Baseball fans are known for their passion, loyalty, and occasional hostility toward umpires who dare to call a borderline strike three on their team’s star hitter. But not all fanbases are cut from the same cloth. Some bring good vibes, unwavering optimism, and a level of hospitality that makes even visiting fans feel at home.
So, let’s tip our caps to the 20 nicest MLB fanbases—the ones who won’t throw beer at you, harass your grandmother, or make you question your life choices just for wearing the wrong jersey.
20. New York Mets
Let’s start with some begrudging kindness. Mets fans have suffered enough heartbreak to develop some empathy. Sure, they’ll groan about their team’s misfortunes, but they’ll also nod in solidarity when you tell them your squad is also in a 10-year rebuild. Misery loves company, after all.
19. Philadelphia Phillies
Yes, we’re putting Phillies fans on the “nicest” list. Why? Because when they love you, they LOVE you. Sure, they’ve booed Santa Claus and their own players, but if you prove yourself, they’ll treat you like family. A dysfunctional, emotionally unstable family—but family nonetheless.
18. St. Louis Cardinals
“The Best Fans in Baseball”™ can be a little condescending, but they’re usually polite about it. They know their baseball, they’ll compliment a good play (even from the opposition), and they’ll absolutely remind you that Albert Pujols walked on water.
17. Houston Astros
Despite their team’s recent… scandals, Astros fans have embraced a redemption arc. They’ll talk baseball with you, celebrate wins joyfully, and if you don’t mention 2017, they’ll even buy you a beer.
16. Toronto Blue Jays
Jays fans are a delightful mix of hockey lovers and baseball nerds, with a sprinkle of “we just like being outside in the summer.” They’ll welcome you to the Rogers Centre with open arms—just don’t ask them about the Maple Leafs.
15. Kansas City Royals
Royals fans are some of the most patient and appreciative in baseball. They endured 30 years of mediocrity before 2015, and they’ll still pack Kauffman Stadium just to watch a team that might lose 95 games. That’s dedication.
14. Colorado Rockies
No one at Coors Field is mad—how could you be when you’ve got 300 days of sunshine and the best ballpark beer selection in the league? Rockies fans will happily chat baseball while enjoying their 12-10 games.
13. San Francisco Giants
They love their team, hate the Dodgers, and will absolutely offer you artisanal garlic fries while explaining why Buster Posey was the greatest catcher of all time. Passionate, knowledgeable, and always down for a civil baseball debate.
12. Baltimore Orioles
Years of rebuilding have made Orioles fans humble and grateful for any success. Camden Yards is one of the most welcoming parks, and they’ll happily belt out “O” during the anthem with you.
11. Tampa Bay Rays
Rays fans get unfairly mocked for attendance issues, but the ones who show up are some of the nicest and most die-hard in baseball. They’ll talk sabermetrics over a beer and explain why their team’s bullpen strategy is five years ahead of everyone else’s.
10. Cincinnati Reds
Reds fans are baseball purists who appreciate the history of the game. They’ll politely remind you that their franchise is older than yours, but they won’t rub it in when their team inevitably finishes fourth in the division.
9. Seattle Mariners
Mariners fans waited decades for a playoff appearance and remained incredibly loyal through it all. They’re optimistic, supportive, and will never judge you for still being emotionally attached to Ichiro.
8. Pittsburgh Pirates
Yes, they deserve better. No, they won’t take out their frustrations on you. Pirates fans are just happy to spend a day at one of baseball’s most beautiful stadiums. They’ll cheer for their underdogs and won’t throw a tantrum if they lose.
7. Milwaukee Brewers
Brewers fans are here for a good time. They’ll tailgate, offer you a bratwurst, and probably let you borrow their cornhole set. They appreciate baseball, beer, and the fact that life’s too short to be angry all the time.
6. Washington Nationals
Even during the dark days, Nats fans stayed positive. They’ll still bring up 2019 every chance they get, but they’ll do it with a smile and maybe even offer you a rally towel from that legendary run.
5. Chicago Cubs
Sure, Wrigley has some obnoxious “frat bro” energy in certain sections, but overall, Cubs fans are fun-loving, friendly, and always up for a baseball chat. Decades of suffering made them kind, and winning in 2016 only made them better.
4. Minnesota Twins
It’s Minnesota. Of course their fans are polite. They’ll apologize if they accidentally block your view and won’t complain when their team inevitably loses in the playoffs again.
3. Oakland Athletics
A’s fans are fiercely loyal, even when ownership tries to ruin their happiness. They’ll welcome you with open arms, share their deep-cut baseball knowledge, and maybe even let you bang on a drum with them.
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2. Detroit Tigers
There’s a quiet, midwestern charm to Tigers fans. They show up, support their team through thick and thin, and will absolutely talk Miguel Cabrera’s Triple Crown season with you for hours.
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1. Arizona Diamondbacks
Diamondbacks fans are some of the most genuinely nice people in baseball. They don’t have an obnoxious superiority complex, they welcome out-of-towners, and they celebrated their 2023 World Series run with wholesome enthusiasm. If you want to attend a game where no one yells obscenities at you, Chase Field is the place to be.