I asked Pirates president Travis Williams what happened to PiratesFest. Here's his answer. He started by explaining '21 was impacted by COVID, '22 by the lockout.
@JMackeyPG Lazy and short sighted by the organization. Underperforming on and off the field.
@JMackeyPG A very weak answer by Bobs top Lieutenant Travis. Every team had a fans fest except the Pirates and White Sox .
@JMackeyPG Not a terrible answer, just two months late. And he should have taken more credit for the out-of-town scoreboard when it was announced. This guy really needs some comms 101 training. Or an assistant.
@JMackeyPG Would have been nice this season with Cutch's return.
@JMackeyPG The Pirates front office continues to amaze with their total and complete lack of care and compassion when it comes to the fans. Congratulations on continuing to be a total disgrace fellas. Well done
@JMackeyPG More excuses. Hilarious attendance is down. Liars.
@JMackeyPG This explanation is just another example of poor public relations on the Pirates part. Most people can't afford season tickets but are loyal fans. It is a mistake to eliminate Piratefest and alienate the largest segment of fans. Will this team ever learn?
@JMackeyPG He’s nothing but a liar and a charlatan ! Biggest JOKE of an organization in ALL of Sports. Everything that comes out of his mouth ( and the majority of the organization) is a Lie. PIRATES are the biggest CON since Bernie Madoff !!
@JMackeyPG Didn’t other teams continue to do there winter fests?