Grapefruit League

Runs Scored by Phillies Players This Season Leads to $40,000 for Local Charities - Thanks to "Philadelphia Insurance Runs for Charities Program"

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Thursday, November 21, 2019

Through the Philadelphia Insurance Runs for Charities program, Philadelphia Insurance Companies (PHLY) donated $50 for every Phillies run scored in 2019.

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  • Through the Philadelphia Insurance Runs for Charities program, Philadelphia Insurance Companies (PHLY) donated $50 for every Phillies run scored in 2019.
  • The ball club totaled nearly 800 runs, which resulted in Philadelphia Insurance donating $10,000 to four community organizations for a total of $40,000.
  • "All the cheers from fans who helped the Phillies score runs this year were also helping these amazing organizations.
  • We're pleased to team up with the Phillies this season and hope they score even more runs next year."

Runs Scored by Phillies Players This Season Leads to $40,000 for Local Charities - Thanks to "Philadelphia Insurance Runs for Charities Program"

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Thursday, November 21, 2019

Through the Philadelphia Insurance Runs for Charities program, Philadelphia Insurance Companies (PHLY) donated $50 for every Phillies run scored in 2019.

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  • Through the Philadelphia Insurance Runs for Charities program, Philadelphia Insurance Companies (PHLY) donated $50 for every Phillies run scored in 2019.
  • The ball club totaled nearly 800 runs, which resulted in Philadelphia Insurance donating $10,000 to four community organizations for a total of $40,000.
  • "All the cheers from fans who helped the Phillies score runs this year were also helping these amazing organizations.
  • We're pleased to team up with the Phillies this season and hope they score even more runs next year."

EyePromise® Announces Partnership As Official Eye Vitamin Of The Boston Red Sox

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Wednesday, November 13, 2019

CHESTERFIELD, Mo., Nov. 13, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The leading provider of eye vitamins and technology to enhance and protect vision, EyePromise, is proud to announce its partnership with the Boston Red Sox as its official eye vitamin brand through 2020.

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  • CHESTERFIELD, Mo., Nov. 13, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The leading provider of eye vitamins and technology to enhance and protect vision, EyePromise, is proud to announce its partnership with the Boston Red Sox as its official eye vitamin brand through 2020.
  • The #1 doctor recommended brand of eye vitamins, EyePromise, is available to the Boston Red Sox.
  • As part of the official partnership, which runs through 2020, the Boston Red Sox will expand its use of EyePromise's innovative vision-enhancing products throughout the organization.
  • "We're excited to partner with EyePromise as the official eye vitamin brand of the Boston Red Sox," said Red Sox Executive Vice President Troup Parkinson.

WASHINGTON NATIONALS FANS CELEBRATE THEIR FIRST WORLD SERIES CHAMPIONSHIP WITH COMMEMORATIVE BATS & GLOVES

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Thursday, October 31, 2019

A second limited-edition team colors 34-inch bat features the Washington Nationals team logo, World Series Champions logo, the World Series trophy, and scores from all seven games on the barrel.

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  • A second limited-edition team colors 34-inch bat features the Washington Nationals team logo, World Series Champions logo, the World Series trophy, and scores from all seven games on the barrel.
  • A natural finish bat with the Washington Nationals World Series champions logo, team logo, and 4-games to 3-games series victory printed on the barrel retails for $99.95.
  • Two 18-inch Nationals World Champions mini bats with the World Series logo and trophy are available for $11.95 each.
  • Nationals fans can also celebrate their teams historic season with a limited edition commemorative A2000 1786 Wilson glove.

NTT Delivers Successful Ultra Reality Viewing of Live MLB Postseason Game

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Tuesday, October 8, 2019

Ultra Reality Viewing was successfully proven at Game 3 of the American League Division Series presented by Doosan between the Houston Astros and Tampa Bay Rays from Tropicana Field.

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  • Ultra Reality Viewing was successfully proven at Game 3 of the American League Division Series presented by Doosan between the Houston Astros and Tampa Bay Rays from Tropicana Field.
  • Enterprise Partners were invited to this viewing event in order to increase the awareness for other potential uses of this Ultra Reality Viewing experience technology.
  • NTT and MLB will continue to work toward expanding the use of URV Technology for new and exciting fan experiences in other events.
  • With the continued success of MLB Network and MLB digital platforms, MLB continues to find innovative ways for its fans to enjoy Americas National Pastime and a truly global game.

Kansas City's Restless Spirits® Distilling Expands Distribution Footprint Northeast with Boston Red Sox Sponsorship

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Wednesday, August 7, 2019

KANSAS CITY, Mo., Aug. 7, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Restless Spirits Distilling, creating unique Irish & American inspired products in Kansas City since 2016, takes its restless spirit northeast as an official sponsor of the 2018 World Series Champions Boston Red Sox.

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  • KANSAS CITY, Mo., Aug. 7, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Restless Spirits Distilling, creating unique Irish & American inspired products in Kansas City since 2016, takes its restless spirit northeast as an official sponsor of the 2018 World Series Champions Boston Red Sox.
  • "The Shannon family history in Kansas City goes back over 100 years, as does the Red Sox ties to Boston.
  • The deal between Restless Spirits and the Boston Red Sox was inspired by the presence that Restless currently has at Kauffman Stadium, home of the Kansas City Royals.
  • "We look forward to introducing Builders Botanical Gin to our fans and welcoming Restless Spirits Distilling to the Red Sox family."

Citing Baseball Fan Injury "Epidemic" From Foul Balls, Brooklyn Realtor Offers To Pay Cost To Install Protective Netting At Mets And Yankees' Stadiums

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Tuesday, August 6, 2019

BROOKLYN,N.Y., Aug. 6, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Brooklyn realtor and devoted baseball fan Jordan Skopp has a challenge to Major League Baseball: "Protect your fans now!"

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  • BROOKLYN,N.Y., Aug. 6, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Brooklyn realtor and devoted baseball fan Jordan Skopp has a challenge to Major League Baseball: "Protect your fans now!"
  • Fed up with an epidemic of injuries from foul balls hurtling into the stands, Mr. Skopp is offering to personally pay the cost to install protective netting at the Mets and Yankees' stadiums.
  • Mr. Skopp says there IS a model for how stadiums can be made far safer, while actually enhancing the fan experience.
  • I'm willing to pay right now for the New York Mets and New York Yankees to install safety netting, from pole to pole, at their stadiums.

Enter to Win: Smile Direct Club Partners with the New York Yankees to Gift Lucky Baseball Fans the Ultimate VIP Experience

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Wednesday, July 24, 2019

SmileDirectClub is proud to partner with the iconic New York Yankees organization to help spread the message of empowerment and confidence that a smile can bring.

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  • SmileDirectClub is proud to partner with the iconic New York Yankees organization to help spread the message of empowerment and confidence that a smile can bring.
  • Now, SmileDirectClub is gifting 2 fans with the experience of a lifetime that will have them grinning from ear to ear.
  • The New York Yankees sweepstakes runs through August 5, 2019, with the winners to be announced on August 6, 2019.
  • Today, the company employs more than 5,300 team members and has helped more than 650,000 people achieve their dream smile.

Corvias Foundation Honored by Red Sox Foundation

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Monday, July 15, 2019

Corvias Foundation, a private charitable foundation dedicated to increasing opportunities for military families, was honored on-field by Bekah Salwasser, Executive Director of the Red Sox Foundation, at the Boston Red Sox game on July 12 for providing 10 years of support and more than $250,000 in donations to the teams charity organization.

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  • Corvias Foundation, a private charitable foundation dedicated to increasing opportunities for military families, was honored on-field by Bekah Salwasser, Executive Director of the Red Sox Foundation, at the Boston Red Sox game on July 12 for providing 10 years of support and more than $250,000 in donations to the teams charity organization.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20190715005711/en/
    Surrounded by the recent Corvias Foundation college scholarship recipients stands (from left to right) John Picerne, Founder of Corvias Foundation, Maria Montalvo, Executive Director of Corvias Foundation, and Bekah Salwasser, Executive Director of the Red Sox Foundation.
  • Salwasser presented Picerne with a personalized jersey at the July 12th Red Sox game in recognition of Corvias Foundations 10 years of support and more than $250,000 in donations to the Red Sox Foundation.
  • We were thrilled to start working with the Red Sox Foundation to help support their cause, said Maria Montalvo, Executive Director at Corvias Foundation.

Major League Baseball’s “London Series” Opens with help from BrightView’s Sports Turf Division

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Thursday, June 27, 2019

BrightView Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: BV) (BrightView), the nations leading commercial landscaping services company, today announced that its Sports Turf Division has completed another important project for Major League Baseball (MLB).

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  • BrightView Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: BV) (BrightView), the nations leading commercial landscaping services company, today announced that its Sports Turf Division has completed another important project for Major League Baseball (MLB).
  • BrightView is the Official Field Consultant to Major League Baseball, providing field design and construction for games outside the leagues 30 existing ballparks.
  • On June 29 and 30, the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees will compete in a two-game American League series.
  • Back in 1993, they had two minor league teams play at the London Oval, but never an MLB team.