PCL1 Fresno Grizzlies

The Best Mascot In The Major Leagues Takes On The Best That Minor League Baseball Has To Offer

Published on August 12, 2008 under Pacific Coast League (PCL1)
Fresno Grizzlies News Release


FRESNO, CA - The Fresno Grizzlies will welcome a very special guest to Chukchansi Park when they return to open their final nine home games of the season on Saturday, August 16th against the Las Vegas 51's. The finest mascot in Major League Baseball, the Phillie Phanatic, will take on the best in Minor League Baseball, Parker, in a Mascot Showdown. Additionally, one lucky fan who takes advantage of the Scott McClain 4-pack at FresnoGrizzlies.com will be chosen for a special grand prize when the Grizzlies take on the top farm club of the Los Angeles Dodgers this weekend.

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The Phillie Phanatic, the famed mascot of the Philadelphia Phillies, will visit Chukchansi Park on Saturday, August 16th when the Grizzlies kick off their final homestand of the season against Las Vegas. The Phanatic, presented in the Central Valley by Claim Jumper Restaurant, debuted in 1978 at Veteran's Stadium when the Phils played the Chicago Cubs. Since then, he has been given the title "baseball's best mascot" by sports analysts and publications across the country.

Though much younger, hometown favorite Parker was named the country's best mascot by GameOps.com in 2007, and is regarded as the greatest mascot that Minor League Baseball has to offer. Though Parker has the utmost respect for a character like the Phanatic that "paved the way", the Grizzlies believe their furry friend can hold his own with anyone.

"The Phanatic is the most well-known mascot, but we think Parker will give him a run for his money," said Grizzlies director of mascot relations Bradley Collins, who is also Parker's best friend. "There will be a lot of collaborative skits that showcase the skills of both mascots and the fans will vote for their favorites with their applause."

The fun on Saturday night won't just be limited to the mascots however, as one lucky fan will be selected for a unique prize. Beginning today at FresnoGrizzlies.com, fans can purchase a four-pack of Field Level Reserved tickets for Saturday night's game for just $20. One fan that takes advantage of the "At Bat With Mac" Pack will be chosen at random on the 16th for a batting practice session with Grizzlies slugger Scott McClain before an upcoming contest, as well as four 600 Club tickets to that night's game. McClain is the active, career home run leader in all of Minor League Baseball, and one of the most popular players in Grizzlies history.

The Fresno Grizzlies welcome the Phillie Phanatic and the Las Vegas 51's to Chukchansi Park on Saturday, August 16th when they kick off their final nine home games of the 2008 season. For information regarding the "At Bat With Mac" Pack, tickets, promotions, or Grizzlies baseball, visit FresnoGrizzlies.com or call 559.320.HITS.

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