Burlington’s Baseball Comeback

On June 16, 1994, Burlington welcomed back minor league baseball after a six-year absence, thanks to local businessman Ray Pecor’s mission to revive the game with affordable family fun and a new mascot, Champ. The Vermont Expos quickly became a beloved community staple, turning Centennial Field into a buzzing summer hub and reigniting the city’s connection to the sport — more than just wins and losses, it was about reclaiming a piece of Burlington’s identity and building a lasting tradition. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f60a2896749edeed