If I can make a formal request to anyone here to is a regular game-goer at the Trop...

We need "Save The Hoodie" signage!

With Major League Baseball's overlords passing judgment that Maddon has to give up wearing his hooded sweater for game days, we need fans attending games to SPEAK UP in defense of the coach's fashion statement.  There's nothing wrong with a hoodie, people.  It keeps you warm during April road games in 35 degree rainy weather.  It's safe and comfortable and relaxing to wear.  If the coach wants to go with a lowered-hood look, so be it.  There are other bigger problems (empty seats across the league, for one thing!) that the Baseball overlords ought to be fretting over.

So if you can, please and thanks, get the signage up in the outfield.  Get the signage up in the First Base sidelines.  Get the signage up in the Ybor party area!  Get the signs up!

SAVE THE HOODIE!

Woot.