from a story by George Vecsey...
Some people think the Tampa Bay Rays are in the World Series because of the talent of the players. Not enough attention, however, has been given to the Rays’ secret weapon — the ancient American staple, the peanut butter and jelly sandwich.
This is true. The Rays are here because of the outstanding good karma of allowing fans to bring their own food and drinks into the dome, which they could not do until three years ago. One reporter recalls not being allowed to bring a sandwich into Tropicana Field under the old ownership.
In most sports arenas and stadiums in this great land of freedom and opportunity, people can probably slip in a sandwich or unobtrusive snacks. But with inspections at every gate, fans are not allowed to bring anything substantial or drinks of any kind — and often get the feeling they will be taken under the stands and beaten with rubber hoses if they try.
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wanna know something funny? it's been the entire season, and most of the post season, and the dang team is in the world series, but I still have the 'devil' in my category designation. ha. did their deal with him expire? looks like their new master is even more powerful. did I mention I'm moving across the street from a mega church? not on purpose but clearly it's impacting me. go phillies.
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