EL1 New Hampshire Fisher Cats

Homestand Preview-June 19-26

Published on June 17, 2015 under Eastern League (EL1)
New Hampshire Fisher Cats News Release


MANCHESTER, N.H. - The Fisher Cats return home on Friday to open up a four-game series with the Binghamton Mets, the New York Mets' Double-A affiliate, and then their first series of 2015 with the Portland Sea Dogs, the Red Sox' Double-A affiliate. The following is a look at what's happening at the ballpark as well as some top prospects the opposition is bringing to town.

June 19-22

OPPONENT - BINGHAMTON METS

Through June 14, the Mets were 32-30, sitting in fourth place in the Eastern Division. This is the second home series and fourth overall between the teams this season. New Hampshire owns a 6-5 record against the Mets, including a 3-1 mark at home.

PROSPECTS TO WATCH

Michael Conforto (OF) - Conforto is ranked fourth in the Mets' system by MLB.com, just behind fellow outfielder and first-round pick, Brandon Nimmo. Conforto was taken from Oregon State University as the tenth overall selection a year ago, and he has not disappointed. He was hitting .382 with St. Lucie before a promotion to Binghamton. With the Mets, he already has two home runs and a .362 average in his first 14 games.

Gavin Cecchini (SS) - Cecchini is the younger brother of Red Sox farm prospect Garin, and he was injured the first time the Mets came through Manchester. The 12th overall pick in the 2012 draft, he's the ninth-ranked prospect in the Mets system. Through his first 51 games this season he was hitting .313 with 14 doubles and four home runs. He's hitting .269 against New Hampshire in seven home games.

PROMOTIONS

Friday, June 19: Patriot running back and Super Bowl champion Jonas Gray will throw out a first pitch before the game, and then sign autographs from 7:15-8:30 p.m. Lockjaw Smile performs on the concourse before the game, and then Atlas Fireworks follow.

Saturday, June 20: We celebrate the epic Star Wars franchise, complete with Darth Vader jerseys for the Fisher Cats. The 501st New England Garrison will be in attendance with Star Wars movie characters. Fans are encouraged to dress as their favorite characters as well. There is also a bandana giveaway for the first 2,000 fans who enter the park presented by the American Heroes Channel.

Sunday, June 21: To celebrate Father's Day, fans can play catch on the field prior to the game with dad beginning at 12:30. There is a free baseball giveaway for the first 1,000 fans courtesy of Northeast Delta Dental. Kids can then run the bases after the game thanks to Buyers Beware. Peg + Cat from NHPTV will make an appearance and take pictures with kids on the concourse.

Monday, June 22: Coca-Cola and the Fisher Cats will honor New Hampshire's high school state champions during the 2014-15 year before the game.

June 23-26

OPPONENT - PORTLAND SEA DOGS

This is the first series between the Fisher Cats and Sea Dogs this season. The two teams will meet up for six series and 23 games in the second half of the season. Through June 14, the Sea Dogs were in last place in the Eastern Division with a record of 25-38.

PORTLAND SEA DOGS PROSPECTS

Carlos Asuaje (INF/OF) - Asuaje has played a versatile role for the Sea Dogs this season, although he has been their primary third baseman. He's the 25th-ranked prospect in the Red Sox organization according to MLB.com. He was an 11th-round pick by the Red Sox from Division II Nova Southeastern two years ago.

Simon Mercedes (RHP) - A hard-throwing right hander, Mercedes is making his Double-A debut as a 23-year-old. Ranked as the Red Sox' 28th-best prospect, the Dominican carried a 1-2 record and 3.60 ERA through his first 15 games of the year. He was signed by the Red Sox in March of 2012.

PROMOTIONS

Tuesday, June 23 - The first 1,000 fans receive a retro hat featuring the original Fisher Cats logo thanks to Mount Washington Assurance.

Wednesday, June 24 - Post-game Atlas Fireworks

Thursday, June 25 - Post-game Atlas Fireworks presented by Trusted Choice. Before the game, fans can enjoy a Rock 101 DJ & Happy Hour in the Samuel Adams Bar & Grill.

Friday, June 26 - The game features a celebration of the movie and book series, The Hunger Games. This includes an actual Hunger Games (minus, of course, the fights to the death) with Fisher Cats staff members as well as community representatives. There will be 12 tributes participating in a variety of events in an effort to win prizes for their 'district' (seating section). There is a pre-game performance on the concourse by Dancing Madly Backwards, plus Atlas Fireworks presented by Hyundai after the game.

Tickets are available by visiting www.nhfishercats.com, stopping by the box office at the ballpark, or by calling (603) 641-2005. For more information on the above events, please contact Tom Gauthier at tgauthier@nhfishercats.com.

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