
The Canadian Business Online Fan Value Index ranks the major league teams and ballparks by the overall league standing, average cost for a family of four to attend a game, and payroll. The best deal in baseball this season was enjoyed by fans of the Tampa Bay Rays — the cost to attend a game was cheapest in the majors, and thanks to a team that placed 3rd overall, they were most likely to enjoy watching their team win.
Source: 2008 Team Marketing Report
1 Index includes two (2) adult average price tickets, two (2) child average price tickets, two (2) small draft beers, four (4) small soft drinks, four (4) regular size hot dogs, parking for one (1) car, two (2) game programs and two (2) least expensive, adult-size adjustable caps. The MLB average is $191.92
2 Weighting: Standing (60%), Fan Cost Index (30%), Payroll (10%). The lower the score, the better the deal for fans.