Toronto Blue Jays Fans Long for the Return of ‘Home Plate Lady’ — A Beloved Fixture at Rogers Centre……
For years, she was a symbol of unwavering passion and joy at every Toronto Blue Jays home game — a familiar face behind home plate, always cheering, always dressed in bold Blue Jays gear, and always bringing the energy. Known affectionately to fans as the “Home Plate Lady,” her absence in recent seasons has left a noticeable void in the stands and in the hearts of many.
Now, a growing number of Blue Jays fans are calling for her return, expressing their nostalgia and appreciation for the iconic supporter who became a part of the Rogers Centre experience.
“As a Blue Jays fan, I would definitely want this. 😆 We miss our Home Plate Lady,” wrote one fan on X (formerly Twitter), echoing a sentiment that has spread across social media platforms this summer. Posts featuring her image — usually mid-cheer, clapping, or animatedly reacting to a play — have gone viral as fans recall her dedication and presence during the team’s highs and lows.
A Fixture of the Fan Experience
For over a decade, the Home Plate Lady, whose real name is reportedly Mary Boehmer, held season tickets directly behind home plate. Rain or shine, win or lose, she was always there — dressed in custom Jays apparel, face-painted, and often leading cheers or starting waves. TV broadcasts routinely captured her reactions, making her a recognizable figure not just in Toronto but to Blue Jays fans across Canada and even internationally.
“She brought life to the stadium,” said longtime fan and seat holder Raj Mehta. “You could be having the worst day, and you’d see her on the jumbotron dancing or hyping the crowd and it would just lift your spirit.”
Her impact went beyond mere fandom. Over the years, she became somewhat of a mascot in her own right — posing for pictures with kids, organizing group cheers, and embodying the spirit of loyalty that defines the Blue Jays’ most ardent supporters.
The Mystery of Her Absence
Sometime during the 2023 season, fans began to notice her absence. While neither the team nor Boehmer herself ever made a formal announcement, her disappearance left many wondering whether she had simply chosen to step back or if other circumstances — possibly health or family-related — had played a role.
Speculation grew, but fans remained respectful. A few subtle tributes emerged online and in the stadium, such as signs reading “We Miss You, Home Plate Lady” and fans donning similar outfits in a show of solidarity.
The Blue Jays organization has remained quiet on the matter, but team representatives have acknowledged fan inquiries and shared messages of appreciation for all long-time season ticket holders, past and present.
A Campaign for Her Return?
Now, with the team in playoff contention and the Rogers Centre boasting a newly renovated lower bowl and fan experience zones, some are suggesting that 2025 would be the perfect season for a comeback — or at least a tribute.
Fans have proposed ideas ranging from a “Home Plate Lady Appreciation Night” to inviting her to throw the ceremonial first pitch. Some are even suggesting the team place a commemorative patch on season tickets or add a digital tribute to the stadium scoreboard.
“She’s a symbol of what it means to truly love this team,” said Twitter user @JaysFan_1989. “If anyone deserves to be honored, it’s her.”
Whether or not she returns, the Home Plate Lady has become an indelible part of Blue Jays culture — a reminder that baseball is as much about community as it is about competition. In a game measured by stats and strategy, she represented something far more personal: joy, loyalty, and the power of showing up.
For now, fans continue to hope. And as the Jays make their push toward October, one can only imagine how loud the Rogers Centre would be — if only she were there, leading the charge behind home plate once more.
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