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Power, Legends Bring Hatfield & McCoy Feud to Baseball

Hatfield & McCoy JerseysA historic feud will be recognized in the South Atlantic League this season, as the West Virginia Power and Lexington Legends have announced a Hatfield & McCoy promotion. 

The Power and Legends will officially rename themselves “Hatfield’s” and “McCoy’s” respectively, for the entirety of the 2017 season when they play each other. The temporary new names are just one of the many elements involved in this season long promotion.

Specialty jerseys for both teams will be worn, resembling 1870s garb with the nameplates showcasing the new names for the Legends and Power. Select jerseys will be auctioned off through a silent auction at each teams’ respective home stadium, Appalachian Power Park and Whitaker Bank Ballpark, at the end off the season. All proceeds from each of the auctions will benefit the Lexington Legends Charitable Fund and the Power Baseball Charities 501c3. The Power’s jersey auction is set for August 17 while the Legends’ is set for July 6.

“Having an infamous part of Kentucky and West Virginia history come to life at Whitaker Bank Ballpark is so fun and important to celebrate, but it’s also important we make sure that we made it happen with a charitable component, as giving back to our community is always the Legends number one priority. Very much looking forward to seeing fans engage with this fun promotion this season” stated Andy Shea, Legends president and CEO.

Hatfield and McCoy jerseys will be worn at home in Lexington when the Power/Hatfield’s are in town on April 15, April 16, July 5, July 6, July 31 and August 2.  Jerseys will be worn in West Virginia at Appalachian Power Park on May 8, June 22, July 22 and August 17. Each team will also be showcasing a special promotional theme night celebrating the history and traditions of each state surrounding the historic feud and encompassing food, beverages, crafts, and music. Hatfield and McCoy Night for the Legends/McCoy’s will be held on July 6 and held on July 22 for the Power/Hatfield’s.

The “Feud” aspect of the promotion will be tracked by the number of wins each team has over the other, culminating with a “Golden Pig” trophy presentation to the winning team at the end of each series and at the end of the 2017 season. Fans will have the opportunity to be a part of the feud through social media outlets as well and the trophy ceremony at each ballpark by entering to win the chance to be “Golden Pig Presenter” on-field.

Fans wishing to participate in the feud can rally with their respective “family” and purchase the “Feud Ticket Package”, a package that offers fans the opportunity to take in 6 games when the teams are renamed and wearing their familial jerseys; 3 games at Whitaker Bank Ballpark and 3 at Appalachian Power Park. The package will be $48 per seat and include 3 Field Box seats for any Legends versus Power game in Lexington and 3 Reserved Seats for any time the Legends are in West Virginia. Visit www.lexingtonlegends.com or www.wvpower.com for ticket package information.

“Bringing this iconic feud to the baseball field will be fun,” stated Tim Mueller, the general manager of the West Virginia Power. “Lexington has always been our best rival, so we are thrilled to partner with the Legends on a historic promotion like this. Rarely do you see two Minor League teams working together on a season-long promotion, allowing both sides to showcase creativity and excitement, hopefully on and off the field. Plus, and I never thought I would say this, we will be excited to win that Golden Pig.”

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