[loungeSerf]

The Yankees are privately owned and can (and should) charge whatever the market will bear.
It's not like they force you to go to the games.

My understanding is that MLB is in effect a government sanctioned monopoly. I think that kind of distorts what the market will bear.

[jas3]

My understanding is that MLB is in effect a government sanctioned monopoly. I think that kind of distorts what the market will bear.

I don't endorse your understanding. Baseball is simply one form of entertainment to the fans. Those fans can choose from dozens of forms of entertainment other than baseball.

Major League Baseball may have some characteristics of a monopoly to the players who have very specialized skillsets. But the fans are quite free to pursue any form of diversion they like other than baseball.

My strong advice to you is to vote with your wallet and your feet. Do not support an organization that overcharges you for a service.

jas3