Since games are shorter, it gives fans less time to grab a cold one.
The new MLB pitch clock has shortened game time, but some stadiums are finding the shorter game times are now impacting beer sales.
Most franchises, including the Mets and Yankees, use the 7th inning as a cutoff for alcohol sales.The Mets are considering changing their policy but no word if the Yankees are looking into it.
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