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The 2023 World Series Is Your Chance To Score ‘Taco Bell For Life’

Author Phil Harris
Kyle Schwarber #12 of the Philadelphia Phillies steals second base past Jose Altuve #27 of the Houston Astros in the seventh inning in Game One of the 2022 World Series at Minute Maid Park on October 28, 2022 in Houston, Texas. By doing so, Schwarber became America's "Taco Hero" in Taco Bell's annual "Steal a Base, Steal a Taco" promotion. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)

October means it’s baseball playoff time. That also means Taco Bell is bringing back “Steal A Base, Steal A Taco.” According to Today, Taco Bell has teamed up with Topps and Major League Baseball for their beefed-up 2023 World Series promotion.

Taco Bell will once again crown the first player to steal a base in the World Series as America’s “Taco Hero.” Last year, it was Kyle Schwarber of the Philadelphia Phillies who earned free tacos for Taco Bell Rewards Members nationwide. However, there are more ways to win in 2023.

You can also snag free food is by predicting who the “Taco Hero” will be this year. Taco Bell Rewards Members can submit their guesses on the Taco Bell app until 11:59 p.m. PT on Thursday, October 26th, the night before Game One of the World Series. Successful prognosticators will be get a free Nacho Cheese Doritos Locos Taco and, as a bonus, a free medium fountain drink. Winners have 10 days after the first stolen base to claim these offers on the Taco Bell app.

Taco Bell For Life!

But wait, there’s more. A lot more! The bar has been raised even higher for this year’s edition of “Steal a Base, Steal a Taco.” One lucky Taco Bell fan will score the biggest steal of the season with the opportunity to win Taco Bell for Life. It’s sort of like Willy Wonka with his Golden Tickets. Here’s how it can happen for you:

  • Taco Bell and trading card brand Topps have created a limited-edition run of Topps TacoFractor cards.
  • The special cards are hidden at random and already in circulation within Topps Chrome and Cosmic Chrome baseball card packs.
  • Taco Bell Rewards Members will also have first come, first serve access to free Topps cards via the Taco Bell app on Tuesday, October 10th.
  • If you find a TacoFractor card of the first player who steals a base during the 2023 World Series, you could score Taco Bell for life in the form of a $15,000 digital Taco Bell gift card, plus a separate check for $5,250 to help defray tax liability.
  • If the player who steals the first base in the 2023 World Series is not featured on one of the special TacoFractor cards, any holder of a TacoFractor Wild Card will win the Taco Bell for Life prize.
  • There will be up to five winners. For more information about the promotion, visit toppstacofractor.com and click on Terms & Conditions.

Who Will Win The 2023 World Series?

The 2023 World Series begins Friday, October 27th on FOX and the FOX Sports app. As for which teams will potentially be in this year’s Fall Classic, Draft Kings has their odds posted here. There’s a chance we could see a repeat of last year’s match-up between the Philadelphia Phillies and Houston Astros.

Happy Little Ballplayers…

Oh, and one more thing. I haven’t collected baseball cards since I was a kid, but I have to say that I’m very impressed with some of the things that Topps has been putting out lately. Have you seen the Bob Ross-themed collection called “The Joy of Baseball?” Topps has superimposed photos of current MLB players over classic Bob Ross paintings. Genius! Check them out below:

Phil Harris is 50% of "Phil & Mel in the Afternoon" on K104.7. He has been with the station since 2013 and on the air in Charlotte since 2000. Before coming to the Queen City, Phil worked for radio stations in Pittsburgh, Austin, and Seattle. In addition to the weekly "Throwback Threesome" music video feature, Phil writes about things that matter to Charlotte sports fans and pet owners. He happens to be both.
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12 Of The Most Unique MLB Stadium Attractions

Major League Baseball has a deep respect for their game’s rich history. Attending a ballgame can be a great experience that allows fans to marvel at baseball culture. Furthermore, most MLB parks have designed stadium attractions that make them unique amongst the 30 venues in the league.

From museums to bodies of water to fan-zone fun, the MLB stadiums across the country each have something that is representative of their character. Often you will find baseball enthusiasts track how many ballparks they have been to. In addition, it is common for fans to build trips to other cities to have a new MLB park experience.

MLB is the only professional sport in the country where each team has its own dedicated stadium. For example, in the NFL, the Jets and Giants share Metlife Stadium. Many NBA team share their home arena with the NHL team in their city. In professional baseball, each of the 30 teams has their own home field that is theirs alone. This enables the organization to build more character specific to the club.

The interior of an MLB ballpark is all about the players. Though there is a mysterious aura about the clubhouse, given that they are underground. The common thread in modern-day construction is centered around the ballclub. The intent is to make each clubhouse comfortable, hi-tech, and private for the players and coaches. The rest of the stadium is all about the fan experience.

Inside The Park

Here, we will look at some of the most unique MLB stadium attractions. Each is representative of their city and team history. They provide character to the ballpark. In many cases, these features make the park a landmark in their home state.

If you want to take in an MLB game in a ballpark you have not visited yet, here are some attractions to consider.

  • The Pool at Chase Field - Arizona Diamondbacks

    Behind the outfield wall at Chase Field, there’s a pool area. From here, you can see the entire game. At the home of the Arizona Diamondbacks, you can take in a National League West game while going for a swim. The area accommodates 35 people.

    A general view of action between the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Philadelphia Phillies during the game at Chase Field Phoenix, Arizona.

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  • The Green Monster Seats at Fenway Park - Boston Red Sox

    You surely know all about the infamous Green Monster left field wall at Fenway Park, but did you know you can sit on top of it? There are 269 seats available for Red Sox ticket purchase. This area is a common spot for lucky fans to catch a home run ball.

    A view of the Green Monster at Fenway Park

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  • The Museum at Yankee Stadium - New York Yankees

    Hundreds of signed baseballs by Yankee greats, plagues, and statues are just some of the incredible monuments in the museum at Yankee Stadium. Some of the exhibits rotate, but “Yankees by the numbers” jerseys, World Series rings, and trophies are always on display.

     

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  • McCovey Cove at AT&T Park - San Francisco Giants

    If you want to kayak up against the outfield wall of a picturesque stadium, McCovey Cove in San Francisco is your spot. While its common to see boats overshadowing right field, this is also a common spot for those looking to catch a memorable home run ball.

    McCovey Cove at AT&T Park in San Francisco, California.

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  • The Ivy at Wrigley Field - Chicago Cubs

    “There’s magic in the ivy and the old scoreboard,” Eddie Vedder sings in his Cubs tribute song “All The Way.” The legendary ivy covering the outfield walls at Wrigley might arguably be the most iconic ballpark look of all.

    Outfielders of the Chicago Cubs chase after during the fifth inning at Wrigley Field The ball was lost in the ivy.

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  • The Park at Petco Park - San Diego Padres

    Technically it’s called Gallagher Square, but the Park at Petco Park is located outside the outfield walls but inside the gates of the stadium. You need a ticket on gameday to access this space, which has mini fields and a statue of the late Padres great Tony Gwynn.

     

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  • Touch Tank at Tropicana Field - Tampa Bay Rays

    A tank containing real live stingrays rests within the outfield of the stadium. This is a 35 foot, 10,000 gallon exhibit that is in partnership with the Florida Aquarium.

    Fans gather around the touch tank in Tampa at a Rays game.

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  • The Train at Minute Made Park - Houston Astros

    15-foot-high and 56-foot-long replica of an 1862 steam locomotive goes for a ride each time the Astros hit a home run. Sitting 90 feet above the field, you will hear this train go for a 40 second ride back and forth. This area of the park used to be Union Station, which is why the train was brought in as an attraction in 2000. It is driven by Bobby Dynamite.

  • The Bobblehead Museum at loanDepot Park - Miami Marlins

    Along the main concourse in center field, there’s the Bobblehead Museum at loanDepot Park in Miami. This is the home of over 500 bobbleheads that are enclosed behind glass. While many of these are MLB and minor league players, a section includes entertainers and special giveaways the Marlins have done.

    The Bobble Head Museum at Marlins Park in Miami.

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  • Bernie Brewer's Slide at American Family Field - Milwaukee Brewers

    When the Brewers hit a home run, their mascot Bernie slides down a giant yellow slide out of his outfield treehouse. Fans can take a ride down as well. Tickets are available for purchase for some pre-game fun ($150-$175).

  • The Fountains at Kauffman Stadium - Kansas City Royals

    The city fountains are well represented at the home of the Royals. The fountains in outfield are 322 feet wide. They can change colors and offer a magnificent display. Select 200 level seats near the fountains can be purchased. There are eight programmed fountain shows, where 600 nozzles can launch into 150 combinations of effects.

    A general view of the fountains in the outfield at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City.

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  • The Rockpile at Coors Field - Colorado Rockies

    You can sit high above centerfield in Colorado. The Rockpile offers $4 select tickets. It’s a bleacher style seating, giving you a true Rocky Mountain feel.

    A general view of the Rockpile in center field at Coors field in Colorado.

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