Pels Resign Fan Favorite

Published on February 6, 2009 under American Association (AA)
Pensacola Pelicans News Release


Familiar Face, Former All-Star Back in Pels Uniform

Come the first day of the Pensacola Pelicans spring training, a familiar, fan favorite will be suited up in a Pelicans uniform preparing for the 2009 season. The Pelicans announce today the signing of left-handed Marcos Rodriguez.

Rodriguez played for the Pelicans back in 2007 in which he batted a career best .321 with 52 runs scored, 15 doubles, two triples, three homeruns, 25 walks, and 45 RBI. His best game came on August 1 against the Shreveport Sports where he batted a perfect five-for-five with a double, triple, three RBI, and five runs scored. He also walked once and stole a base. After the season, the opposing managers and media voted Rodriguez to the American Association post-season south division all-star team.

"We are glad to have Marcos returning to the Pelicans. He is a great addition," said Pelicans GM Talmadge Nunnari. "He is a proven player in this league and he adds great depth to the line-up."

Group Outings At Pelican Park

Pelican Park is a great place to have a family, friend, or company outing. We can accomodate groups of 10 to 500. We have picnic areas, private party decks, and air-conditioned beach suites. Dates are filling up on a first come first serve basis. To schedule your party, call the Pelicans office at 934-8444 or e-mail info@pensacolapelicans.com.

Where's Scoop?

Friday, Feb. 6 - Junior Achivement Mardi Gras Bowl

Saturday, Feb. 7 - Black History Arts Festival

Want Scoop or a Pelicans staff member to attend your event? Pelicans staff is also available for speaking engagements at your civic, church, company, or other community groups.

New Pelicans Training Academy Hours

The Pelicans Training Academy announces its new hours as youth baseball and softball is gearing up. The Academy is accepting reservations for cage rentals and group lessons. The Training Academy is located at 4920 North Davis Highway, just south of Brent Lane.

M-F: 2 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Sat: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Scoop's Reading Challenge Registration

Attention teachers - registration for the 2009 Scoop's Reading Challenge program ends on Wednesday, February 11. This incentive based program had over 17,500 students enrolled last year. This program is FREE to all students and teachers.

The program is sponsored by WSRE, PBS for the Gulf Coast, AT&T, the Real Yellow Pages, and Resort Realty Portofino Island.

As the students read and reach set goals, they earn cool prizes in addition to Pelicans tickets.

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