VOTE FOR JOHNNY: Best MiLB Mascot
FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Fort Wayne TinCaps mascot Johnny TinCap is a finalist for Minor League Baseball’s best mascot, according to USA Today. CLICK HERE TO VOTE FOR JOHNNY Voting runs through March 16. Johnny has been selected by a panel of experts for showing team pride while bringing joy
FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Fort Wayne TinCaps mascot Johnny TinCap is a finalist for Minor League Baseball’s best mascot, according to USA Today.
CLICK HERE TO VOTE FOR JOHNNY
Voting runs through March 16.
Johnny has been selected by a panel of experts for showing team pride while bringing joy and laughter to fans and players alike. This comes a year after Johnny was ranked as the No. 4 mascot in all of Minor League Baseball and was seen on national television as a part of the Arizona Fall League's Fall Stars Weekend, showcasing the best prospects in baseball.
“Johnny TinCap is truly a fan favorite in the city of Fort Wayne,” said Brenda Gibson, TinCaps Community and Fan Engagement Manager. “From getting the crowd excited during TinCaps game, to being a friendly and welcoming face out in the community, Johnny never fails to put a smile on your face and we’re so lucky to have him be a part of our team. Make sure you cast you vote for a well deserving, fun, overall amazing mascot and keep an eye out for him this off-season.”
The TinCaps are Minor League Baseball’s High-A affiliate of the San Diego Padres. From Single-A up through Triple-A, there are 120 teams in total in MiLB, with some clubs having multiple mascots. Johnny is one of 20 finalists for this recognition.
Johnny has been the TinCaps’ mascot since the franchise moved from Memorial Stadium to Parkview Field in 2009 and rebranded from the Wizards to the TinCaps. The always-smiling and friendly mascot has become popular not only for being the No. 1 fan of the TinCaps, but also for routinely supporting community events. Through the TinCaps Reading Program, presented by CareSource, Johnny is an advocate for education as well.
Johnny and the TinCaps are currently preparing for their Opening Day at Parkview Field on Tuesday, April 7 (6:35 p.m.) against the A’s-affiliated Lansing Lugnuts. Seats are available for all 66 home games at TinCaps.com/Tickets. The team recently announced its exciting promotional schedule, featuring fireworks, giveaways, discounted concessions, theme nights, special appearances, and more.