Cutters Notebook

Published on June 12, 2004 under Canadian American League (Can-Am)
New Haven County Cutters News Release


When the New Haven County Cutters open their next homestand Monday, they will have the opportunity to stake their claim to supremacy in the South Division standings against the New Jersey Jackals. The two divisional rivals will be poised to duke it out in a four-game series at historic Yale Field starting Monday at 7:05 p.m.

With only one more series to play against the Jackals before the All-Star break (July19-21), this series is particularly important time for the Cutters to make a statement; the Northeast League awards postseason berths to division leaders at the conclusion of each half of the season. Given the brisk pace of the first-half pennant race, the Cutters can make great strides toward contending for the Northeast League Championship this September with a series win over New Jersey.

After taking on the Jackals, New Haven County will hit the road for a weekend series against the Bangor Lumberjacks before returning to Yale Field for three games against the Quebec Les Capitales June 21-23. Then the North Shore Spirit will visit for a three-game weekend set June 25-27 contest.

Upcoming Cutters Home Games

June 14 (Monday), 7:05 p.m., New Jersey.
June 15 (Tuesday), 7:05 p.m., New Jersey. Two for Tuesday—two Box or Reserved tickets for the price of one and pizza slices at the concession stands.
June 16 (Wednesday), 7:05 p.m., New Jersey. Whattya Know Wednesday trivia
June 17 (Thursday), 7:05 p.m., New Jersey. Thirsty Thursday—beer only $1
June 21 (Monday), 7:05 p.m., Quebec.
June 22 (Tuesday), 7:05 p.m., Quebec. "How's My Hair?" Promo Guy Makeover/Two for Tuesday—two Box or Reserved tickets for the price of one
June 23 (Wednesday), 7:05 p.m., Quebec. Whattya Know Wednesday trivia
June 25 (Friday), 7:05 p.m., North Shore. Toys for Tots 6 Months to Christmas Toy Drive/Friday Night Fireworks
June 26 (Saturday), 7:05 p.m., North Shore. "Meet the Team" Autograph Night
June 27 (Sunday), 2:05 p.m., North Shore. Hummel Brothers 50-Cent Hot Dogs/WEBE 108 Family Fun Day

Cutters Roll Out New Daily Specials for 2004 Season

Nearly every day of the week gives fans another reason to head out to historic Yale Field to take part in the fun of New Haven County Cutters baseball! The Cutters will let fans buy one Box or Reserved Seat and get the next one free on "Two for Tuesdays." The bargains won't stop at the box office. Each Tuesday, fans can buy one pre-designated food item and get a second free at Yale Field's concessions stands. Tickets can be purchased in advance or on the day of the game and will still qualify for the discount.

Wednesdays will be the perfect time for trivia buffs to come out to the ballpark for "Whattya Know Wednesday." Then comes "Thirsty Thursday" when beer will cost only $1. Fans can watch their week go up in flames at "Friday Night Fireworks," following every Friday night game.

Finally, the Cutters will hold "WEBE 108 Family Fun Day" every Sunday afternoon. The place to be will be the WEBE 108 Fun Zone, where each Sunday a magician, a balloon artist, or a face painter will show up to entertain children. Kids will also get to run the bases at Yale Field after the game.

What's Your Favorite Name for the Cutters' New Mascot?

The New Haven County Cutters have a brand new mascot, and they want you to name him! Fans will have until June 19 to submit their naming ideas, either at the Fan Services booth next to the main entry gate at Yale Field or by logging on to www.CuttersBaseball.com. The fan who comes up with the mascot's new name will win a free appearance from the mascot at the event of his or her choice (in the event several fans suggest the chosen name, the contest winner will be selected in a random drawing). The winning name will be announced during the June 21-27 homestand.

Catch the ‘Cutters Game of the Week' Every Weekend on AM 1150 WMRD

Can't travel with the Cutters or make it to every home game? Keep up with the action of Cutters baseball with the "Cutters Game of the Week" on AM 1150, WMRD, Middletown! The voice of the Cutters, Ryan Smith, will be behind the microphone for the play-by-play. The program hits the airwaves 15 minutes before the time of the game when Joe Buono will host the Cutters pre-game show. Buono will also recap the action during the 10-minute post-game show following the completion of each contest.

In addition to the "Game of the Week," fans can listen to every game online by logging onto www.CuttersBaseball.com or www.broadcastmonsters.com. If you still can't get enough, check out the game archives, where each completed game is available on demand!

The New Haven County Cutters will be heard on 1150 on the following dates: June 13, 19 and 26, July 4, 10, 18 and 25, August 1, 7, 14, 21 and 28 and September 4, 5 and 6. Additional games may be added to the schedule throughout the season, so be sure to check for updates on www.cuttersbaseball.com.

Cutters Looking for Charity Partners

The New Haven County Cutters are more than a baseball team trying to win a championship. They are, in fact, an organization eager to reach out to everyone in New Haven County. To that end, the Cutters are looking to team up with area charities to give back to the community that has given the team a home.

If you are affiliated with a charity, call Ken Wieczorek at (203) 777-5636, extension 27. The Cutters have plenty of ideas on how to help your group, including ticket fundraisers, which allow the partner group to sell Cutters tickets and keep half of the proceeds; mascot or player appearances, merchandise auctions and collection drives are also possible. You can even share with us your own idea.

It All Comes Down to Pitching

As the old baseball maxim goes, "Good pitching beats good hitting." That might explain why the New Haven County Cutters have gotten off to such a good start, as their pitching staff has turned out the best team earned run average in the Northeast League. Through June 11, Cutters pitching had allowed a 2.98 ERA, and Jordy Alexander is atop the league leaders with an ERA of 1.35 and is tied for the Northeast League lead in strikeouts with 21 strikeouts.

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