Blue Jays have high expectations for attendance in 2026 despite ticket price surge

Feb 8, 2026 (10:16 PM)

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The heartbreak of Game 7 is still fresh, but it has ignited a fire in Toronto that will fill the Rogers Centre like it’s 1993 all over again.

After a magical 2025 season that ended just one win short of a championship, the Blue Jays have recaptured the city's heart.

We saw attendance jump to nearly 2.85 million last year, ranking 9th in MLB, but that was just the appetizer.

The "bandwagon" is officially full, and for the first time in a decade, a sellout streak feels inevitable.

The Rogers Centre renovations are finally complete, transforming the old concrete dome into a modern baseball cathedral.

With new premium clubs, social spaces like the "Corona Rooftop Patio," and seats facing the infield, the fan experience has never been better.

But let’s be real: people aren't coming for the cup holders; they are coming to see a winner.

This team won 94 games, conquered the AL East, and proved they can stand toe-to-toe with the Dodgers.

We often forget that in the early 90s, this was the hottest ticket in sports, drawing over 4 million fans back-to-back.

While the reduced capacity (approx. 41,500) makes hitting 4 million impossible today, a 3-million fan season is staring us in the face.

The energy in the city is palpable.

With Vladimir Guerrero Jr. locked up and the rotation looking like a juggernaut, the "FOMO" (fear of missing out) factor is at an all-time high.

Every game in April will feel like a statement.

It’s not just about supporting the team; it’s about being part of the redemption tour.

We aren't just watching baseball anymore; we are witnessing an era.

The only question left is: did you get your tickets yet?

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