Cape League Honors Heroes for Fourth Year
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Massachusetts Lottery continues support for military and first responders.
For the fourth consecutive year, the Cape Cod Baseball League will honor local military members and first responders during Friday night games through the Massachusetts state Lottery ‘Hero of the Game‘ campaign, celebrating community service and dedication.
‘Hero of the Game’ Initiative
The ‘Hero of the game’ initiative, backed by the Massachusetts State Lottery, will recognize local heroes at each home game. These individuals will be brought onto the field during the middle of the fourth inning, receiving a signed baseball and recognition for thier service.
Fans can nominate their heroes by completing a form located at the press box of each of the league’s 10 teams, ensuring community involvement in the selection process.
Statements of Support
Partnering with the Cape Cod Baseball League to honor local heroes who make a positive impact in their communities is just one of the many ways the Mass Lottery proudly supports the people of the Commonwealth,
said Mark William Bracken, Executive Director of the Massachusetts State Lottery.
Andrew Lang,Cape League President,stated,We appreciate the Massachusetts State Lottery’s continued support of the ‘Hero of the Game’ program. Honoring local military and first responders at each of our Friday night games, reflects the deep appreciation the Cape League, our teams and our fans have for the critical and selfless role these individuals play in our communities.
‘Red Shirt Fridays’
Adding to the tribute, each Cape League home team will participate in ‘Red Shirt Fridays’ for the 2025 season. Teams will wear red jersey tops and special baseball caps to honor those who serve the United States.
About the Cape Cod Baseball League
The Cape Cod Baseball League, established in 1923 with roots dating back to 1885, stands as the premier collegiate summer baseball league in the U.S. The non-profit association recruits players from all NCAA college divisions to compete in its 10-team league across Cape Cod, Massachusetts.
As of 2024, 415 Cape League alumni were on MLB team rosters, with over 1,600 alumni having played in the major leagues throughout its history. The league continues to be a vital stepping stone for aspiring professional baseball players. According to MLB.com, the league has produced more than 1,400 major leaguers MLB.com.
About the Massachusetts State Lottery
Since its inception on March 22, 1972, the Mass Lottery has generated over $155 billion in revenues, awarding over $109 billion in prizes. It has also returned over $33 billion in net profit to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts for unrestricted local aid and paid over $8.8 billion in commissions and bonuses to its retailers.
