Milwaukee Brewers promised a ticket to any future game for $1K. Some fans now unhappy with World Series seats.
Chicago Tribune • • sports
Key Points:
- Over a decade ago, the Milwaukee Brewers sold "Timeless Tickets" for $1,000, granting fans admission to any future game, including the World Series.
- With the Brewers reaching the World Series for the first time since 1982, several hundred Timeless Ticket holders sought to redeem their tickets, leading to logistical issues and dissatisfaction with seat locations.
- Fans like Danny Fochesato, who purchased a Timeless Ticket in 2015 expecting priority access to the best seats, found themselves offered only upper-level or standing-room options for the World Series games.
- The Brewers acknowledged errors in communication and seat allocation, and as a resolution, they are allowing Timeless Ticket holders to keep their World Series tickets while retaining their Timeless Tickets for future use.
- Brewers president Rick Schlesinger expressed regret for the mishandling and emphasized the team's commitment to providing a positive experience for Timeless Ticket holders at American Family Field.
