Lake County Captains to mark Lou Gehrig Day at Classic Park

Jun. 27—The ALS Association has announced the inaugural Lou Gehrig Day in ballparks across the country to raise awareness and funds for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, and to honor the legacy of one of baseball's greatest players.

As part of the nationwide effort, The ALS Association, in partnership with the Lake County Captains, will be hosting Lou Gehrig Day at Classic Park on June 30.

Activities will include a ceremonial first pitch, playball experience, special video, photos and messaging, according to a news release. ALS Association staff and volunteers will have a display, answer questions and distribute information, to raise awareness and funds for research of ALS and supporting the needs of the ALS Community in Northern Ohio.

"The ALS Association is committed to making ALS livable for everyone, everywhere, until we find a cure," Territory Executive Paul Jeter stated in the release. "We are proud to support Lou Gehrig Day and to raise awareness of ALS in our community.

"By coming together on this day, we can make a real difference in the lives of those affected by this disease."

The ALS Association encourages fans, players, and organizations to join the fight against ALS by donating to the cause and spreading the word about Lou Gehrig Day. To make a donation or learn more about how to get involved, visit Als.org/northern-Ohio.