CT Tigers to Sign Local Police Officer to One-Day Contract
July 28, 2015 - New York-Penn League (NYPL)
Norwich Sea Unicorns News Release
NORWICH, CT- The Connecticut Tigers, Class A affiliate of the Detroit Tigers, at Dodd Stadium in Norwich are pleased to announce the signing of Norwich Police Sergeant Ed Peckham to a one day honorary contract for Friday, July 31st. That night, the Tigers will be holding the first annual First Responder Night to honor local Police, Fire, EMT members and more.
Peckham, who was recently diagnosed with cancer, will officially sign his contract at Dodd Stadium at a press conference scheduled for 12 pm on Thursday, July 30th alongside his acting agent, 12-year-old son EJ.
On Friday, July 31st Ed will suit up as a member of the Tigers and take the field for batting practice before serving as an honorary captain of the team during the game.
"We are extremely honored to sign Ed to a one day contract as a way of showing our gratitude to him for his commitment to the City of Norwich and its residents" said Tigers Vice President and General Manager Eric Knighton. "Plus, our scouts tell us he has a strong bat and a great glove at first base. First Responder Night will be a great night to honor and thank all those that serve us here in the Norwich community and across Southeastern Connecticut, which we are proud to call home. We look forward to having Ed as a part of the team".
Any members of the media who wish to attend the press conference on Thursday, July 30th or the game on Friday, July 31st are asked to contact Tigers Assistant General Manager Dave Schermerhorn at (860) 887-7962 x 118 or dave@cttigers.com.
The Connecticut Tigers are the New York-Penn League affiliate of the Detroit Tigers and play a 76 game schedule that runs from mid June through early September. 2015 season tickets, group tickets, mini plans, individual game tickets, and team merchandise are now on sale! The front office and ticket office is open daily from 9 am to 5 pm Monday through Friday and can be accessed in person or by calling 860-887-7962.
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