Ducks to Retire #4 of Justin Davies Friday, June 19
Published on June 19, 2015 under Atlantic League (AtL)
Long Island Ducks News Release
Former Long Island Ducks Outfielder Justin Davies
(Long Island Ducks)
(Central Islip, N.Y., June 19, 2015) - The three-time Atlantic League champion Long Island Ducks will honor the career of outfielder Justin Davies and retire his number 4 prior to Friday night's game between the Ducks and Bridgeport Bluefish at Bethpage Ballpark.
"There is only one opportunity for a player to be the first to have his jersey number retired by an organization," says Ducks President/GM Michael Pfaff. "We are proud and excited to honor Justin tonight, and we hope that fans across Long Island will join us for this historic occasion."
Davies will be recognized during a special pre-game ceremony that is slated to begin at approximately 6:00 p.m. Fans will be treated to highlights recapping some of the most memorable games in the 38-year-old's career as well as a speech from Davies himself. The West Babylon High School alum will also be presented with a memento from this historic celebration, and his retired #4 will be unveiled at Bethpage Ballpark. Ducks broadcaster Chris King will emcee the ceremonies.
The outfielder was a member of the Ducks during their first six seasons of play on Long Island (2000-05). During his time with the Flock, he posted a .273 batting average, 175 RBI, 52 doubles and 18 triples. Upon retiring after the 2005 season, he held the Ducks all-time record in games played (637), hits (615), runs scored (426) and stolen bases (149), a record which he still holds today. Davies also holds the team's single season record for walks with 85 in 2002. During his six seasons, he was selected to play in two Atlantic League All-Star Games (2003, '05).
Davies also helped lead the Ducks to their first-ever Atlantic League championship in 2004. His efforts in the Championship Series lifted the Flock to a three-game sweep of the Camden Riversharks. During the series, he delivered game-winning walk-off hits in both Game One and Two at Citibank Park and finished the series with a .385 batting average. Thanks to his strong play, Davies was named the Atlantic League Championship Series Most Valuable Player.
The Long Island Ducks are members of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball and play their home games at Bethpage Ballpark. For further information, call (631) 940-DUCK or visit www.liducks.com.
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