I love mascots. I am officially outing myself. And why shouldn’t I love mascots? They are fun. They’re like Michael Bay movies. They are entertaining. They are a good time, but they probably will never win an Oscar. Who cares? Mascots are integral to the health and security of minor league baseball. In this current economy, you would think a budget-friendly version of our national pastime could stand on its own. Let’s face it...
After following Mascot Mania on MiLB (congratulations Orbit!), it was time to give attention to some great mascots that did not make the Sweet 16…or 64…or were ever even considered. They’re like the Michael Bay movies of mascots. We might love them, but they’re never going to win an Oscar. Today, we’re taking a trip to the New York-Penn League. The New York–Penn League is a minor league baseball league, operating in the northeastern...
After following Mascot Mania on MiLB (congratulations Orbit!), it was time to give attention to some great mascots that did not make the Sweet 16…or 64…or were ever even considered. They’re like the Michael Bay movies of mascots. We might love them, but they’re never going to win an Oscar. Today, we’re taking a trip to the New York – Penn League. The New York – Penn League is a minor league baseball league,...
After following Mascot Mania on MiLB (congratulations Orbit!), it was time to give attention to some great mascots that did not make the Sweet 16…or 64…or were ever even considered. They’re like the Michael Bay movies of mascots. We might love them, but they’re never going to win an Oscar. Today, we’re taking a trip to the New York – Penn League. The New York – Penn League is a minor league baseball league,...
After following Mascot Mania on MiLB (congratulations Orbit!), it was time to give attention to some great mascots that did not make the Sweet 16…or 64…or were ever even considered. They’re like the Michael Bay movies of mascots. We might love them, but they’re never going to win an Oscar. Today, we’re taking a trip to the New York – Penn League. The New York – Penn League is a minor league baseball league,...
After following Mascot Mania on MiLB (congratulations Orbit!), it was time to give attention to some great mascots that did not make the Sweet 16…or 64…or were never even considered. They’re like the Michael Bay movies of mascots. We might love them, but they’re never going to win an Oscar. Today, we’re taking a trip to the New York – Penn League. The New York – Penn League is a minor league baseball league,...
…as you read this article. After Mr. Met was named the best mascot in sports last month, it was only natural to keep celebrating all that is furry, fabulous and most likely 4-fingered in baseball. MiLB.com introduced Mascot Mania. Finally, we, the fans, got the opportunity to determine Minor League Baseball’s top mascot. My little OCD personality has been harping obsessively about this since their “Elite Eight.” If you haven’t been following my other...
Place your bets guys! Tell me I’m wrong! After Mr. Met was named the best mascot in sports last month, it was only natural to keep celebrating all that is furry, fabulous and most likely 4-fingered in baseball. MiLB.com introduced Mascot Mania. Finally, we, the fans, are getting the opportunity to determine Minor League Baseball’s top mascot. I know what you’re thinking. Trish, what are the odds on Ike the Spike? What is the...
Why are mascots important to minor league baseball? In the current economy, you would think a budget-friendly version of our national pastime could stand on its own. Let’s face it though. There’s a lot of competition for our entertainment time and dollars. With rosters full of “Who are you?” and “Didn’t you used to be?” there are more empty ballparks and folded franchises than we care to admit to. Mascots give your team brand...
Why are mascots important to minor league baseball? In the current economy, you would think a budget-friendly version of our national pastime could stand on its own. Let’s face it though. There’s a lot of competition for our entertainment time and dollars. With rosters full of “Who are you?” and “Didn’t you used to be?” there are more empty ballparks and folded franchises than we care to admit to. Mascots give your team brand...
2012 05 14 Scranton Wilks Barre/ Empire State Yankees vs Pawtucket Red Sox
