American League

loanDepot and Major League Baseball Bring “Ballpark Bingo” Back to Fans for the 2024 Season

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Thursday, March 28, 2024

New this season, the sweepstakes features two grand prize VIP trip experiences: the first to MLB All-Star Week in Arlington, Tex.

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  • New this season, the sweepstakes features two grand prize VIP trip experiences: the first to MLB All-Star Week in Arlington, Tex.
  • in July, and the second, a VIP experience at the first game of the American League Championship Series (ALCS) or National League Championship Series (NLCS).
  • “Engaging with baseball fans in our communities by adding to the game experience is at the core of loanDepot’s partnership with MLB,” said loanDepot Chief Marketing Officer Alec Hanson.
  • Fans can follow the action on MLB.com and catch exclusive highlights on loanDepot and MLB social media, and on the MLB Network.

New Balance President and CEO Joe Preston and Procter & Gamble-Gillette Vice President Karan Dyson to Deliver Commencement Addresses at Bentley University

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Friday, March 29, 2024

WALTHAM, Mass., March 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- New Balance President and CEO Joe Preston will deliver the keynote address at Bentley University's 105th undergraduate commencement ceremony in May.

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  • WALTHAM, Mass., March 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- New Balance President and CEO Joe Preston will deliver the keynote address at Bentley University's 105th undergraduate commencement ceremony in May.
  • "Joe Preston and Karan Dyson represent values-led leadership that makes a positive impact in their industries and the communities they serve.
  • Joe Preston has demonstrated an innate understanding of the global consumer retail and manufacturing industry in his 29 years at New Balance.
  • Karan Dyson is an experienced engineering executive who has held leadership roles at Procter & Gamble for 27 years.

MO VAUGHN NAMED SPECIAL ASSISTANT TO PERFECT GAME

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Friday, March 29, 2024

SANFORD, Fla., March 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Perfect Game , the world's largest youth baseball and softball platform and scouting service, announced the appointment of former major league All-Star and American League MVP award winner, Mo Vaughn, as Special Assistant to Ownership.

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  • SANFORD, Fla., March 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Perfect Game , the world's largest youth baseball and softball platform and scouting service, announced the appointment of former major league All-Star and American League MVP award winner, Mo Vaughn, as Special Assistant to Ownership.
  • Vaughn will assist Perfect Game in identifying youth baseball talent in parts of the country where the socioeconomic status may prevent access or opportunity.
  • "Mo is a huge addition to the Perfect Game family, both literally and figuratively," said Perfect Game Chairman Rick Thurman.
  • "I absolutely love coaching kids in baseball and am thrilled to be an official part of Perfect Game and have the company partner with the Vaughn Sports Academy," said Vaughn.

Jostens Honors the Columbus Crew and their Third MLS Cup Victory with a Spectacular Ring that Celebrates their Championship Season.

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Saturday, February 24, 2024

Meticulously crafted in 10-karat gold and teeming with diamonds, the Crew’s 2023 MLS Cup Championship Ring tells the remarkable story of the Club’s massive season and inspiring playoff campaign.

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  • Meticulously crafted in 10-karat gold and teeming with diamonds, the Crew’s 2023 MLS Cup Championship Ring tells the remarkable story of the Club’s massive season and inspiring playoff campaign.
  • The title of the 2023 Crew “MLS CUP CHAMPIONS” is proudly displayed on the left and right sides of the ring top.
  • To share the excitement of the Columbus Crew’s MLS victory, Jostens is proud to present Crew fans with the official MLS Cup Championship jewelry collection.
  • In addition to crafting the Columbus Crew 2023 MLS Cup Championship Ring, Jostens has created rings for some of Ohio’s other champions, including the Cincinnati Bengals 2021 AFC Championship Ring, Cleveland Guardians 2016 American League Championship Ring, and the Cleveland Monsters 2016 Calder Cup Ring.

Punta Cana Carnival celebrates 15 years of art and culture in the eastern region of the Dominican Republic

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Monday, February 5, 2024

PUNTA CANA, Dominican Republic, Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Thousands of local and foreign visitors gathered to celebrate 15 years of art and culture at the 2024 Punta Cana Carnival, an initiative of the Grupo Puntacana, to enjoy the best of the artistic and cultural attractions of national and international ensembles.

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  • PUNTA CANA, Dominican Republic, Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Thousands of local and foreign visitors gathered to celebrate 15 years of art and culture at the 2024 Punta Cana Carnival, an initiative of the Grupo Puntacana, to enjoy the best of the artistic and cultural attractions of national and international ensembles.
  • The event was held on Saturday, February 3, on November 1st Boulevard of The Village Puntacana.
  • Bell was named Most Valuable Player of the American League, becoming the first Dominican to receive this award.
  • After her coronation, Bell was driven down the boulevard in a collector's car, driven by Mr. Frank Rainieri, founder of Grupo Puntacana.

Kansas City Royals Tickets on Sale at Tickets For Less

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Friday, November 17, 2023

OVERLAND PARK, Kan., Nov. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tickets are officially on sale for the 2024 Kansas City Royals season!

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  • OVERLAND PARK, Kan., Nov. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tickets are officially on sale for the 2024 Kansas City Royals season!
  • Fans can secure their seats at ticketsforless.com to watch the team in action, starting when the Royals host the Minnesota Twins for Opening Day on March 28.
  • "It's going to be another exciting season at The K," said Adam Rossbach, president at Tickets For Less.
  • The season is packed with fun giveaways and activities including a celebration of the Royals' American League Championship in 2014.

CaskX Opens a Portal to the Past at Glen Grant 72 Whisky Tasting Event in Beverly Hills

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On Thursday, October 19th, CaskX hosted the "Glen Grant 72 Tasting Event," an unparalleled evening of luxury, taste and exclusivity at a prestigious residence in Beverly Hills.

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  • BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On Thursday, October 19th, CaskX hosted the "Glen Grant 72 Tasting Event," an unparalleled evening of luxury, taste and exclusivity at a prestigious residence in Beverly Hills.
  • CaskX hosted one of the most rare and exclusive whisky tastings of all time featuring the Glen Grant 72 Year Old Whisky.
  • Recorded as one of the top 5 oldest whiskies globally, these limited edition Glen Grant bottles date back seven decades to a different era of scotch whisky.
  • Get a behind the scenes look at the historic Gordon & Macphail Glen Grant 72 Year Old single malt scotch whisky as CaskX director of Sales, Ryan Longoria, opens the first bottle that arrived at the CaskX office in Beverly Hills.

loanDepot Celebrates Third Season as Presenting Sponsor of Major League Baseball’s ALCS and NLCS and Scores Big for Habitat for Humanity

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Monday, October 16, 2023

As Postseason baseball takes center stage, loanDepot is back for its third year as the Presenting Sponsor of Major League Baseball's American League Championship Series (ALCS) and National League Championship Series (NLCS), hitting it out of the park once again for families across America.

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  • As Postseason baseball takes center stage, loanDepot is back for its third year as the Presenting Sponsor of Major League Baseball's American League Championship Series (ALCS) and National League Championship Series (NLCS), hitting it out of the park once again for families across America.
  • He'll step up to the mound again tonight before Arizona takes on Philadelphia in the NLCS opener.
  • As fans stamped their bingo cards, significant milestones throughout the season – including the first clinched ALCS and NLCS berths – unlocked donations from loanDepot.
  • “Habitat is proud to partner with loanDepot and baseball fans to leverage milestones throughout this season,” said Tolli Love, chief development officer at Habitat for Humanity International.

JOSÉ BAUTISTA TO SIGN ONE-DAY CONTRACT TO RETIRE A BLUE JAY

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Friday, August 11, 2023

TORONTO, Aug. 11, 2023 /CNW/ - The Toronto Blue Jays today announce that José Bautista will sign a one-day contract with the ballclub this afternoon to officially retire as a member of the Toronto Blue Jays.

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  • TORONTO, Aug. 11, 2023 /CNW/ - The Toronto Blue Jays today announce that José Bautista will sign a one-day contract with the ballclub this afternoon to officially retire as a member of the Toronto Blue Jays.
  • The symbol of a one-day contract gives the Blue Jays organization and fans across Canada the opportunity to officially celebrate Bautista's incredible 10-year career in Toronto.
  • "There aren't many names as synonymous with Blue Jays baseball as José Bautista, and it is our great honour that he will officially retire in a Blue Jays jersey," said Mark Shapiro, President & CEO, Toronto Blue Jays.
  • "On behalf of a generation of Blue Jays fans that had the privilege of watching his clutch moments on the field and inspiring work ethic – thank you, José, for a mesmerizing decade representing the Toronto Blue Jays."

DICK'S Sporting Goods Partners with Nike, Jordan Brand and Athletes For Next Phase of "Sports Change Lives" Campaign

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Tuesday, June 6, 2023

PITTSBURGH, June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, DICK'S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) revealed the second creative expression of their "Sports Change Lives" campaign – this time in partnership with Nike, (NYSE: NKE) – marking the first time the two have joined forces on an ad campaign of this caliber.  Following the March unveiling of DICK'S new brand platform, this second phase consists of personal stories from 10 Nike and Jordan Brand athletes that spotlight the ways sports have changed their lives.

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  • Following the March unveiling of DICK'S new brand platform, this second phase consists of personal stories from 10 Nike and Jordan Brand athletes that spotlight the ways sports have changed their lives.
  • Carmelo Anthony – Former NBA player, 10-time All-Star, ninth on the NBA's all-time scoring list, three-time Olympic gold medalist and NCAA champion.
  • Davante Adams - NFL Wide Receiver, three-time First Team All-Pro, six-time Pro Bowl selection and two-time NFL receiving touchdown leader.
  • Exclusive behind-the-scenes photoshoot footage of the athletes will also be available for customers who connect their DICK'S Sporting Goods Scorecard and Nike Membership accounts.