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Fisher Cats snare '08 EL All-Star Game

February 21, 2007
PORTLAND, Maine -- Eastern League president Joe McEacharn and the member clubs of the Eastern League are pleased to announce the New Hampshire Fisher Cats will play host to the 2008 Eastern League All-Star Game.

The game is scheduled to be played at MerchantsAuto.com Stadium in Manchester, N.H., on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, pending Eastern League schedule approval.

The 2008 Eastern League All-Star Game will feature a collection of the top talent from the Northern Division taking on a roster of Southern Division All-Stars. Each of the All-Star rosters will consist of 24 players, with each Eastern League franchise being represented by at least one pitcher and one position player.

"The 2008 Eastern League All-Star Game provides the League and its member clubs the opportunity to bring something special to a city that shows tremendous support to their hometown team," said McEacharn. "We are looking forward to showcasing the Major League stars of tomorrow to the outstanding fans of the New Hampshire Fisher Cats. I have confidence that the Fisher Cats will host an incredible and memorable 2008 All-Star Game."