Indianapolis Indians fulfill 8-year-olds dream with one-day contract

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — In partnership with Make-A-Want Basis, the Indianapolis Indians introduced they’ll be signing 8-year-old Michael Parker to a one-day contract, giving him the chance to attend his first Indians recreation.

In line with a launch from the Indianapolis Indians, Parker was identified with blood most cancers in Oct. 2021, and obtained a bone marrow transplant in late Might. He discovered July. 22 that he was formally in remission, and his blood most cancers was gone.

The discharge says Parker’s massive day will begin with him signing his contract at Victory Subject. Parker will then meet the staff, watch the Indian’s batting observe, take part within the lineup trade with Indian’s supervisor Migeuel Perez at residence plate, and be acknowledged as an honorary participant through the beginning lineups whereas standing with the staff through the nationwide anthem.

He’ll obtain a personalised Circle Metropolis jersey together with his final identify and favourite quantity 3 on the again, and a team-signed customized Marvel Loki jersey together with Falcon, Black Widow and Captain Marvel bobbleheads as a part of his contract.

Fan Appreciation Weekend

The primary pitch to the sport on Friday, Sept. 23, is about for 7:05 p.m. Gates open at 6 p.m. Single-game tickets can be found together with group and premium reservations. Extra info could be discovered on the Indy Indians web site.

In honor of the staff’s final residence recreation this weekend, they’re internet hosting “Fan Appreciation Weekend.” The primary 2,000 followers by the gates on each Friday, Sept. 23, and Saturday, Sept. 24 will obtain a scratch-off to win prizes. There can even be firework exhibits following each video games. To buy tickets or discover out extra info, click on right here.