Hello PawSox Fans!

Last evening, Thursday,  was the 73rd Annual Baseball Writers Award Dinner held at the Westin Copely Hotel in Boston. We always look forward to this fantastic event. We choose a meeting point and it’s decided we would meet at Dave & Busters in Braintree right near the South Shore Plaza. Upon arrival there, new PawSox Broadcaster Aaron Goldsmith takes the lead and heads in. As everyone knows by now, Aaron has replaced Dan Hoard. There were more than 150 applicants for gig and Aaron was the one that got the job. We all wish him the best, and welcome him into the PawSox Family.

It appears Aaron fits right in and digs into the “Mountain of Nachos.”

We all enjoy some wings, sliders, fries, snap peas, and what was left of the nachos once Aaron was done ripping into them. We get our tickets and head off to Boston.

We arrive at the hotel a short while later. They are not bashful in charging around 30 bucks for parking. We make our way up the escalators where we are greeted by a Ragtime Band and Wally the Green Monster.

Also, a pretty impressive sight of this young lady painted entirely in this silver tone color. She was walking by and when I asked for a photo she immediately froze. Well done!

Everyone is gathered outside the ballroom for the time being. They have Cracker Jack and Popcorn. The sportswriters are gathered around and a lot of the discussion is not only baseball, but also the upcoming Pats game. Here Sean McAdam and Nick Cafardo chat it u with some folks. McAdam will be introducing the head table.

I head into the ballroom where the event will take place. It’s still empty, but I do see this years award winner for Red Sox Rookie of the Year Josh Reddick. I congratulate Josh on his award and will miss his knowledge on country music. Josh is heading to Oakland for the 2012 season and we wish him luck. He is talking with another award winner of the Good Guy Award, Jarrod Saltalamacchia.

The dais is presently empty, but soon will be filled with the award winners and presenters. They have a big screen on either side that’s used to play videos for some of the award winners.

I find our table….number 18. Great location. I stake my claim on a seat. However, I do have an eye on those dinner rolls across from me.

One of the annual attendees at the event is Lynn. Always dressed in her Red Sox duds!

After McAdam announces the head table, Sports Guy Karl Ravech takes over as the emcee for the event. He introduces the whole head table.

I Check the menu and realize I have never had what they are serving. First it was the salad.

I was curious to learn what a roasted bosc pear timbale blue cheese, etc….was all about!  I soon found out! A small mix of edible ingredients that you pour the emulsion on. Prior to this evening I always called it dressing. Perhaps I need to get out more. Its served on a flat plate, requiring you to use a piece of the dinner roll to prevent the escape of any of the ingredients off the side of the plate. It was very good.

While waiting for the entrée there is an autograph session for those 16 and under. PawSox catcher Ryan Lavarnway and former PawSox pitcher Tommy Hottovy are both getting awards this evening. Ryan for Red Sox Minor League Player of the Year and Tommy is being presented with the Lou Gorman Award. Hottovy will be spending the 2012 season in the KC Royals organization.

Red Sox General Manager Ben Cherington and Big Papi David Ortiz seem to be in a serious conversation.

It’s time for the entrée. Once again, I never heard or eaten what I read from the menu…

Here it is!  I still don’t get the “New Potatoes” Thing. They look like home fries to me!

The program gets underway. They show a great video of Josh Reddick before he gets presented his award. I get a shot of his big bubble in the dugout!

Reddick accepts his award and thanks the Sox for everything and in his parting words lets us all know he will be at Fenway with Oakland to beat the Sox at the end of April.

Do you think Big Papi just let new Red Sox Manager Bobby Valentine know he is going to slug 75 home runs?

John McDonald gets the Ben Mondor New England Player of the Year Award. John played for the Jays and was traded in August to the Diamondbacks. It’s a beautiful award.

One of my favorite Red Sox Players Jim Lonborg was there for the Special Achievement Award. I remember my dad taking me to Fenway Park for the first time when I was 7 years old. On my 10th birthday, Dad and I went to a game at Fenway and I got to meet and shake hands with Mr. Lonborg. Before getting his award, he chats a bit with Tom Werner.

Every year Gentleman Jim Lonborg comes to a game with a large group of adults and kids. Time for you to get your tickets also! Call 401-724-7300 or visit pawsox.com.

The event was an awesome time. Sharing some food I’ve never had before with some great co-workers. It was time to head back. One of the guys gets a call from his wife saying it’s snowing hard in RI, yet here in Boston there is no sign of any snow. That all changed as I was traveling down route 24. After leaving Braintree there were a few flakes. It got progressively worse as I continued. This was the view I had!

I was able to travel at a speed of 12-21 mph!  Of course you always have those knuckleheads with their 4 wheel drive thinking they can just plow through at a high rate of speed. As I was maneuvering my way along a straight portion if the highway, this four-wheel drive past going too fast. I thought to myself, “It’s only a matter of time.”  It was actually a very short matter of time. As the driver passed another vehicle you could see it fishtail and start to spin. The driver was unable to gain control of the vehicle and as I passed saw the front end of their vehicle crushed against the median guard rail. I was going to stop and make sure everyone was alright and was in the process of pulling over and saw this guy get out wearing a t-shirt and a Yankee hat. He started the kicking the guard rail and throwing his arms in the air. Figuring he was ok, I continued on my way.

Always use caution driving in the snow. I am not a snow lover and hope this is all the snow we get. However, I am a warm day/night person and hope for every PawSox home game is played in great weather. Come on out to McCoy, don’t forget the Flex Tickets! Join the fun and see firsthand that we are…………”Here For You!”

Would love to hear from you!

Yours in Baseball

Rick Medeiros                             rickm@pawsox.com

Hello PawSox Fans!

We would like to wish you all a very Healthy and Happy New Year!

While celebrating a quiet New Years Eve with family and friends, I got a text message from Paws saying he saw there was going to be a Polar Bear Plunge in Newport on New Years Day and he wanted to attend. It does indeed make sense. After all, Paws is a Polar Bear so I’m sure we can all understand his interest. He stated that he would be going solo because Sox said she really didn’t enjoy the beach sand.

This morning Paws and I arrive at Easton’s Beach (1st Beach) It’s a beautiful morning and the sun is shining bright. I am the first to admit I am NOT a cold weather person but Paws doesn’t mind any type of climate. The beach is just about empty.

The Polar Bear Plunge held annually on New Years Day has been a fund-raiser for a Wish Come True for about the last 17 years. Volunteers begin to arrive to accept donations and also sell some great towels.

The Newport Polar Bear Club has been doing this since 1969! They meet every Sunday during the winter at this beach and go for a swim! I’m told they will arrive in a limo around 11:30. The day stays bright with a temperature around 48 degrees. Still not the weather I have any desire to jump into the ocean. Paws is chomping at the bit and wants in. More people start arriving.

 

It is a festive atmosphere. Drummers have arrived early and keep your toes tapping. More people start arriving. Some bring their beach chairs.

They have a nice statue near the Rotunda at the beach from family services, but I cant help but wonder if that young girl is asking her dad to not take the “Cold Plunge.”

One of the participants believes in safety first so he has equipped himself with some Swimmies.

People have some great costumes.

More people arrive…Paws begins to mingle with the crowd.

The Portuguese are well represented by some of the “Portuguese Princesses” who will be taking the plunge.

And more people start filling the beach…

Now the beach is packed!

People keep coming!  The Police have to shut down the road! Great Day, Great Turn out.

 

Now there is a sea of people who soon will be leaping into the sea! I get word that the Limo has arrived and Paws and I head over there. Paws is looking forward to meeting his brother and sister Polar Bears.

The Polar Bears arrive via the Limo and Paws meets every single one of them. A bagpipe will be leading the group to the sea as part of their annual march. They do allow other folks to join them even if they don’t swim every Sunday. They refer to them as Cubs. At 12 noon there is a mad dash for the water!

Perhaps there are thousands of people who “Take the Plunge!”

The Bag Pipes come to life  and Paws leads the way for the Polar Bears as they stroll towards the ocean.

As they head to the water, all the people make a path to allow the Annual March.

I warn Paws that we didn’t have a change of clothes so be careful. He headed towards the sea with his new friends!

Paws was the On Duty Life Guard and kept an eye on everyone.

 

A great photo from Dave Hansen of the Newport Daily News.

He took time to pose with fans. Everyone was yelling for Paws and even started a Paws Chant!

He also had the chance to pose with his brother Polar Bear!

We were also very fortunate to meet Colin. Colin just turned 11 recently and has been battling a rare form of cancer. Todays event will help Colin and his family. We all wish Colin and his family all the best!

It was a great day! Paws reminded everyone to not forget January 13th from 6-9:00 pm to come see him at the annual Hot Stove Party right at McCoy Stadium. Paws and Sox should be the only Polar Bears there, but he did invite all his new friends. Paws also wants to repeat what we all say all the time….we are………”Here For You!”

Happy New Year!

Would love to hear from you!

Your Friend in Baseball,

Rick Medeiros            rickm@pawsox.com

Hello PawSox Fans!

Hope everyone is having a great Holiday Season thus far. With the New Year mere days away, the PawSox Hot Stove gets stoked up!

On Christmas Eve, Santa Claus and Santa Paws once again loaded up the Paws Sleigh and delivered toys to some of those who have been struggling a bit. Here Santa stands outside the Sleigh with a game the whole family can play. He puts the game in his sack with the other toys and makes the delivery much to the delight of the youngsters who are filled with glee to receive a special visit from both Santa and Paws!

Santa and Paws got an early start and worked throughout the evening. Santa and Paws took some time to pose for pictures with some of the family members.

     As we all get prepared to celebrate the New Year in our own way, there is one date you want to mark on your calendar. Lucky Friday the 13th of January. From 6-9 pm, McCoy Stadium host their annual Hot Stove Party! PawSox Skipper Arnie Beyeler is scheduled to be there along with players, Brandon Duckworth, Alex Wilson, Luis Exposito and Alex Hassan. There will be a Q&A an autograph session, and as always the best hot dogs for your dinner. Lest we forget, its all FREE!

   Of course the ticket office will remain open so you can get in on the Flex Tickets. The PawSox Offices are closed until January 3rd so you can call and order all your tickets via phone at 401-724-7300. You can also order them online at pawsox.com.

     I look forward to seeing you all at the Hot Stove Party! The motto for the 2012 season is “Have A Ball!” What better way to start off the new year by having a ball at the Hot Stove Party!  See you there, and you can see we are all………”Here For You!”

   Yours in Baseball,

   Rick Medeiros    rickm@pawsox.com

 

Hello PawSox Fans!

     After all the planning, shopping, putting up decorations, deciding on whose house and what to cook, its time to spend some quality time with family and friends. As the days click by, it gets ever closer to April 5th, 2012. Opening Night at McCoy Stadium. I have asked Santa to make it a quick and mild winter. Hope he comes through.

    I’m sure this final week will be the same hustle and bustle for all those who procrastinated like myself. You have to look at it with a sense of humor and not allow yourself to get stressed out. One way to beat the stress I found was to shop at the PawSox Team Store and grab some Flex Tickets which make great gifts for everyone!  

   Last week we had the PawSox Christmas Party at Flemmings. The food was fantastic! Each year it’s fun to celebrate with your co-workers. Eric, the guy who runs the team store is offering some great package deals on PawSox gear. Eric was telling me about some of the special deals before we mug for the camera.

    Team President Mike Tamburro takes a moment with PawSox PR/Media Guru Bill Wanless, and Official Scorer Bruce Guinden.

 

Former PawSox announcer and current Boston Bruins announcer Jim Martin was there sporting his Stanley Cup Ring. It’s about the size of a potato!

 

     On Saturday, Santa Paws once again took part in Operation Christmas. There he met with families handing out high fives to all the youngsters. Being the animal lover he is, he posed for a photo with Winston.

 

   Operation Christmas gives out toys to help out those who need a bit of a helping hand. It’s wonderful to see all the volunteers helping round-up the toys and give them to the families. There are rows of toys on tables that are labeled to be age appropriate.

      Every child gets a new hat and a pair of gloves.

    Of course Santa Paws took some time to pose! He did indulge in a few chocolate donuts causing his shirt to un-snap.

       Santa Paws wanted to take a photo with Barbara and Rene. Barbara spearheads the Operation Christmas event and Rene is responsible for running the telethon which generates the revenues to buy the children’s toys.

 

It truly is a terrific program. I’m sure I speak for everyone to offer a huge “Thank You!” to all those who make it all work. I had the opportunity yesterday to speak with a nice woman who explained to me that she has been on “both sides of the line.”  She used to be in line waiting for toys for her children. Now she waits in line as a volunteer holding a big durable trash bag waiting to help the next person.

    Make sure your check list is complete. Be certain to have on your list the flex tickets. Undated, good for any regular season game in 2012, now that surely beats Clark Griswold Jelly of the Month Club!

     A quick drawing was made of a potential position player making his way to McCoy in 2012. The face looks a bit familiar, but I just can’t recall the name…..Be well, Be Safe and Merry Christmas…………If you need anything, remember we are…………”Here For You!”

   Yours in Baseball,

    Rick Medeiros        rickm@pawsox.com

   

    Hello PawSox Fans!

    Want to make certain everyone is aware that tickets for the 2012 PawSox season are now on sale just in time for Christmas!

   Santa Paws has been active as always around the Christmas Holiday season. Last weekend, Paws took part in the Operation Christmas telethon at Harbor Mall in Fall River. It’s a fun raiser to benefit those families that have fallen on a bit of hard times, and the funds raised will go to purchasing toys and games for the children in the family.  Here, Paws does a little dance!

   The new PawSox Broadcasting job is coming along and entering the final stages. There are approximately 6 finalist for the job. Stay tuned!

   Dont forget to visit pawsox.com and do some shopping for some terrific gifts from the PawSox Team Store.

   I just had my computer tuned up and have lost all the photos. I miss the pictures but stay tuned! There will be other pictures shortly!   Lest we forget, in 2012 we will be………..”Here For You!”

    Yours in Baseball,

    Rick Medeiros

 

    Hello PawSox Fans!

      The whole PawSox Staff is having a busy off-season preparing for the 2012 season. Lining up the sponsors, taking flex ticket orders and handling requests for Full Season Tickets. The 2012 PawSox schedule was just released and soon the promotion games will be firmed up and added to the schedule.

     Of course during the course of the workday we get hungry. One of the great benefits of working for the PawSox is you never have to worry about a meal. During the season, executive Chef Ken cooks for the entire staff. For lunch Ken will make anything from Shepard’s Pie to Chicken Parm! We always have fresh cold-cuts and bread to make sandwiches. There will be a couple of sides like carrots, red bliss smashed potatoes and soup. Always an awesome variety. On game days, Ken is responsible for cooking all the food for the suites, the press box, the staff and all the players and coaches…..from both teams!

    During the off-season, Ken’s opens Ken’s Deli and provides us with lunch. Here’s how it works. In the main office there is a menu you order your deli sandwiches from. You fill them out and put them in the basket. Ken also posts the specials of the day.

     On this day I choose the tuna on multi-grain pita bread, lettuce, onions and of course lots of hot peppers!

     We can take our lunch break when we have a chance. There is delicious soup every day and sides. Here is my lunch for the day!

    Like every day, it taste fantastic! After lunch it’s time to get back to taking orders for group outings and flex ticket packages. Game tickets go on sale December 10th at the Free PawSox Christmas Party! Mark that date on your calendar, you don’t want to miss it. You can order your flex tickets now and on the 10th any staff member can fill your order while you’re at the Christmas party! Or, you can choose to do it by phone or right at home via computer.

     We also have some premium season tickets available in every section! You can come to the stadium and take your seat for a test drive! So head to the stadium, give us a call to learn all the benefits of Full Season Tickets! Just like the entire PawSox Staff, the season tickets are also…………….”Here For You!”        

   Drop me a note at rickm@pawsox.com

     Yours in Baseball,

      Rick Medeiros

     Hello PawSox Fans!

     As I walked out the door this morning to head to McCoy I was met with a 39 degree temp! A quick 180 and on with the PawSox fleece. As I started my car and put the heat on full blast,  I realized it wasnt that long ago when we were all wearing short sleeve shirts enjoying some warm weather and cheering on the PawSox. Unfortunately, the cold weather arrives quickly. I hope that it leaves quickly.

    I just remember as every day passes we are one day closer to Opening Day at McCoy Stadium! Mark it on your calender…April 5th, 2012!

     On Saturday I went on a  haunted hayride to the Trails to Terror.

      As you wait in line there is some sort of creepy guy talking on a microphone that welcomes you to ride.

     You sit on a hay bale on a trailer pulled by a tractor and head to Freak Street…

     Along the way all types of monsters and zombies jump out of the woods at you. It’s a fun ride but I still prefer to be at McCoy Stadium watching the ballgame. During the off-season it’s a busy time to prepare for the 2012 season. Fans are already ordering their flex ticket packages and season tickets. Businesses are renewing their sponsorships and new ideas are always welcome to enhance the excitement at McCoy.

    You need to visit the PawSox website often to see whats new. The schedule should be released in the next couple of weeks so you can plan accordingly. Rumor has it that during the 2012 season there will be a “Bark in the Park” night where dogs will be welcome to enjoy the game. Stay tuned.

    Also during this off-season, a search has begun to replace Dan Hoard as one of the PawSox broadcasters. Dan has taken a job with the Cincinnati Bengals and will be missed. The applications, resumes and CD’s arrive from all over the country. It is a tough task to choose from all the talent. Each application, resume is read and each CD is listened to. As you can see by the photo, one must be chosen from the pile that grows daily.

    In recent years many of former PawSox Broadcaster have gone on to work in the Major League. During the last 12 years or so 4 have gone on to broadcast games for MLB teams. Andy Freed now is the voice or the Tampa Bay Rays. Dave Flemming is with the Giants, Dave Jageler is working for the Washington Nats, and of course Don Orsilo is working for the Red Sox.

     Like ball players, broadcasters goal is to make it to the “show.” Have you ever tried to broadcast a game? Its not an easy task at all. You should give it a try sometime.

     Dont wait, get your flex tickets now! Het your season tickets for the 2012 season. You can come visit the stadium and a member of the PawSox Staff will show you what seats are available. You can sit, hug, smooch and caress your seat. It will be your seat for every game! It doesn’t stop there! There are many benefits to being a season ticket holder. Discounts, season ticket only events, early admission to autograph sessions, appreciation BBQ, post season batting practice just to name a few. Give the PawSox a call or stop by, choose your seats(s) right NOW! It’s very affordable with a ton of benefits!

    Be sure to check back for who will be the next PawSox broadcaster. Whoever it is, it wont take long before they realize we are……..”Here For You!”

Would love to hear from you   rickm@pawsox.com

   Yours in Baseball,

   Rick Medeiros        

Hello PawSox Fans!

At the end of last week it was time for the annual season ticket holder batting practice. Although most of us were still stinging about the Red Sox not playing in the postseason, a fun time was had by all. The season ticket holders are invited to don a helmet, step in the cage and take some hacks from the pitching machine. A complete lunch of hamburgers, sausage & peppers, hot dogs, soft drinks, etc… is served under the red BBQ tent for all to enjoy.

The video board welcomes all to McCoy:

The scoreboard offered encouragement!

It was a fun-filled day and one of the many benefits that come with being a season ticket holder! The young ones really have a blast…This future All-Star gives the ball a ride.

Mr. Frankie took his place in the cage. He is 104 years old! This was confirmed by checking his driver’s license. He is the oldest person I ever met. He was swinging for the fences!

                                          

      Season ticket holder Rick admires his hit deep into left field….Or is he?

      Everyone also has a chance to take the mound in the bullpen and test their pitching skill. It’s a known fact that your  tongue can add more curve to your breaking ball! The proof is in the picture!

      Personally, I prefer the pitching machine.

      Everyone also had a chance to take to the field and play their favorite position. Here PawSox Executive Chef Ken waits in the outfield for some action…He has got himself a canon for an arm!

      PawSox Director of Community Relations plays first base.He had to dig this toss out of the dirt.

     The weather was great, the food was awesome and the laughs were plenty! It’s always a fantastic day. If you have ever considered getting season tickets, do not wait any longer! You get the same premium seat for every regular season game, discounts in the team store, start of the season appreciation BBQ and a cornucopia of other benefits! Feel free to call 401-724-7300 or visit pawsox.com should you have any questions. I encourage all of you to chat with our season ticket holders and they will all agree the entire PawSox Staff is…………”Here For You!” 

    I would love to hear from you.. rickm@pawsox.com

     Yours in Baseball,

     Rick Medeiros

Hello PawSox Fans!

Unfortunately, the PawSox season ended quicker then I would’ve liked. I was hoping to go all the way and win the Governors Cup. But like Sox fans always say, “Wait’ll Next Year!”

As expected, it was a fun and exciting season and we would like to thank every fan that attended a game during the season. A very special thank you to our season ticket and flex ticket fans for the support throughout the season. Thanks to the fans and the organizations that had an outing during the season in one of the suites, a BBQ or a block of tickets. The PawSox can only succeed with the fans support.

We  now get ready for the 2012 season. Look for areas that can be improved upon and any new ideas for promotions and/or events. One of our more popular promotions is the bobblehead giveaway night. During the season, Clay Buchholz was the featured player for the bobblehead. The bobblehead giveaway has been sponsored by Bristol County Savings Bank for the last 10 years. 4,000 of the bobbleheads are given to fans. Each year, Bristol County also purchase a couple of extra cases that are autographed by the featured player. The featured player receives a case for himself. Also, the PawSox make a nice donation to the players charity of choice. On Friday, the 16th it was up to Fenway to have them signed.

It was agreed that we would arrive after batting practice to have Clay autograph the bobbleheads. Bill Wanless, the PawSox VP and Public Relations was to meet me at Fenway at 4:30. A expected, the Friday traffic going into Boston was horrendus. I arrive just a bit before Bill and meet with Paulie as I do every year for the signing. Paulie is one of the Red Sox staff that handles the parking of the players vehicles and other guests. With the very limited parking, finding spots for all the vehicles is quite a task. Paulie, however, always seems to be smiling.

Paulie uses the sidewalks on either side, the inside of the building and any other available space for the vehicles to fit. It’s like a giant puzzle or a game of Tetris! The road is shut down for pedestrians and thru-traffic. You have to leave your keys in the vehicle, at any time it can be moved. It is quite impressive to just watch all the vehicles being park. Early on, both sides of the sidewalks are filled with vehicles.

At the clubhouse entrance Bear Brian is on guard. Like legendary Coach Bear Bryant, this bear has the same intesity as he guards the door. Rumor has if any attempt is made to sneak by him, your flesh is clawed from the bones. It’s always nice to see him, and he’s always in a good mood, as long as you dont try and get by without authorization.

Bill and I head into the family room and set up the bobbleheads for Clay to sign. The plan is to have them ready to go and run like an assembly line. After one is signed, its put back in the box and another unsigned bobblehead is placed on the table. They lined up and ready to go!

Clay arrives right on time and starts the task of signing each one.

When done, Clay takes a moment to pose with the little statue of him. Mission accomplished!

After thanking Clay for his time, and wishing him the best in the future, I’m feeling hunger pangs. We head over to Game On but there’s about a one hour wait for food. After downing a bottle of water, I head to the press box to eat. Bill and I have passes that allow entrance to the press box. They always have great food there. After paying the small fee, I indulge in a hot dog, a couple of slices of pizza, some chicken fingers and fries. I grab a soda and have a seat with umpiring supervisor/evaluator Kevin O’Connor. Lou Merloni is at the next table and we chat a bit. Being it’s a rather important series with the Rays, the media is well represented. The place is pretty crowded and baseball talk fills the room.

It’s quite a view from the press box.

All the media folks take their spots.

After getting a full belly I figure I will watch a few innings. I sit in the State Street Pavilion area. I love this area for many reasons. You can watch “The Shift” and you  can watch the play develope. I get there just after the National Anthem was finished and it was time to Play Ball! On the first pitch the batter bunts….Becket sprints in, bare hands the ball and makes some type of attempt to roll the ball to first base. The ball drifts away from the first baseman and heads down the right field line while the runner heads into second base standing up. Not really a good start. After a pop-up, Evan Longoria step up to the plate and blasted a shot into the Green Monster. From where I was sitting, it appeared to clearly be a homerun. The umpires jogged into the Rays dugout to review the play. The video board lets us all know…

Josh Reddick and teammates await the umpires decision. All they needed to do was yell up to me…I would have saved everyone time and tell them it was “Outta Here!”

     A short while later the fans are advised. Just as I suspected.

     The Red Sox pull out a win. I wish in my heart that the PawSox were in Alberqueqe, New Mexico to play for the Governors Cup tomorrow (Tuesday the 20th)  PawSox Fans are by far the most passionate, loyal and knowledgable fans in the world. The fans make it very enjoyable to come to work. Thank you once again for the 2011 season. Please stay tuned throughout the off-season to see what’s going on. The PawSox love their fans which make it very easy to be…………..”Here For You!”

 

     Yours in Baseball,

      Rick Medeiros

rickm@pawsox.com

Hello PawSox Fans!

      Time sure does fly by. It seems like only a few weeks ago we were getting ready for opening day and now here we are playing the second game in the playoffs against the Iron Pigs in Lehigh Valley. The PawSox lost their first game, down by a run in the second game, but you gotta have faith! Our Team, Our Time!

    A lot has happened since the last blog post. The PawSox played at Fenway Park as part of the Futures at Fenway Day on August 20th. It was an awesome day, and although the PawSox lost, a great time was had by all. I had a visit from a very good friend and PawSox fan. Toby and his mom and dad came to Fenway to watch the game, visiting from the other side of the pond, England. Toby brought me a card that he made himself, and I still have it on my desk.

  

    We also had a visit from Good Old Irene who brought strong winds and driving rain. The surf at Island Park in Portsmouth was really kicking up and crashing over the wall.

        Once the power was back up and running, the PawSox clinched the North Division Championship at McCoy. It was quite a celebration on the field after the game. This is such a great photo by Jillian Souza of Team President Mike Tamburro about to be drenched with champagne from PawSox Manager Arnie Beyeler. The fluid is caught in mid-air flight!

     Pitcher Tony Pena hugs his teammate amid all the flying champagne.

       Needless to say, the season has been fun, and it’s not over yet!  Head out to McCoy to cheer your PawSox on the first Governors Cup Title since 1984. Saturday the 2004 and 2007 World Series Trophies will be on hand and the first 3,000 fans will get a full color Arnie’s Army Poster. The Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs have adopted the slogan, “Bring Home the Bacon!” I say, lets fry up the bacon and stick a fork in the pork! Lets go all the way….Even during the post season.the whole PawSox staff will be………..”Here For You!”

     Yours in Baseball,

      Rick Medeiros