
Travelers to "Play Ball" with the Yard Goats in 2016
Published on June 16, 2015 under Eastern League (EL1)
Hartford Yard Goats News Release
Hartford, Conn- The Hartford Yard Goats today announced a multi-year sponsorship that will make Travelers a Founding Partner at Dunkin' Donuts Park, which is set to open in April of 2016. The sponsorship includes signage inside and outside of the stadium, naming rights of the Kid's Fun Zone area in centerfield, a community-based program, and more.
"The Yard Goats will add a new dimension to the city that will contribute to the continued success of Hartford, and we're excited to be a part of it," said Andy Bessette, Executive Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer of Travelers. "We are deeply committed to the communities in which we live and work, and sponsoring Hartford's new minor league baseball team is one more way for us to support the city."
"We are thrilled to partner with Travelers, whose deep commitment to the Hartford community aligns perfectly with our goals and ideals," said Josh Solomon, owner of the Yard Goats. "Travelers has been a top notch corporate citizen in Hartford for decades, as well as an admired community supporter, and we look forward to a long-lasting, mutually beneficial partnership."
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