Buffalo businesses prepare for crowds while Yankees in town

BUFFALO, N.Y. — Tuesday marks the beginning of a few big days for restaurants near Sahlen Field.

They’re getting ready for an influx of people as the Toronto Blue Jays of Buffalo host the New York Yankees. It will be three days of steady crowds; a welcome sight for businesses compared to last summer.

The Union Pub and the Washington Square Bar & Grill are just two of the many establishments getting ready for the potential rush.

Monday afternoon was quiet at the Washington Square Bar & Grill, but that’s about to change on Tuesday. While the Yankees are in town, the manager says the bar stools will be filled.

“For us, this is an unprecedented event, be it that we have an MLB team here, instead of just our normal friendly Bisons,” said manager Brendan Swords. “But it’s a welcome experience. It’s something we are enjoying thoroughly.”

In anticipation, they’re adding seating outside because they expect it to be busy inside.

“Outside has been…

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