By M&C News Aug 11, 2007, 20:16 GMT
Triple-A Baseball and Marvel Entertainment have teamed up for an exclusive partnership that brings together two true forms of Americana- baseball and comic books. The first wave of the partnership hits throughout August where on select dates all 30 Triple-A teams will be handing out an exclusive baseball-themed comic book featuring Marvel characters Spider-Man, Iron-Man, the Fantastic Four and the Incredible Hulk.
The book, entitled "Triple-A Baseball Heroes," puts the Marvel Super Heroes in the middle of the Triple-A all-star event alongside the League's ever-popular mascots. The book is penciled by Marvel artist Robert Adkins, inked by Rick Ketchum and Drew Geraci, and written by Chris Eliopoulos. The books will ONLY be available at the stadiums and will have the teams logo embossed on their particular cover. In addition, one of the top up and coming artists, British painter John Watson (Uncanny X-Men, Civil War: Frontline, Incredible Hulk) has created three variant covers for the events in Buffalo, Durham and Memphis. In each of those cities the cover of their book will be completely unique and exclusive to their cities.
The "Triple-A Baseball Heroes" comic book sees Marvel's legendary Super Hero family the Fantastic Four and their children, Franklin and Valeria enjoy a day off at the ballpark for an exciting game between the International and Pacific Coast leagues. Peter Parker (Spider-Man) is also making a day of it with Aunt May and hoping to get in a few photos for the Daily Bugle as well. Additionally, billionaire industrialist Tony Stark, aka Iron Man, is on hand to throw out the first pitch. Seeing the excitement of the fans and the potential financial windfall, Stark also considers making an investment in the League; however, fans, players and heroes all get more excitement than they bargained for when the villainous Sandman appears and the Incredible Hulk is there to tag him out! It all adds up to a Marvelous day for an amazing sport and fantastic League.
For Triple-A Baseball, which prides itself on delivering a family friendly experience on and off-the-field, the partnership brings to them one of the most family friendly brands in the market in Marvel. Randy Mobley, International League President commented, "Triple-A Baseball is not only pleased, but honored to be taking this first step in a partnership with Marvel Entertainment. The opportunity to unite our two industries for the benefit of our collective fans is quite exciting. With both Triple-A Baseball and Marvel being known for creativity in their own right, the sky is the limit on where this relationship can go."
Bob Sabouni, VP Business Development, Marvel Entertainment added, "It is exciting that Triple-A baseball sees the Marvel Universe as a captivating way to enhance its relationship with families. We look forward to building a partnership with them that goes well beyond this initial comic book program."
TRIPLE-A EVENT DATESAll teams listed with their giveaway date.
Albuquerque Isotopes - Tuesday, August 14, 2007Buffalo Bisons - Sunday, August 12, 2007Charlotte Knights - Sunday, August 19, 2007 Colorado Springs Sky Sox - Sunday, August 12, 2007Columbus Clippers - Sunday, August 5, 2007 Durham Bulls - Thursday, August 16,, 2007 Fresno Grizzlies - Friday, August 03, 2007Indianapolis Indians - Saturday, August 11, 2007Iowa Cubs - Sunday, August 5, 2007 Las Vegas 51s - Saturday, August 11, 2007Louisville Bats - Sunday, August 12, 2007 Memphis Redbirds - Saturday, August 11, 2007Nashville Sounds - Friday, August 17, 2007New Orleans Zephyrs - Saturday, August 18, 2007 Norfolk Tides - Wednesday, August 29, 2007Oklahoma RedHawks - Friday, August 17, 2007Omaha Royals - Monday, August 20, 2007Ottawa Lynx - Tuesday, August 21, 2007 Pawtucket Red Sox - Friday, August 31, 2007 Portland Beavers - Sunday, September 02, 2007Richmond Braves - Sunday, September 02, 2007Rochester Red Wings - Sunday, August 12, 2007Round Rock Express - Monday, August 20, 2007Sacramento River Cats - Sunday, August 05, 2007Salt Lake Bees - Monday, August 13, 2007Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees - Tuesday, August 14, 2007 Syracuse Chiefs - Saturday, August 25, 2007 Tacoma Rainiers - Saturday, August 4, 2007 Toledo Mud Hens - Wednesday, August 29, 2007 Tucson Sidewinders - Saturday, August 11, 2007
Here is a look at the art:
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