The Cleveland Indians Home Opener is a big deal in this city — even during lackluster years, that first game sells out. And fans lucky enough to get tickets make an entire day of celebrating baseball (for better or worse). Here are some of the kinds of folks you’re likely to see out and about before and after first pitch come April 6. Go team!
The Cleveland Indians Home Opener is a big deal in this city — even during lackluster years, that first game sells out. And fans lucky enough to get tickets make an entire day of celebrating baseball (for better or worse). Here are some of the kinds of folks you’re likely to see out and about before and after first pitch come April 6. Go team!
The Dufus Decked Out in Chief Wahoo Garb
Without fail, this type of person is out every year rocking the head dress. Sometimes, they’ll even don a little red face paint.
Scene Archive PhotoThe Girlfriend Who Didn’t Want to Go, But Did Anyway
It’s not easy being the girlfriend of a major Indians fan, and sometimes that means sucking it up and supporting him.
Photo via r0dak/InstagramThe Dude Who Didn’t Quite Make It To The Game
Sometimes, adulting can be challenging.
Photo via itsme_free/InstagramThe Wild Thing Knockoff
While this look does prove dedication, unless you’re Charlie Sheen, it’s near impossible to pull off.
Photo via jopremcak/Instagram Credit: Photo via jopremcak/InstagramThe Guy With No Shirt On … In April
Just because you can, doesn’t mean you should.
Photo via christ0pher.jay/InstagramThe Drummer
Yes, if you’re lucky, you may have a John Adams sighting.
Photo via b_sieg/InstagramThe Bundled-Up Cheering Section
True Indians fans know that they must prepare for all of the elements when it comes to Opening Day. And there’s no shame in bringing every blanket you own for the occasion.
Emanuel Wallace PhotoThe Mascot Trying To Hang With Your Family
He’s big and purple, and seriously, Slider can get a little too nosy.
Photo via indiaalanna/InstagramThe Protester
Every year they have the same refrain, and yet nothing ever changes. One day it will.
Scene Archives PhotoThe Hot Dog(s)
They’re basically as popular as some of the players these days.
Emanuel Wallace PhotoThe People Doing The O-H-I-O Pose
It’s always important to remind yourself which state (of mind) you’re in. Especially on Opening Day.
Photo via Kersh311/InstagramThe Old School Fan
Most likely seen keeping score and listening to the game with headphones.The Fan In the Yankees Hat
It’s inevitable, but still upsetting.
Photo via biffer15/InstagramThe Friend Who Still Thinks Grady Sizemore’s On The Team
He’s the friend who wants to be into the Indians … in theory. He’s usually pretty easy to spot, as he doesn’t own any Indians gear.
Emanuel Wallace PhotoThe Guy Who Spends All Game In the Bar and Doesn’t Watch a Single Pitch
Yes, it’s fun to hang out in the standing room area, and there are lots of new places to eat, but this fella will enjoy it all and none of the game.
Emanuel Wallace PhotoThe Parents Who Spend All Game Getting Their Kids Food and Going to the Bathroom
At least the kids are cute.
Photo via luebes/Instagram
