Mr. Shucks goes on the 3 Day DL

Return scheduled for Saturday's game

By Jessica Fergesen

April 30, 2014

Cedar Rapids IA - The Cedar Rapids Kernels Front Office announced Wednesday that their beloved mascot, Mr. Shucks, was injured during Tuesday evening's game and will be on the Disabled List for 3 days. "We hope to have Mr. Shucks return to our fans for Saturday night's game if all goes well with his recovery" states Kernels Entertainment Manager Ryne George. Members of the Kernels team and staff were noticeable shaken up Tuesday evening when Mr. Shucks had to leave the game early. "Mr. Shucks is a vital member of our Kernels family and we can't wait for his return" noted Kernels General Manager Doug Nelson.

Fans are encouraged to send Mr. Shucks a get well message to help him recover even faster! Fans of any age wishing to send him a message can do so the following ways:

Facebook: www.facebook.com/CedarRapidsKernels
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Mr_Shucks
Instagram: crkernels
Email: [email protected]

Mr. Shucks loves his fans and is heartbroken he has to miss games this week. He can't wait to be back at the ballpark with all of his Kernels friends!