Home / Sports / Rockies Fan Trend 'Tarps Off' Claims MLB Origin
Rockies Fan Trend 'Tarps Off' Claims MLB Origin
30 Jun
Summary
- Rockies player claims Denver fans started MLB's Tarps Off trend.
- Tarps Off phenomenon began at Coors Field on April 8, 2026.
- Fans and players praise the trend for boosting team energy.
A viral fan-created trend, 'Tarps Off,' is gaining significant traction across Major League Baseball, but new claims suggest its origins lie with Colorado Rockies fans. Outfielder Mickey Moniak stated that the trend began in Denver, not St. Louis as widely reported.
The movement reportedly kicked off at Coors Field on April 8, 2026, during a game against the Houston Astros, a full month before it was observed at Busch Stadium. Fans recall the initial spark in Section 333, with chants echoing and drawing more attendees.
Coors Field staff have developed a strategy to accommodate the 'Tarps Off' participants in open seating areas, ensuring it enhances the game atmosphere without disrupting other fans' experiences. The trend involves fans removing their shirts and enthusiastically cheering for their team.
Players, including Jake McCarthy and Kyle Karros, have expressed their enjoyment of the trend, noting how it boosts team energy. Manager Warren Schaeffer also voiced support, seeing it as a positive display of fan enthusiasm that can potentially aid the team's performance.
