NYPL Williamsport Crosscutters

Cutters to Celebrate Great Potato Caper

Published on August 8, 2007 under New York-Penn League (NYPL)
Williamsport Crosscutters News Release


The Williamsport Crosscutters will celebrate the 20th Anniversary of "The Great Potato Caper" on Saturday, August 18th when the Cutters host the State College Spikes at 7:05pm.

On August 31, 1987, Dave Bresnahan used a potato in a trick-play while playing for the Williamsport Bills. The play, which resulted in Bresnhan's release from the Cleveland Indians organization, instantly garnered national notoriety.

"Frankly, I am very surprised at the level of interest that my stunt produced and the fact that people still make a big deal about it, even after 20 years.", said Bresnahan recently. "A minor league season gets to be a long grind, particularly when you are a second-string catcher and hitting only .149. I just wanted to have some fun and break up the monotony a little."

On August 18, the first 1,000 fans will receive a Bresnahan bobblehead that depicts him with a potato in his hand. Bresnahan will also be on hand to sign autographs, meet fans and help re-enact the infamous event. In addition, the game will be followed by a spectacular fireworks show.

For more information on the "Great Potato Caper" fans can log on to www.crosscutters.com/pressroom/07_promos_050407. For tickets call the Cutters Hotline at (570) 326-3389.

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