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New York Life and Major League Baseball Forge Multi-Year Partnership, Including Support of Little League Baseball and Softball

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
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New York Life, America's largest mutual life insurer1, Major League Baseball (MLB), and Little League International today announced that New York Life is expanding its long-term commitment to baseball and youth sports to become the Official Financial Guidance Partner of Major League Baseball.

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  • New York Life, America's largest mutual life insurer1, Major League Baseball (MLB), and Little League International today announced that New York Life is expanding its long-term commitment to baseball and youth sports to become the Official Financial Guidance Partner of Major League Baseball.
  • As part of the multi-year partnership, New York Life has also been named an Official Sponsor of Little League and the Little League World Series, as well as the Presenting Sponsor of the MLB Little League Classic held each August in Williamsport, Pennsylvania.
  • “Through this partnership, we are continuing to support our agents’ efforts to build relationships with clients across the country,” said Amy Hu, Chief Marketing Officer, New York Life.
  • “We’re excited by the opportunity to foster regular digital, stadium, and in person connections that resonate with our key client segments.”

Comerica Donates $17,000 to IMAGINE Mentoring During Detroit Tigers Negro League Weekend Celebrations

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Tuesday, July 25, 2023
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DETROIT, July 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Comerica Bank named IMAGINE Mentoring as its featured Detroit Tigers Negro Leagues Weekend community partner and donated $17,000 to the nonprofit organization, which serves, teaches and empowers young women who have experienced trauma.

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  • DETROIT, July 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Comerica Bank named IMAGINE Mentoring as its featured Detroit Tigers Negro Leagues Weekend community partner and donated $17,000 to the nonprofit organization, which serves, teaches and empowers young women who have experienced trauma.
  • "I am proud to have Comerica as a partner," Latonya L. Garth, The IMAGINE Mentoring Program of Michigan Founder.
  • The Tigers Negro Leagues Weekend is an annual tradition marking the longest-running weekend celebration of its kind in Major League Baseball.
  • Including this year's financial support, Comerica and Comerica Charitable Foundation has provided IMAGINE Mentoring over $35,000 in contributions and grants since 2020.

The Players Alliance Announces Toni's Promise Softball Team Set to Compete in Jennie Finch Classic During MLB All-Star Week

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Wednesday, July 5, 2023
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Toni's Promise brings together top-tier talent from across the nation to compete in the Jennie Finch Classic during the 2023 MLB All-Star week in Seattle, WA.

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  • Toni's Promise brings together top-tier talent from across the nation to compete in the Jennie Finch Classic during the 2023 MLB All-Star week in Seattle, WA.
  • "The girls that were selected for this inaugural team are some of the best in the country and have a lot to bring to softball.
  • Geographical and economic challenges are barriers that may be easily addressed,'' said Curtis Granderson, Board chair of The Players Alliance.
  • Find a full Toni's Promise roster here and Jennie Finch Classic schedule of games here .

LIDS ANNOUNCES PROMOTION OF BOB DURDA AS COMPANY PRESIDENT

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023
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INDIANAPOLIS, May 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, leading sports retailer, Lids has announced that Bob Durda has officially been appointed as the company's President.

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  • Durda has been with Lids for over 13 years, and previously served as the company's
    INDIANAPOLIS, May 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, leading sports retailer, Lids has announced that Bob Durda has officially been appointed as the company's President.
  • Durda has held the roles of Buying Director and Senior Vice President of Merchandising before this new role, having sold Sport Fan-Attic, a company he co-founded, to Lids in 2009.
  • As president, Durda will continue to drive Lids growth via brand elevation internationally and bringing best-in-class products to market.
  • "It's an exciting time for Lids, and I'm thrilled to begin my new role alongside a dynamic and supportive team," said Durda.

Bank of America Awards Negro Leagues Baseball Museum $1M Grant for New Facility

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023
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KANSAS CITY, Mo., May 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Negro Leagues Baseball Museum (NLBM) today announced it has been awarded a $1 million grant from Bank of America in support of the museum's $25 million capital campaign to build a new 30,000 square-foot facility. This funding will enable the NLBM to provide the latest state of the art technology that will be used to promote diversity, inclusion, and equity through the lens of America's unsung baseball heroes who overcame tremendous social adversity to play baseball.  The announcement was made at the NLBM with bank and museum officials alongside Congressman Emanuel Cleaver; Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas; Frank White, Jr., Jackson County Executive; Kathy Nelson, President & CEO, Kansas City Sports Commission and John Sherman, Chairman & CEO Kansas City Royals.

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  • KANSAS CITY, Mo., May 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Negro Leagues Baseball Museum (NLBM) today announced it has been awarded a $1 million grant from Bank of America in support of the museum's $25 million capital campaign to build a new 30,000 square-foot facility.
  • "Thanks to the generosity and continued support of Bank of America, the future of the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum begins today," said Bob Kendrick, museum president.
  • "Our growth from a one-room office to becoming America's National Negro Leagues Baseball Museum has been an amazing journey.
  • This announcement is the latest in a series of investments that Bank of America has made in the Kansas City community.

Strat-O-Matic, Negro Leagues Baseball Museum To Launch NFTs Honoring All-Time Greats In Partnership With Fanaply

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Tuesday, November 1, 2022
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GLEN HEAD, N.Y., Nov. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Few organizations have stronger ties to the rich history of baseball than Strat-O-Matic (@StratOMatic), the market leader in sports simulation, and the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum (@NLBMuseumKC). In their latest collaboration, the two venerable institutions today announced the planned February 2023 release of digital collectibles in the form of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) honoring several Hall of Fame Negro Leagues players, in partnership with Fanaply (@fanaply), the eco-conscious NFT solution provider for the world's biggest names in sports, music, and entertainment.

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  • This will allow NFT owners to simulate at-bats of each player against figures from throughout baseball history.
  • "The Negro Leagues had a profound impact on the advancement of American civil rights and culture."
  • "The Negro Leagues Baseball Museum is proud to continue its amazing partnership with Strat-O-Matic, which has long been a supporter of the museum and Negro Leagues history," said Bob Kendrick, NLBM President.
  • The Negro Leagues Baseball Museum ( http://www.nlbm.com ), is the world's only museum dedicated solely to preserving this incredible history.

TRUTH DEI PARTNERS WITH THE OTHER BOYS OF SUMMER DOCUMENTARY

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Tuesday, September 13, 2022
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PHOENIX, Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Former Arizona Diamondbacks Executive Vice President and Chief Legal Officer, Nona Lee, and Emmy nominated Filmmaker, Lauren Meyer, join forces to create meaningful change in diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in corporations, sports teams and organizations across the country.

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  • "It's time for all of us to face the truth about diversity, equity and inclusion in our organizations."
  • While leading DEI initiatives with the Diamondbacks, Lee brought "The Other Boys of Summer" to the organization for a Juneteenth program where she experienced the impact it had on the staff and culture of the team.
  • When she stepped out to pursue her passion of DEI work, it was the perfect opportunity to reconnect with filmmaker Lauren Meyer and team up to include "The Other Boys of Summer" as part of Truth DEI.
  • If you would like to inquire about booking the Truth DEI and The Other Boys of Summer Program, visit www.truthdei.com .

Negro Leagues Baseball Museum and First Business Bank Announce Partnership to Help “Coin the Legacy” of the Negro Leagues

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Friday, April 8, 2022
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The Negro Leagues Baseball Museum (NLBM) announced today an exciting partnership with First Business Bank to become the Official Bank of the United States Mint Negro Leagues Commemorative Coins program.

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  • The Negro Leagues Baseball Museum (NLBM) announced today an exciting partnership with First Business Bank to become the Official Bank of the United States Mint Negro Leagues Commemorative Coins program.
  • The bipartisan bill directed the U.S. Treasury to produce a three-coin series to commemorate the Centennial of Negro Leagues Baseball.
  • The Negro Leagues Baseball Museum is thrilled to welcome First Business Bank as a partner and the official bank of our U.S. Mint Negro Leagues Commemorative Coins program, said Bob Kendrick, NLBM President.
  • The Negro Leagues Baseball Centennial Commemorative Coin Act is one of the most important initiatives in museum history.

Smithsonian’s National Postal Museum To Open Baseball Exhibition

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Tuesday, March 22, 2022
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WASHINGTON, March 22, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Postal Museums exhibition Baseball: Americas Home Run explores Americas national pastime through the unique lens of stamps and mail.

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  • WASHINGTON, March 22, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Postal Museums exhibition Baseball: Americas Home Run explores Americas national pastime through the unique lens of stamps and mail.
  • Postal Services esteemed Postmaster Generals Collection, the exhibition approaches the story of baseball from a unique, worldwide perspective.
  • Coincidentally, this very plot of land is now the home of the National Postal Museum.
  • The museum is currently open Friday through Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. For more information about the Smithsonian, call (202) 633-1000.

Smithsonian's National Postal Museum To Open Baseball Exhibition

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Thursday, March 24, 2022
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WASHINGTON, March 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Postal Museum's exhibition "Baseball: America's Home Run" explores America's national pastime through the unique lens of stamps and mail. On view Saturday, April 9, through Jan. 5, 2025, it invites visitors to explore exciting and memorable stories about how the game of baseball became an integral part of American history and tradition.

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  • WASHINGTON, March 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Postal Museum's exhibition "Baseball: America's Home Run" explores America's national pastime through the unique lens of stamps and mail.
  • Postal Service's esteemed Postmaster General's Collection, the exhibition approaches the story of baseball from a unique, worldwide perspective.
  • Coincidentally, this very plot of land is now the home of the National Postal Museum.
  • The museum is currently open Friday through Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. For more information about the Smithsonian, call (202) 633-1000.