First-place Barnstormers home through Sunday

June 8, 2006 - Atlantic League (AtL)
Lancaster Stormers News Release

Despite having their six-game winning streak snapped last night, your Barnstormers still hold a two-game lead over Atlantic City for first place in the Atlantic League's South Division. There is just over a month remaining in the first half of the season and playoff fever has officially reached Clipper Magazine Stadium! With 14 of the next 21 games at home, we are counting on the best fans in minor league baseball to help the Barnstormers reach the playoffs. See you at the ballpark!

HOMESTAND AT A GLANCE: Tuesday, June 6 - Sunday, June 11

THURSDAY @ 7:05 vs. Long Island: Floppy Hat giveaway, courtesy of U.S. Army (first 2,500 fans, 16 and over)

FRIDAY @ 7:05 vs. Road Warrriors: Post-Game Fireworks

SATURDAY @ 7:05 vs. Road Warriors: Mouse Pad Giveaway, courtesy of Limehat and Co. (first 2,500 fans)

SUNDAY @ 1:35 vs. Road Warriors: Replica Jersey Giveaway, courtesy of Turkey Hill Dairy (first 2,500 fans, 12 and under). Special Appearance by Blooper! Skippy Sunday Scavenger Hunt and Catch on the Field prior to the game (gates open at noon). HealthAmerica Run the Bases following the game.

Atlantic League Stories from June 8, 2006

• Lancaster outlasts Long Island, widens lead - Lancaster Stormers
• Patriots drop game one to Bears, second game called due to rain - Somerset Patriots
• Booth's home run gives Bears 1-0 win - Newark Bears
• First-place Barnstormers home through Sunday - Lancaster Stormers
• Bears sign veteran Cedeno - Newark Bears
• Kevin Covais to sing anthem - Long Island Ducks

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