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Angels' 'Tarps Off' Cheer Fuels Historic Comeback Win
22 Jul
Summary
- Angels secured a rare win when trailing in the ninth inning.
- Fans waved shirts in a 'tarps off' cheer, a movement adopted by both teams.
- The Angels' win occurred despite their current 40-61 record.
The Angels secured a dramatic 3-2 walk-off victory against the Cardinals on Monday night, a win notable for breaking a 106-game streak of losses when trailing in the ninth inning. The team's enthusiastic fans played a role, engaging in the "tarps off" cheer from the right-field seats. This vibrant fan activity, where hundreds wave shirts, has become a popular phenomenon this season, originating with Cardinals fans.
Despite the celebratory win, the Angels continue to struggle, holding a 40-61 record and sitting well behind the division lead. The "tarps off" movement has also served as a platform for fan discontent, with "Sell the team" chants heard from the same section, reflecting frustration with owner Arte Moreno.
Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol had previously encouraged the cheer, even offering support to fans at Busch Stadium. However, Angels supporters returned the gesture, contributing to a tense game where the Cardinals' pitcher plunked Jo Adell with the bases loaded in the bottom of the ninth, allowing the winning run to score.
