ROCHESTER, N.Y. – Chris Wells, a dedicated Rochester Red Wings fan, attended his 900th consecutive home game on Wednesday night at Innovative Field. The streak began in 2011, making Wells a prominent figure among the team’s local supporters.
“900. Congratulations, Chris,” an usher cheered as Wells entered the stadium.
Wells starts each game by stepping on a brick that spells out his own name before grabbing dinner. “I would like a beef on weck and a souvenir Diet Coke,” Wells ordered.
Wells attends the games with his father, Tony, whose streak will reach 1,000 games next month.
Chris and his friend Bernie, enjoy ice cream every game before settling in for the first pitch. “Medium vanilla cone [for Chris] and for Bernie, small vanilla, chocolate sauce,” said Taylor Duhart, an employee for Red Wings concessions.
During the game, Wells engages in his own play-by-play and shares stats with fellow fans. “The Cleveland Guardians have not won a world title since 1948,” Wells said. “They’re in first place of the American League Central.”
Kathy O’Neill, a friend of Wells, said, “He absorbs so much information and just relays it to everybody.”
Dan Mason, the Red Wings general manager, praised Wells’ dedication. “It’s a pretty, pretty impressive streak. I know Cal [Ripken] would be very proud of it,” Mason said.
For Wells and his father, the games are more than just baseball. “It’s very comforting to be here at the ballpark. We feel really safe,” Tony said.
Despite the Red Wings’ eighth consecutive loss on Wednesday, Wells remains undeterred. “Strike three swinging, game over. Jacksonville wins,” Wells said.
Chris Wells continues to be a fixture at Innovative Field, always ready to welcome fellow fans at Section 111.
Chris works at Olive Garden and his father, Tony, says they allow him to work around games to keep his streak alive.
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