009: New Hampshire Fisher Cats - Manchester, New Hampshire

In this week's episode we head to Manchester, New Hampshire to visit the Manchester Fisher Cats of the Eastern League. The Fisher Cats are the AA affiliates of the Toronto Blue Jays. They play at Delta Dental Stadium in downtown Manchester right along the Merrimack River. Ballpark Guide This week's Ballpark Guide is second year GM, Michael Neis. Neis has had a very diverse career in sports working in baseball, basketball, hockey, and NASCAR. During the episode, Neis shares with us about what makes the alternate identities special to the community and some of the promotions that will be associated with them. Fan Guide Brian Krause shares his experience with collecting baseball cards and his love for the Fisher Cats. He discusses his journey as a card collector, his preference for collecting older cards, and his goal of completing sets. Brian also talks about the fan experience at Delta Dental Stadium, including the view from the Hilton Hotel, the seating options, and the food offerings. He mentions some outdoor activities in Manchester, such as hiking in the White Mountains and visiting the SEE Science Center. Brian also recommends some local restaurants, including the Puritan Backroom and the Red Arrow Diner. Business, Organization, or Event I got to chat with Keating Tufts of Boards and Brews Board Game Cafe in Manchester, New Hampshire. The board cafe is a cozy and fun space where people can gather to play board games, enjoy drinks, and relax. With over 2,000 board games available, visitors can choose from a wide variety of options. The cafe also hosts meetups on Tuesday nights where people can learn and play new games. It is a family-friendly place with a full restaurant menu. Located on Elm Street, it is a convenient spot for locals and visitors alike. Follow the New Hampshire Fisher Cats: Instagram: @fishercats X: @fishercats Website: https://www.milb.com/new-hampshire Follow Michael Neis: LinkedIn: Michael Neis X: @michaelneis Follow Brian Kraus: X: @NHbskraus Follow Minor League Fan Club: Instagram: @milbfanclub TikTok: @minorleaguefanclub Threads: @milbfanclub X: @milbfanclub YouTube: Minor League Fan Club Website: www.minorleaguefanclub.com