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A FEW STOPS ALONG THE TROPHY TOUR 2008
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Championship Tour visits five Lottery Agents
May 7, 2008World Series Trophies visit Somerville, Wakefield, Westwood and Norwood
Baseball fans in Somerville, Wakefield, Westwood and Norwood will be able to share in the magic of the Boston Red Sox World Series victories up close as the Massachusetts State Lottery brings both shining Trophies to those communities today through Friday.
- Good Time Billiards on 30 Assembly Square Drive in Somerville from 2:30 to 4:00 today.
- Dockside Restaurant on 1099 Main Street in Wakefield on Thursday, May 8 from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Convenient Food Mart on 745 High Street in Westwood on Friday, May 9 from 11 a.m. to 12 noon.
- Conrad’s Pub II on 728 Washington Street in Norwood on Friday, May 9 from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
- The Chateau on 404 Providence Highway in Norwood on Friday, May 9 from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
The Championship Tour – which features the Boston Red Sox World Series Trophies from 2004 and 2007 – will give access to all fans and create a great opportunity to experience a piece of Boston baseball history. The Championship Tour, which will follow in the tradition of the 2004 trophy tour, is being made possible by the partnership between the Boston Red Sox and the Massachusetts State Lottery.
“Just like we deliver local aid to our 351 cities and towns, we are proud to bring both World Series Trophies closer to thousands throughout Red Sox nation,” Treasurer Tim Cahill said. “As a lifelong Red Sox fan, I am thrilled to bring the Championship Tour to our communities.”
The Championship Tour comes as the Massachusetts State Lottery introduces the Limited Edition World Series Red Sox Instant Ticket. The crowning jewel of Red Sox tickets, the $20 ticket features a grand prize of $10 million, a mountain of Red Sox game tickets and unique memorabilia.
“The Red Sox and the Lottery are a great team,” Executive Director Mark Cavanagh said. “It’s only fitting that the fans who support both our winning organizations share in the fun.”
Fans are encouraged to bring their own cameras.
Massachusetts State Lottery and Boston Red Sox Launch new instant ticket and Championship Trophy Tour
March 31, 2008
Limited Edition World Series Red Sox Instant Ticket to hit stores April 8th
Two winning traditions – the Boston Red Sox and the Massachusetts State Lottery – have teamed up again to produce an extraordinary new instant ticket and a tour of both World Series Championship trophies.
The Limited Edition World Series Red Sox Instant Ticket, a $20 instant ticket, and the Championship Tour promise to excite as much as a David Ortiz walkoff home run. The milestones represent the latest joint venture for the Massachusetts State Lottery and the Red Sox as the two premier organizations deepen their marketing relationship while continuing to explore future opportunities.
“Just like we deliver local aid to our 351 cities and towns, we are proud to bring both World Series Trophies closer to thousands throughout Red Sox nation,” Treasurer Tim Cahill said. “As a lifelong Red Sox fan, I am thrilled to bring the Championship Tour to our communities.”
The Limited Edition World Series Red Sox Instant Ticket features more than $160 million in prizes, including huge grand prizes, game tickets, unique trips and never before available memorabilia. The Championship Tour, which follows in the footsteps of the Red Sox/Lottery 2004 Trophy Tour, will feature the 2004 and 2007 World Series Trophies and make 30 regional stops across the Commonwealth.
“We are proud of our relationship with the Massachusetts State Lottery, and happy to partner again with the Lottery and Scientific Games to introduce a new Red Sox-themed instant ticket,” said Mike Dee, Red Sox Chief Operating Officer. “This limited edition ticket will not only give Red Sox fans opportunities to win special experiences and collectible memorabilia but will also bring great benefits to towns and cities throughout the Commonwealth.”
The Limited Edition World Series Red Sox Instant Ticket will be available in stores April 8 and will join the Lottery’s two other extremely successful and popular Red Sox tickets. Red Sox 2006, a $5 ticket, has sold $173 million and raised $27 million for local aid while Red Sox 2007, a $10 instant ticket, has sold $212 million and raised $26 million for local aid. The Limited Edition World Series Red Sox Instant Ticket, which features a printing of 10 million tickets, is expected to raise $23 million in local aid.
We now have the triple crown of tickets,” Lottery Executive Director Mark Cavanagh said. “The Red Sox instant tickets are a big part of the Lottery portfolio and a key component in raising funds for police, firefighters, teachers and other essential municipal services.”
As part of this agreement, the Massachusetts State Lottery will have greater visibility around Fenway Park. Lottery signs will be near both dugouts and take a more prominent position in the outfield, on the Red Sox bullpen fence. Lottery products also will be available in five vending machines throughout Fenway Park.
The Limited Edition World Series Red Sox Instant Ticket, which will be available at 7,500 agents statewide, hits the market during a record year for the Massachusetts State Lottery. Sales have increased by more than 6 percent from last year and 3.5 percent from the previous top year.
Massachusetts Lottery Staff Poses with Red Sox Trophies on Tour
March 31, 2008
Red Sox nation will be able to share in the magic of the World Series victories up close as the Massachusetts State Lottery brings both shining Trophies to more than 30 locations throughout the Commonwealth.
The Championship Tour – which features the Boston Red Sox World Series Trophies from 2004 and 2007 – will give access to all fans and create a great opportunity to experience a piece of Boston baseball history. The Championship Tour, which will follow in the tradition of the 2004 trophy tour, is being made possible by the partnership between the Boston Red Sox and the Massachusetts State Lottery.
“Just like we deliver local aid to our 351 cities and towns, we are proud to bring both World Series Trophies closer to thousands throughout Red Sox nation,” Treasurer Tim Cahill said. “As a lifelong Red Sox fan, I am thrilled to bring the Championship Tour to our communities.”
The Championship Tour comes as the Massachusetts State Lottery introduces the Limited Edition World Series Red Sox Instant Ticket. The crowning jewel of Red Sox tickets, the $20 ticket features a grand prize of $10 million, a mountain of Red Sox game tickets and unique memorabilia.
The two trophies make for an impressive sight and seeing them up close makes any fan feel like an 8-year-old going to Fenway Park for the first time. Fan reactions to the Trophies range from devout silence to hoots and hollers of joy. By the end of the viewing, all fans have huge smiles on their faces.
“The Red Sox and the Lottery are a great team,” Executive Director Mark Cavanagh said. “It’s only fitting that the fans who support both our winning organizations share in the fun.”
The Championship Tour recently brought the icon to Beth Israel-Deaconess Medical Center. The Trophies were the hit of the maternity unit and brought some happiness to cancer patients who were undergoing chemotherapy.
Fans can follow the tour on www.masslottery.com and learn when the Trophies will be coming to a venue near them. Come out and share the magic.
