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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.

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