Newport Gulls Set to Host NECBL All-Star Game on Sunday at Cardines Field
Friday, July 15, 2016
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The NECBL All-Star game is set for Sunday, July 17 at Cardines Field in Newport.
“The All-Star Game is a tremendous opportunity for over 100 Major League Baseball scouts to see the best players the NECBL has to offer. I’m proud that Horan Building is associated with the premier event in the NECBL’s 2016 season," said Newport Gulls co-owner Mark Horan.
Gulls general manager Chuck Paiva added “All-Star Weekend in Newport is the highlight of the 2016 NECBL season, and the All-Star Game will be another special event for the Newport Gulls. We thank the City of Newport, our countless sponsors and Gulls family members, our volunteers and staff, and the NECBL for working together to make sure this weekend is fun and successful."
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Newport Gulls in the All-Star Game
The South division All-Star team consists of 6 Newport Gulls players, all of whom will be coming off the bench.
The six players are relievers Blake Cairness and Jake Cousins, catcher Charlie Carpenter, first baseman Gabe Snyder, second baseman Cole Fabio and outfielder Stephen Scott.
All-Star Weekend
The All-Star weekend begins with a private reception on Saturday night for scouts, league officials, and other VIPs, followed by the NECBL North and South players arriving in Newport on Sunday morning.
Gates open at Cardines Field at 1:30 p.m. and the skill competition is set to begin at 2 p.m.
For more information, or to get tickets, click here.
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