Hartford Yard goats have been honored with a prestigious award.
The team said they were notified by Baseball America that the Hartford Yard Goats baseball organization has been named the winner of the Double-A Bob Freitas Award in 2021.
This is the first time they have chosen the team.
The team said the award recognizes top franchises for their community involvement, long-term business success, and consistent operational excellence.
“It is a great honor for Baseball America to recognize the Yard Goats,” said Tim Restall, president of the baseball club, in a statement. “We are very proud of our community and have always felt that we can be much more than just a baseball team. We share this award with our passionate fan base, partners and season ticket holders. ”
“The Freitas Award is our opportunity to honor the entire operation of a minor league baseball team from owner and general manager to ticket collector and clubhouse manager,” said Baseball America editor-in-chief, JJ Cooper said in a statement. “Hartford has continually impressed by doing everything at a higher level, from stadium operations and fan experience to its MiLB.tv broadcast, which ranked # 1 in 2019.”
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