'That is what second-rate franchises do': Yankees' ticket policy draws criticism

"Sales to this event will be restricted to residents of New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and Pennsylvania,"

"Residency will be based on credit card billing address. Orders by residents outside New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and Pennsylvania will be canceled without notice and refunds given."

""Yankees blocking Red Sox fans from buying tickets," wrote Francesa. "That is what second-rate franchises do. The once-proud [Bronx] Bombers have become a sad joke!""

Ticket sales for a Yankees postseason game were restricted to residents of New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and Pennsylvania, with residency determined by credit-card billing address. Orders placed by residents outside those four states are subject to cancellation and refund. Ticketmaster stated that the restriction was requested by the Yankees. A Yankees spokesperson said the policy has been in place since 2018 and that the included states represent a majority of average attendance, intending to give that audience the best chance to attend playoff games. The policy was also presented as a tool to curb bot activity, prompting social media criticism.

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