues. Here's the lowdown:
- Divided Attention: When both teams face off at the same time, fans might find themselves torn between events, leading to lower attendance at one or both.
- Logistical Challenges: Navigating between venues or managing scheduling conflicts becomes a hurdle for fans who wish to catch both games.
- Media and Broadcasting: Conflicts in broadcasting can affect viewership by splitting games between channels or delaying shows.
- Local Support: Both teams enjoy local adoration, but when schedules clash, fans may select their favorite team or be swayed by rivalries.
- An exciting conundrum faces St. Louis sports enthusiasts on Sunday, as both the Cardinals and Blues have significant games.
- While the Cardinals are set for a doubleheader against the Mets, the Blues are preparing for an enthralling game 7 against the Winnipeg Jets.
- The timing of the Cardinals' doubleheader clashes with the Blues' crucial playoff game, causing a predicament for fans.
- Interestingly, ESPN reports that the Cardinals have an average attendance of 28,637 per game this season. It's intriguing to consider if this number will be impacted by their clash with the Blues' playoff showdown.
- Viewers might encounter logistical challenges if they wish to attend or watch both games, as well as potential broadcasting conflicts due to overlapping schedules.
