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To celebrate of the Texas Rangers’ World Series victory on Wednesday, the city of Arlington threw a parade for fans on Friday. Schools closed, and hundreds of thousands of fans gathered in the streets to celebrate the team’s first-ever World Series title. The parade featured appearances by the Rangers themselves as well as various Arlington dignitaries and local high-school marching bands and cheerleaders.
The celebration turned raucous even before the parade began, with dozens of spectators climbing on top of street signs and buildings to get a better look. Some even darted to the other side of the road between floats to get a better look.
Police presence was heavy during this event, but the officers on duty took a laissez-faire approach to unruly spectators. There was a sense that after such a historic victory, Rangers fans deserved their moment to party to their hearts’ content.
Arlington Mayor Jim Ross led the parade.
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A fan sips in salute to the home team.
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Texas pride was out in full force.
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When people say sports fans can be intense, they’re talking about this guy.
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In a crowd of thousands, this may have been the most dedicated Rangers fan in attendance.
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The Arlington Fire Department had its moment to shine as well.
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Street signs were the best seats in the house for those brave enough.
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Don’t worry. He got down without hurting himself.
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Multiple generations of Rangers fans celebrated the World Series Victory.
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Texas Rangers manager Bruce Bochy takes the World Series trophy for a ride.
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Series MVP Corey Seager soaks in the adoration.
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Rangers fans partied in the streets of Arlington at the World Series victory parade.
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The aftermath of the celebration We’re disappointed but not surprised.
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