The Milwaukee Brewers shattered their own franchise record on Friday night, awarding a historic $112,410 prize in the stadium’s 50-50 raffle during Game 1 of the World Series. A team spokesperson confirmed that the October 23 cashout is the highest amount the venue has ever distributed, marking a significant milestone for the organization’s fan engagement initiatives. The winning ticket was drawn during the middle of the sixth inning, with the claim verified as timely on the Brewers’ official raffle page.
Sold-out crowd at American Family Field drives franchise-best charity payout
This unprecedented payout was directly fueled by a massive surge in attendance that exceeded the physical capacity of American Field. Broadcasters reported that 43,250 spectators entered the 41,900-seat stadium, creating a packed house that drove ticket sales to record highs. The resulting cash pool was more than $30,000 higher than the previous season’s record of $80,670, which was set on October 11 during a 2-1 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers.
The 50-50 raffle structure ensures that the windfall benefits both the community and a lucky fan. Half of the total cash pool is donated to the Brewers Community Foundation, while the other half is awarded to the single entrant whose ticket is selected. This dual-purpose model highlights the financial impact of the World Series crowd, turning a standard game-day promotion into a record-breaking charitable and personal prize event for the Milwaukee market.
Source: Yahoo Sports
