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Trenton Thunder Founded in 1980 Trenton, New Jersey
Team Logo Cap Insignia
Class-Level
Double-A (1980-Present)
Minor League affiliations
Eastern League (1980-Present) Northern Division
Major League affiliations
New York Yankees (2003-present) Boston Red Sox (1995-2002) Detroit Tigers (1985-1994) Chicago White Sox (1980-1984)
Name
Trenton Thunder (1994-present) London Tigers (1989-1993) Glens Falls Tigers (1985-1988) Glens Falls White Sox (1980-1984)
Ballpark
Mercer County Waterfront Park (1994-Present) Labatt Memorial Park (1989-1993) East Field 1980-1988
Minor League titles
League titles	2007
Division titles	2007 (Northern)
Owner(s)/Operated by: Garden State Baseball, LP (Joe Finley, Joe Caruso, and Joe Plumeri)
Manager: Tony Franklin
General Manager: Brad Taylor

The Trenton Thunder are an American minor league baseball team and are the Double-A affiliate of the New York Yankees. The Thunder play in the Northern Division of the Eastern League, and are the defending league champions. The Thunder's home stadium is Mercer County Waterfront Park in Trenton, New Jersey. Image File history File links Soccerball_current_event. ... This article is currently under construction // This year in baseball Events January 9 - Al Kaline and Duke Snider are elected to the Hall of Fame by the Baseball Writers Association of America. ... Nickname: Location of Trenton inside of Mercer County Coordinates: , Country State County Mercer Incorporated November 13, 1792 Government  - Mayor Douglas H. Palmer Area  - City  8. ... Image File history File links No higher resolution available. ... Image File history File links No higher resolution available. ... The Eastern League is a minor league baseball league which operates primarily in the northeastern United States, although it has had a team in Ohio since 1989. ... Major league affiliations American League (1901–present) East Division (1969–present) Current uniform Retired Numbers 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 23, 32, 37, 44, 49 Name New York Yankees (1913–present) New York Highlanders (1903-1912) Baltimore Orioles (1901-1902) (Also referred to as... Major league affiliations American League (1901–present) East Division (1969–present) Current uniform Retired Numbers 1, 4, 8, 9, 27, 42 Name Boston Red Sox (1908–present) Boston Americans (1901-1907) Other nicknames The BoSox, The Olde Towne Team, The Sox Ballpark Fenway Park (1912–present) Huntington Avenue Baseball Grounds... Major league affiliations American League (1901–present) Central Division (1998–present) Current uniform Retired Numbers 2, 5, 6, 16, 23, 42, Cobb Name Detroit Tigers (1901–present) Other nicknames The Bengals, The Tigs, Motor City Kitties Ballpark Comerica Park (2000–present) Tiger Stadium (1912-1999) Briggs Stadium (1938-1960) Navin... Major league affiliations American League (1901–present) Central Division (1994–present) Current uniform Retired Numbers 2, 3, 4, 9, 11, 16, 19, 42, 72 Name Chicago White Sox (1904–present) (Chicago) White Stockings (1901-1903 *From 1900 to 1903, the official name did not contain the city name of Chicago... The London Tigers were a professional AA baseball team that played in the Eastern League from 1989 to 1993. ... Mercer County Waterfront Park is a baseball stadium in Trenton, New Jersey. ... Labatt Memorial Park is a baseball stadium in London, Ontario, Canada. ... East Field is a stadium in Glens Falls, New York. ... For the organization which many minor leagues belong to, see Minor League Baseball Part of the History of baseball series. ... Major league affiliations American League (1901–present) East Division (1969–present) Current uniform Retired Numbers 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 23, 32, 37, 44, 49 Name New York Yankees (1913–present) New York Highlanders (1903-1912) Baltimore Orioles (1901-1902) (Also referred to as... The Eastern League is a minor league baseball league which operates primarily in the northeastern United States, although it now has a team in Ohio. ... Mercer County Waterfront Park is a baseball stadium in Trenton, New Jersey. ... Nickname: Location of Trenton inside of Mercer County Coordinates: , Country State County Mercer Incorporated November 13, 1792 Government  - Mayor Douglas H. Palmer Area  - City  8. ... This article is about the U.S. state. ...

Team history

The Trenton franchise originated in Glens Falls, New York, in 1980 as the Glens Falls White Sox. The Detroit Tigers replaced the White Sox in 1985 with the team being known as the Glens Falls Tigers, and stayed on after the franchise moved to London, Ontario, in 1989, becoming the London Tigers and playing at historic Labatt Park. Glens Falls is a city in Warren County, New York, United States. ... Major league affiliations American League (1901–present) Central Division (1998–present) Current uniform Retired Numbers 2, 5, 6, 16, 23, 42, Cobb Name Detroit Tigers (1901–present) Other nicknames The Bengals, The Tigs, Motor City Kitties Ballpark Comerica Park (2000–present) Tiger Stadium (1912-1999) Briggs Stadium (1938-1960) Navin... For other places with the same name, see London (disambiguation). ... The London Tigers were a professional AA baseball team that played in the Eastern League from 1989 to 1993. ... Labatt Memorial Park is a baseball stadium in London, Ontario, Canada. ...

In 1994, the Thunder moved to Trenton, and kept the Detroit affiliation for a season before switching affiliations to the Boston Red Sox in 1995. As a Red Sox affiliate, the club recorded three first-place finishes, but was eliminated from the playoffs in the first round each time. In 2003, the Thunder became aligned with the Yankees; the Red Sox adopted the Portland Sea Dogs at that time. The switch reflected both teams' fanbases, as Central New Jersey is home to a large number of Yankees fans, while Maine is home to a large number of Red Sox fans. Year 1994 (MCMXCIV) The year 1994 was designated as the International Year of the Family and the International Year of the Sport and the Olympic Ideal by the United Nations. ... Major league affiliations American League (1901–present) East Division (1969–present) Current uniform Retired Numbers 1, 4, 8, 9, 27, 42 Name Boston Red Sox (1908–present) Boston Americans (1901-1907) Other nicknames The BoSox, The Olde Towne Team, The Sox Ballpark Fenway Park (1912–present) Huntington Avenue Baseball Grounds... The following are the baseball events of the year 1995 throughout the world. ... The following are the events of the year 2003 that happened world-wide throughout the sport of baseball. ... Class-Level AA Minor League affiliations Eastern League Northern Division Major League affiliations Boston Red Sox (2003-present) Florida Marlins (1994-2002) Name Portland Sea Dogs (1994-present) Ballpark Hadlock Field Minor League titles League titles Division titles 1995, 1996, 1997, 2005 Owner(s)/Operated by: Dan Burke Manager: Arnie... Official language(s) None (English and French de facto) Capital Augusta Largest city Portland Area  Ranked 39th  - Total 33,414 sq mi (86,542 km²)  - Width 210 miles (338 km)  - Length 320 miles (515 km)  - % water 13. ...

On June 4, 1994, Phil Stidham became the first Thunder alumni to play in the major leagues for the Detroit Tigers, giving up six runs on six hits, including two home runs, as part of a 21-7 romp by the Minnesota Twins.^[1] is the 155th day of the year (156th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 1994 (MCMXCIV) The year 1994 was designated as the International Year of the Family and the International Year of the Sport and the Olympic Ideal by the United Nations. ... Major league affiliations American League (1901–present) Central Division (1994–present) Current uniform Retired Numbers 3, 6, 14, 29, 34, 42 Name Minnesota Twins (1961–present) Washington Nationals/Senators (1901-1960) Other nicknames The Twinkies Ballpark Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome 1982-present Metropolitan Stadium (1961-1981) Griffith Stadium (1911-1960...

In 2006, the Thunder became the first team in Minor League Baseball history to draw over 400,000 fans for twelve consecutive seasons at the Double-A level or below. Through 13 seasons, over 5.4 million people had attended a Thunder game.^[2] The following are the baseball events of the year 2006 throughout the world. ...

Surpassing the previous mark set of 8,729 while Derek Jeter was on a rehab stint with the team, the Thunder set a new single-game attendance record on May 23, 2007, when 9,134 fans attended to watch Roger Clemens make his second minor-league start as he worked toward a return to the Yankees. Derek Sanderson Jeter (born June 26, 1974 in Pequannock, New Jersey) is an American Major League Baseball player. ... is the 143rd day of the year (144th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 2007 (MMVII) was a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. ... William Roger Clemens (born August 4, 1962, in Dayton, Ohio), is a starting pitcher for the New York Yankees, and is one of the preeminent pitchers in Major League history. ...

On September 15, 2007, the Thunder defeated the Akron Aeros to win their first Eastern League Championship Series in team history. is the 258th day of the year (259th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 2007 (MMVII) was a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. ... The Akron Aeros are a minor league baseball team based in Akron, Ohio, USA. The team, which plays in the Eastern League, is the Double-A affiliate of the Cleveland Indians major-league club. ...

Notable alumni

Tigers

• Tony Clark

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• Nomar Garciaparra
• Trot Nixon
• Shea Hillenbrand
• Carl Pavano
• Adam Hyzdu

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• Chien-Ming Wang
• Robinson Cano
• Melky Cabrera
• Phil Hughes
• Joba Chamberlain
• Jeff Karstens
• Edwar Ramirez
• Matt DeSalvo
• Chase Wright
• Ian Kennedy
• Tyler Clippard
• T.J. Beam
• Andy Cannizaro
• Alberto Gonzalez

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• David Eckstein

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Retired numbers

• 5: Nomar Garciaparra
• 33: Tony Clark
• 42: Jackie Robinson†

†Jackie Robinson never played for the Trenton Thunder, but his number, 42, was retired by every Major League Baseball team and affiliate. See grandfather clause. Anthony Nomar Garciaparra[1] (born July 23, 1973, in Whittier, California)[2] is an American baseball player who currently plays third base for the Los Angeles Dodgers. ... Tony Clark, born Anthony Christopher Clark (June 15, 1972 in Newton, Kansas) is a Major League Baseball first baseman who plays for the Arizona Diamondbacks (since 2005). ... Jack Roosevelt Jackie Robinson (January 31, 1919 – October 24, 1972) became the first African-American major league baseball player of the modern era in 1947. ... A grandfather clause is an exception that allows an old rule to continue to apply to some existing situations, when a new rule will apply to all future situations. ...

Season records

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Playoff appearances

• 1995 season: Lost to Reading, 3-0 in semifinals
• 1996 season: Lost to Harrisburg, 3-1 in semifinals
• 1999 season: Lost to Norwich, 3-2 in semifinals
• 2005 season: Lost to Portland, 3-2 in semifinals
• 2006 season: Lost to Portland 3-1 in semifinals
• 2007 season: Defeated Portland 3-1 in semifinals; defeated Akron 3-1 in championship series.

Year 1995 (MCMXCV) was a common year starting on Sunday. ... League Eastern League Division Southern Division Year founded 1967 Major League affiliation Philadelphia Phillies Home ballpark FirstEnergy Stadium Previous home ballparks City Reading, Pennsylvania Current uniform colors red, blue Previous uniform colors maroon, white Logo design A white baseball superimposed over a blue baseball diamond. ... Year 1996 (MCMXCVI) was a leap year starting on Monday (link will display full 1996 Gregorian calendar). ... The Harrisburg Senators are a minor league baseball team based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. ... Events of 2008: (EMILY) Me Lesley and MIley are going to China! This article is about the year. ... League Eastern League Division Northern Division Year founded 1995 Major League affiliation San Francisco Giants Home ballpark Thomas J. Dodd Memorial Stadium Previous home ballparks City Norwich, Connecticut Current uniform colors black, blue, silver Previous uniform colors black, orange Logo design the wordmark Defenders superimposed over a black ring and... Year 2005 (MMV) was a common year starting on Saturday (link displays full calendar) of the Gregorian calendar. ... Class-Level AA Minor League affiliations Eastern League Northern Division Major League affiliations Boston Red Sox (2003-present) Florida Marlins (1994-2002) Name Portland Sea Dogs (1994-present) Ballpark Hadlock Field Minor League titles League titles Division titles 1995, 1996, 1997, 2005 Owner(s)/Operated by: Dan Burke Manager: Arnie... Year 2006 (MMVI) was a common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. ... Class-Level AA Minor League affiliations Eastern League Northern Division Major League affiliations Boston Red Sox (2003-present) Florida Marlins (1994-2002) Name Portland Sea Dogs (1994-present) Ballpark Hadlock Field Minor League titles League titles Division titles 1995, 1996, 1997, 2005 Owner(s)/Operated by: Dan Burke Manager: Arnie... Year 2007 (MMVII) was a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. ... Class-Level AA Minor League affiliations Eastern League Northern Division Major League affiliations Boston Red Sox (2003-present) Florida Marlins (1994-2002) Name Portland Sea Dogs (1994-present) Ballpark Hadlock Field Minor League titles League titles Division titles 1995, 1996, 1997, 2005 Owner(s)/Operated by: Dan Burke Manager: Arnie... The Akron Aeros are a minor league baseball team based in Akron, Ohio, USA. The team, which plays in the Eastern League, is the Double-A affiliate of the Cleveland Indians major-league club. ...

Waterfront Park

Main article: Mercer County Waterfront Park

Waterfront Park

Official Name: Samuel J. Plumeri Field at Mercer County Waterfront Park Mercer County Waterfront Park is a baseball stadium in Trenton, New Jersey. ... Image File history File links Metadata Size of this preview: 450 × 599 pixelsFull resolution (500 × 666 pixel, file size: 176 KB, MIME type: image/jpeg) Photo of Mercer County Waterfront Park, home of the Trenton Thunder, in Trenton, New Jersey File historyClick on a date/time to view the file... Image File history File links Metadata Size of this preview: 450 × 599 pixelsFull resolution (500 × 666 pixel, file size: 176 KB, MIME type: image/jpeg) Photo of Mercer County Waterfront Park, home of the Trenton Thunder, in Trenton, New Jersey File historyClick on a date/time to view the file... Mercer County Waterfront Park is a baseball stadium in Trenton, New Jersey. ...

Address: One Thunder Road, Trenton, NJ 08611

Opened: May 9, 1994

Seating Capacity: 6,440

Dimensions: LF - 330 ft, CF - 407 ft, RF - 330 ft

Waterfront Park is located right on the banks of the Delaware River, creating beautiful scenery for guests. For the Delaware River in Kansas, see Delaware River (Kansas). ...

Mascots

Boomer

Boomer is the Thunder's well-known and much-loved mascot. He is a blue "Thunderbird" with a yellow beak and buck teeth. He wears a Thunder uniform as well as purple and yellow shades. Boomer traditionally takes part in many of the promotions and activities throughout Thunder home games, such as a race around the bases against a young fan. Boomer's likeness has appeared on numerous pieces of merchandise, and he is involved with several programs assisting children in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. These factors have made him perhaps the most popular and enduring aspect of the Trenton Thunder.

Chase

Chase "That Golden Thunder" is a six year old Golden Retriever who has been part of the Thunder family since late in the 2002 season. He often serves as "batdog" during the first inning at most Thunder home games, retrieving bats and balls and returning them to the Thunder dugout. Contrary to popular belief, his teeth do not leave marks in the equipment, as Retrievers are trained to carry birds without puncturing them. Later in the game, Chase usually catches frisbees to win a cash prize for a lucky fan. He does however have a golden tooth due to his bat carrying duties. Chase has garnered significant media attention, appearing on FOX, CNN, YES Network, UPN9, WNBC4, and even Japanese television. In 2008, Chase sired a litter of pups. One of the pups is being trained to be his successor and will be named in a fan poll. The Golden Retriever is a large breed of dog, historically developed as a gundog to retrieve shot waterfowl and upland game during hunting. ... The Yankees Entertainment and Sports (YES) Network is a New York City regional cable TV channel dedicated to broadcasting baseball games of the New York Yankees, and basketball games of the New Jersey Nets. ... For other uses, see Father (disambiguation). ...

Current roster

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References

1. ^ http://www.baseball-reference.com/pi/gl.cgi?n1=stidhph01&t=p
2. ^ http://www.trentonthunder.com/release/zRelease.asp?pYYYYMMDD=200609032#200609032

External links

• Official Trenton Thunder website
• Trenton Thunder's MiLB Page
• Yankees minor leagues website