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The Pfister Hotel stands as a landmark in downtown Milwaukee, often hosting dignitaries and visitors, including Donald Trump during the 2024 Republican National Convention. Most MLB teams playing the Brewers stay there, but some players have encountered more than just luxury accommodations.
Since its opening in 1893, the hotel has gained a reputation for unsettling MLB players with strange occurrences. Numerous athletes have admitted to restless nights, and some, like Mookie Betts, have opted for alternative lodging. Betts has famously rented an Airbnb when the Los Angeles Dodgers are in town, and he is expected to do so again for Game 1 of the National League Championship Series on Oct. 11.
Dodgers third baseman Max Muncy, however, remains unfazed. "If there's a ghost in there, come on in," Muncy said on Oct. 10. "If the TV turns on, I know he's friendly. Hopefully he's just not there to disturb me. I welcome them. If there's a ghost, let's have a good time with it, come on in. It is what it is."
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The Pfister's haunted reputation has persisted for decades, with players from various teams sharing spine-chilling tales. In 2001, Adrián Beltré heard knocking despite the TV and air conditioner being off. Carlos Gómez in 2008 called everything in the hotel "scary" and "no good." Mike Cameron avoided staying there after hearing others' stories. Brendan Ryan in 2009 described a moving light and a chill in the room. Pablo Sandoval in 2009 had his iPod play music mysteriously, and he and Edgar Rentería refused to stay there in 2010.
Michael Young in 2011 heard footsteps inside his locked room. Bryce Harper in 2012 swore his clothes moved to the floor and the table shifted. Brandon Phillips in 2013 had a radio turn on twice. C.J. Wilson in 2013 experienced flickering lights, TV turning off, and scratching in the walls. Shelby Miller in 2015 was pranked by teammates. Ji-Man Choi in 2016 felt a spirit in his bed. Pedro Álvarez in 2016 was linked to a TV turning on twice. Jon Gray in 2016 went ghost hunting. Carlos Martínez and Marcell Ozuna in 2018 roomed together after seeing a floating ghost. The Atlanta Braves in 2022 dealt with a power outage, though not necessarily ghost-related. Mookie Betts from 2023-24 stayed at an Airbnb to avoid the Pfister. Vinnie Pasquantino in 2023 brought his mother who loves spooky things. Brent Rooker in 2023 had his TV channel change inexplicably.
These accounts highlight the hotel's eerie allure, making it a unique part of MLB lore. Whether haunted or not, the Pfister continues to fascinate and frighten those who stay within its historic walls.
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