The Twins have been in last place in the American League most of the season and interest in the mediocre team continues to fade with each month that passes. That means plenty of tickets at an affordable price.
One of my editors had the idea to test just how affordable tickets could be. His challenge: Buy a ticket to Wednesday afternoon's game for $1. Yes, there are no zeros after that 1.

Challenged accepted.
Clear blue skies and 80 degrees didn't help my chances. Fans were eager to get outside and enjoy the day game after Tuesday night's storm and long rain delay.
Scalpers scoffed at my offer before the noon hour.
They began paying more attention to me once the second inning rolled around, but still no bites.
"I need to get into the game, but I only have $1," I pleaded to one scalper. His kind response was "there is no way you're getting in for $1."
My response: "What if I come back in the fifth inning?" He said: "There won't be any tickets left."