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STAR WARS NIGHT-Episode V: The Umpire Strikes Out

West Michigan Whitecaps vs Bowling Green Hot Rods (Midwest League)

19636694776_938fcb7f23_zFifth Third Ballpark-Comstock Park, MI: Oh, it’s that time of the year, again, when my little Nerf-Herders and I head down to Fifth Third Ballpark for Star Wars Night. We got to meet old favorites like the Stormtroopers and Darth Vader, as well as a newbie like Sabine Wren from Star Wars Rebels. The one thing I was disappointed with was that there was no Boba Fett!! How could the most feared bounty hunter in the galaxy not make an appearance?

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These aren't the droids you're looking for

These aren’t the droids you’re looking for

19655636012_36586a9ed9_z19476090359_cafc8931ab_zAfter we mingled with members of the Galactic Empire and Rebellion, we were able to take a stroll around the warning track of Fifth Third Ballpark. Personally, I never turn down an opportunity to walk around on a professional baseball field. Jedi Franky welcomed us onto the field, and was able to get a few good pics of the boys.

Jedi Franky welcomes us onto the field

Jedi Franky welcomes us onto the field

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With everything going on, we almost forgot we had a ballgame to watch. This was a pitcher’s duel for certain. On the mound for the ‘Caps, A.J. Ladwig gave up an early solo home run, but settle in and pitched a nice game. He went 6.1 innings, only giving up two earned runs, and striking out two. Gage Smith would come in and earn the save.

19655855892_202c59e680_z19636734256_2f2d4910a8_z19040337644_c2b6bd5137_z19040422044_74fa8047cb_z19662935215_22e5c28cee_z19636772016_49e240e3f6_z19474925090_372c76b1f4_zOffensively, West Michigan was led by catcher Arvicent Perez, who went 3-3 on the night, including an RBI. Both Rashad Brown and Michael Gerber went 2-4, respectively, with Gerber earning an RBI. Garrett Mattlage scored on a wild pitch, and Zach Shepherd walked and scored on a throwing error. Final: Whitecaps 3, Hot Rods 2.

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Brian with Jedi Crash

Brian with Jedi Crash

19476388909_09b649892f_z19667495841_04ddcf408f_z19042107123_4d14584504_zAfter the game we were treated to some fireworks, which capped off a fantastic night. Just one more game where I feel lucky and blessed to be able to spend time with my kids and dad. We’re not sure when our next game will be, but we’ll be sure to make it’s a good one.

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And one more photo we bought from MI Unlimited Photography. For some reason all three of us look like we were just captured and are about to be brought before the Emperor. I guess we’re just tired from travel and fun.

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