RHP Joe Battaglia was recently added to the Williamsport Crosscutters roaster. Battaglia’s last visit to Williamsport was in 2011 when he was a member of the Lafayette, La. Little League squad that competed in the Little League World Series. Battaglia played first base and pitched. He was 1 for 3 at the plate and pitched 2.1 innings
Preparations Underway for MLB Little League Classic
The 2021 MLB Little League Classic will take place on August 21 at Muncy Bank Ballpark at Historic Bowman Field. This year’s event will feature the Baltimore Orioles and the Boston Red Sox. Preparations outside the ballpark are ongoing for the event. As in past year’s this will mean some minor inconveniences, mainly involving parking, for fans attending Cutters games through August 14. The Williamsport Crosscutters appreciate fans patience and understanding during this period.
Designate Cutters as an Official Community Ally
Major League Baseball announced the “Community Ally Program,” which allows MLB Clubs to give an MLB Draft League team the designation of “Official Community Ally” of that MLB Club.
Through this program, MLB Clubs and MLB Draft League teams may collaborate on community-based initiatives, including cross promotion on MLB Club and Draft League team platforms, ballpark and youth participation events, and charitable or fundraising efforts.
As an Official Community Ally, the MLB Draft League team will receive the right to use the MLB Club’s logo as part of an MLB-created Official Community Ally logo to highlight the partnership on the team’s website and in the team’s ballpark, and recognition on the MLB Club’s website and social media channels as an Official Community Ally. All six MLB Draft League teams have established relationships with MLB Clubs: Mahoning Valley Scrappers/Cleveland Guardians; Frederick Keys/Baltimore Orioles; Trenton Thunder/Philadelphia Phillies; Williamsport Crosscutters/Philadelphia; State College Spikes/Pittsburgh Pirates; and West Virginia Black Bears/Pittsburgh. The details of each relationship are subject to approval of the individual MLB Clubs and MLB Draft League team, and more details on each will be forthcoming.
Cutters Unveil Great Potato Caper Merchandise
This season, the Crosscutters commemorate the 35th anniversary of Dave Bresnahan’s Great Potato Caper. Bresnahan created baseball history using a POTATO in a trick play for the Williamsport Bills in 1987, leading to worldwide publicity that continues to this day. To celebrate, the Williamsport Crosscutters will be rebranding to the Great Potato Capers for the August 31 game. The first 1,000 fans attending the game will receive a limited-edition “Potato Ball”. Special Great Potato Caper jerseys, all featuring Bresnahan’s name, will be available to fans in an online auction.
As part of the celebration, the team has introduced exclusive Great Potato Caper merchandise including t-shirts, caps, sweatshirts and more. The limited-edition merchandise is available in the Sawmill Team Store and online at crosscutters.com.
Cutters Honoring Military Heroes in 2022 – Openings Still Remain
The Williamsport Crosscutters are honoring local military heroes during the upcoming 2022 season.
The program, called Military Salute, is presented by EQT and will honor a veteran or active-duty military member in pregame ceremonies at every Cutters home game this season.
To nominate your military hero, simply fill out the short online nomination form available at
crosscutters.com. Those chosen will receive:
– 4 tickets to the selected game
– A $25 Cutters gift card
– Recognition on the field prior to the game & ceremonial 1st pitch honors
Nominations will remain open until all 40 available spots have been filled.
UPCOMING GAMES & PROMOTIONS
Wednesday, August 10 vs. Mahoning Valley Scrappers – 6:35 p.m.
Electronics Extravaganza. Presented by Bigfoot Legends Radio. Every inning someone will win a new tech gadget! Amazon Fire HD’s, TV’s and more. Over $1,000 in prizes to be given away.
Union County Night. Pick up complimentary ticket vouchers, while they last, in the Union County area at;
Ard’s Farm Market, Snappy’s, Sholley Insurance Agency.
Sullivan County Night. Pick up complimentary ticket vouchers, while they last, in the Sullivan County area at; Robin Real Estate & Sullivan County R.E.C.
Kids Eat Free. Presented by Giant Food Stores. The first 100 kids age 12 and under get a free hot dog meal.
Thursday, August 11 vs. Mahoning Valley Scrappers – 6:35 p.m.
Blue & White Football Night. Presented by AAA Travel & WZXR. We’re giving away a pair of Penn State Football tickets EVERY inning.
Thirsty Thursday. Enjoy $3 domestic pints & $1 off craft beer pints till 8pm.
Thank-You Thursday. Presented by American Legion Post 104, Hamilton-Patriot & MSG Sean Thomas Foundation. Two free Stadium Reserved tickets for veterans & active-duty military with ID. Offer only available in-person at the Cutters box office.
Friday, August 12 vs. State College Spikes – 6:35 p.m.
Boomer’s Birthday Celebration. Presented by Weaver Wireless. Come out & celebrate with Boomer and his friends.
Saturday, August 13 vs. State College Spikes – 6:35 p.m.
Post-Game Fireworks. Presented by Professional Petroleum & V97 along with Best Western, Legal InSites & ZY Pyrotechnics.
Belly Buster Contest XXII. Presented by Weis Markets. Ten fans compete to be the Belly-Buster Champ and eat their way to fabulous prizes!
Sunday, August 14 vs. State College Spikes – 4:05 p.m.
Baseball Bingo. Presented by Shop Vac. 10 fans will win a new Shop Vac. Free to play for all adults 18+.
Kids Run the Bases. Presented by Commonwealth Charter Academy. After the game, all kids 12 and under get to run the bases.
