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While attendance figures are often the headline, the reality of baseball economics suggests that revenue is a more crucial metric for teams. The ongoing discussion about attendance brings to light how baseball’s financial health is tied not solely to the number of fans in seats but to the revenue generated per attendee. For instance, a stadium may sell a ticket for $100, but the revenue from a large crowd of attendees paying only a dollar each may not cover operational costs effectively. According to industry insights, the financial model of baseball is more sustainable when teams focus on generating higher ticket prices, ensuring food, beverage, and merchandise sales that count towards total revenue.