Do you want to go to Fenway Park to watch the Red Sox this summer?

TL;DR

Fenway Park is facing increased attendance from opposing fans, raising concerns among Red Sox supporters. The atmosphere feels different this summer, prompting questions about fan loyalty and attendance.

Key points

Fenway Park's atmosphere is changing with more opposing fans.
Red Sox fans express concerns about team performance.
Attendance may be affected this summer due to fan dissatisfaction.

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Kyle Schwarber

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May 14, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Philadelphia Phillies designated hitter Kyle Schwarber (12) runs out the bases after hitting a two run home run against the Boston Red Sox during the eighth inning at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images | Eric Canha-Imagn Images If you’re visiting Over the Monster this morning, it’s because you care about the Boston Red Sox. Every day, most of us read, write, and talk about a baseball team that is, at the very least, background noise for our summers. Whether at the game, on the television, or on the radio, the Red Sox are the soundtrack to my life. Shoutout, Kid Cudi. I went to Fenway Park last night (not a humble brag), and I had serious concerns upon leaving. Not just about the team, but about what it sounded like in the stadium. We all know act that opposing fans have been slowly increasing their presence at Fenway in recent years, but it’s not even summer vacation season yet, and it’s getting ugly. When Kyle Schwarber hit his nightly home run, it genuinely sounded like a home game for the Phillies. I had a perfect view from behind the Phillies’ on-deck circle, seats that were certainly not the ones that I paid for, as it was plenty easy to move up thanks to the weather and the product on the field these days. As an Always Sunny episode unfolded around me, there was very little that Red Sox fans in attendance could yell back. I wasn’t even mad about the home run, as Schwarber is my favorite non-Red Sox player, and he should still be playing in Boston in my opinion. Dave Dombrowski should also still be the GM of this team. And there should be star power still residing on the Boston bench, as it did on the other side of the infield this week. Unfortunately, we’re stuck with this team. As someone with very few hobbies, I want to be at the ballfield all summer. It’s just a matter of whether it’s *this* ballfield. Even when the team is ordinary, Fenway is usually a sellout during the summer months, but this year just feels different. People are *pissed*. So, do you want to go to Fenway Park this summer? Will you go less often than you usually do? Talk about this or whatever else you want in thus space and, as always, be good to each other.

Q&A

Why are opposing fans increasing at Fenway Park this summer?

Opposing fans have been steadily increasing their presence at Fenway Park, leading to a noticeable shift in the stadium's atmosphere.

What are the concerns of Red Sox fans about attending games this year?

Red Sox fans are worried about the team's performance and the growing presence of opposing fans, which has altered the traditional home game experience.

Will Fenway Park sell out games this summer despite fan concerns?

Historically, Fenway Park sells out during summer months, but this year may be different due to fans feeling dissatisfied with the team's performance.