EL1 Trenton Thunder

New Book Shows History of Trenton Baseball

September 17, 2003 - Eastern League (EL1)
Trenton Thunder News Release


"Baseball In Trenton" is a new book that chronicles the history of professional baseball in Trenton and will be available in stores starting next week. The author, former Trenton Thunder Radio Broadcaster Tom McCarthy, will be holding a book signing as part of the Trenton Baseball Hall of Fame Dinner on November 6th.

The book chronicles in pictures a large portion of the history of professional baseball in Trenton starting with the Minor League teams that played at Dunn Field during the 1930's, 40's and 50's. The book also lives through the rebirth of baseball in Trenton with the beginning of the Trenton Thunder franchise in the fall of 1993. "Baseball In Trenton" shows how the franchise came into existence and has become one of the most successful franchises in Minor League history.

Baseball In Trenton" will be available for $19.99 at local bookstores and at the Trenton Thunder Company Store Giftshop at Waterfront Park and online. Proceeds from book will benefit the Grand Slam We Care Foundation, the charitable arm of the Trenton Thunder and the Lakewood BlueClaws.

THUNDER ITEMS ON EBAY

The Grand Slam We Care Foundation has placed several items up for auction on ebay.com. You can see even more Thunder items up for auction at www.grandslamauctions.com. Go to www.ebay.com and bid on the following items:

*Game Used and Autographed Bernie Williams Blue Thunder Jersey- Authenticated by Major League Baseball*

* Derek Jeter Game Used and Signed Ball- authenticated by Major League Baseball*

* Nick Johnson Signed Lineup Card*

*Thunder Helmet Autographed by the 2003 Thunder including signatures of Navarro, Wang, Myrow and Stump Merrill*

THUNDER TO HOST MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER

The Thunder will host renowned motivational speaker Glenn Gelabert for a sales seminar in the Yankee Club & Conference Center at Waterfront Park on September 25, 2003. This is a once-in-a lifetime opportunity to take part in this seminar that has helped numerous companies increase their sales productivity though an enthusiastic and positive thinking approach. The day will begin at 8:30 am with registration followed by the first session that will run from 9 am until 12 pm. After an hour and a half lunch break that will feature a stadium tour there will be a second session with Glenn that will run until 5 pm. Lunch, the stadium tour, and Thunder and Yankee prize giveaways throughout the day are all included in the price of $350. The price for Chamber of Commerce members is $225. There are also group rates available. For phone reservations please call (609) 394-3300 ext 118 or you can email Vicky Rhinesmith at vicky@trentonthunder.com for more information.

At the end of this seminar, your sales staff will KNOW how to SELL!

ANGELS STAR DAVID ECKSTEIN AND OAKLAND MANAGER KEN MACHA TO APPEAR IN TRENTON NOVEMBER 6

Former Thunder infielder David Eckstein and former Thunder Manager Ken Macha will be inducted into the team's Hall of Fame in a ceremony to be held at La Villa Ristorante in Hamilton, NJ on November 6th. The doors to the restaurant will open at 6:00 PM with the ceremony set to begin at 7:00 PM.

Tickets to the Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony are $29 for adults and $26 for children under age 12. All guests will have a choice of roast beef, roasted chicken, or a vegetarian dish as their entrée. Please call Vicky Rhinesmith at 609-394-3300 ext. 118 to order your tickets to this special occasion. La Villa Ristorante is located at 2275 Kuser Road in Trenton, NJ.

THUNDER SEASON TICKETS ON SALE NOW

The 2004 season may be months away but it is not too early to plan ahead for another year of exciting Thunder baseball. Full and half season ticket packages are available now by calling 609-394-3300. People interested in planning a group outing at Waterfront Park for next Spring or Summer are also invited to call now.

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