Phillie Phanatic to visit the Flying Tigers game on April 22nd!!

The Phillie Phanatic will make his first ever appearance in Lakeland, Florida on Friday, April 22 when the Flying Tigers host the Daytona Cubs at 7:00 p.m. Gates to Joker Marchant Stadium will open at 6:00 p.m. The Phanatic will entertain fans throughout the game between innings on the field and in the stands.

The Flying Tigers will also be giving away commemorative 45 th anniversary pins celebrating Lakeland's forty-five year affiliation with the Detroit Tigers, the longest affiliation in Minor League Baseball. The Phanatic has entertained millions of fans all over the world. He has traveled to Japan, Australia, Mexico, Canada, Venezuela, and Puerto Rico. He has made national TV appearances on the "Today" show, "Good Morning America," "The Regis and Kathy Lee Show," and "The Rosie O'Donnell Show." An ESPN Sports Center fixture, the Phanatic has also starred in that network's as well as Fox Network commercials.

Tickets for April 22 and all home games are available by calling the Tigers at (863) 686-8075. Box seats are $6 and reserved seats are $5 and seniors 55 and over and children 14 and under receive a $1.00 discount. Parking is free. For more information please visit the Flying Tigers online at www.LakelandFlyingTigers.com.