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On Friday August 6th 2010 the Clearwater Threshers will present the 5th annual Pitch For Pink game at Bright House Field. Our Threshers players will wear special pink jerseys which will be available at auction to commemorate the game. Afterward winning bidders will be invited on to the field to receive their jersey from the respective player. more info.

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