Aberdeen pitcher Connor Gillispie signs an autograph for fan Levering Shellenberger before the Aberdeen IronBirds home opener against Wilmington at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium Tuesday, April 12, 2022.

Aberdeen pitcher Connor Gillispie signs an autograph for fan Levering Shellenberger before the Aberdeen IronBirds home opener against Wilmington at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium Tuesday, April 12, 2022. (Matt Button / The Aegis/Baltimore Sun Media)

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The Aberdeen IronBirds played their home opener against Wilmington at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium Tuesday, April 12, 2022.

Aberdeen IronBirds home opener

Aberdeen pitcher Connor Gillispie signs an autograph for fan Levering Shellenberger before the Aberdeen IronBirds home opener against Wilmington at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium Tuesday, April 12, 2022.

Aberdeen pitcher Connor Gillispie signs an autograph for fan Levering Shellenberger before the Aberdeen IronBirds home opener against Wilmington at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium Tuesday, April 12, 2022. (Matt Button / The Aegis/Baltimore Sun Media)

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Aberdeen baserunner Donta' Williams slides in safe ahead of the tag from Wilmington infielder Jordy Barley during the IronBirds home opener on Tuesday.

Aberdeen baserunner Donta' Williams slides in safe ahead of the tag from Wilmington infielder Jordy Barley during the IronBirds home opener on Tuesday. (Matt Button / The Aegis/Baltimore Sun Media)

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A very excited Rhys Sherstad hurries back to his seat to show his mom his souvenir after snatching up a foul ball during the Aberdeen IronBirds home opener against Wilmington at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium Tuesday, April 12, 2022.

A very excited Rhys Sherstad hurries back to his seat to show his mom his souvenir after snatching up a foul ball during the Aberdeen IronBirds home opener against Wilmington at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium Tuesday, April 12, 2022. (Matt Button / The Aegis/Baltimore Sun Media)

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Levering Shellenberger, left, and his sister Jordyn get some autographs from players as they head ot the dugout before the Aberdeen IronBirds home opener against Wilmington at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium Tuesday, April 12, 2022.

Levering Shellenberger, left, and his sister Jordyn get some autographs from players as they head ot the dugout before the Aberdeen IronBirds home opener against Wilmington at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium Tuesday, April 12, 2022. (Matt Button / The Aegis/Baltimore Sun Media)

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Mascot Ripcord goes thru some pre-game poses to get ready for the action during the Aberdeen IronBirds home opener against Wilmington at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium Tuesday, April 12, 2022.

Mascot Ripcord goes thru some pre-game poses to get ready for the action during the Aberdeen IronBirds home opener against Wilmington at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium Tuesday, April 12, 2022. (Matt Button / The Aegis/Baltimore Sun Media)

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Teammates make their way to the dugout as the Aberdeen IronBirds home opener against Wilmington gets underway at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium Tuesday, April 12, 2022.

Teammates make their way to the dugout as the Aberdeen IronBirds home opener against Wilmington gets underway at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium Tuesday, April 12, 2022. (Matt Button / The Aegis/Baltimore Sun Media)

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Folks make their way into the stadium for the Aberdeen IronBirds home opener against Wilmington at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium Tuesday, April 12, 2022.

Folks make their way into the stadium for the Aberdeen IronBirds home opener against Wilmington at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium Tuesday, April 12, 2022. (Matt Button / The Aegis/Baltimore Sun Media)

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Jordyn Shellenberger waits for some other players to come out as she collects a few autographs before the Aberdeen IronBirds home opener against Wilmington at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium Tuesday, April 12, 2022.

Jordyn Shellenberger waits for some other players to come out as she collects a few autographs before the Aberdeen IronBirds home opener against Wilmington at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium Tuesday, April 12, 2022. (Matt Button / The Aegis/Baltimore Sun Media)

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IronBirds fans, from left, Justin Morea, Trent Morea, Linda Lowry and Jeff Grabowski stand and get loud as the team takes the field for the Aberdeen IronBirds home opener against Wilmington at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium Tuesday, April 12, 2022.

IronBirds fans, from left, Justin Morea, Trent Morea, Linda Lowry and Jeff Grabowski stand and get loud as the team takes the field for the Aberdeen IronBirds home opener against Wilmington at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium Tuesday, April 12, 2022. (Matt Button / The Aegis/Baltimore Sun Media)

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Mascot Ripcord finds a comfortable spot and takes in a little of the game before getting back to entertaining the fans during the Aberdeen IronBirds home opener against Wilmington at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium Tuesday, April 12, 2022.

Mascot Ripcord finds a comfortable spot and takes in a little of the game before getting back to entertaining the fans during the Aberdeen IronBirds home opener against Wilmington at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium Tuesday, April 12, 2022. (Matt Button / The Aegis/Baltimore Sun Media)

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Aberdeen pitcher Connor Gillispie signs a few autographs for fans before the Aberdeen IronBirds home opener against Wilmington at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium Tuesday, April 12, 2022.

Aberdeen pitcher Connor Gillispie signs a few autographs for fans before the Aberdeen IronBirds home opener against Wilmington at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium Tuesday, April 12, 2022. (Matt Button / The Aegis/Baltimore Sun Media)

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A fan reaches for their bag of peanuts to settle in and enjoy some baseball during the Aberdeen IronBirds home opener against Wilmington at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium Tuesday, April 12, 2022.

A fan reaches for their bag of peanuts to settle in and enjoy some baseball during the Aberdeen IronBirds home opener against Wilmington at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium Tuesday, April 12, 2022. (Matt Button / The Aegis/Baltimore Sun Media)

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IronBirds fan Declan Sherstad slips on his foam finger and waves it around a bit as he and his family enjoy the Aberdeen IronBirds home opener against Wilmington at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium Tuesday, April 12, 2022.

IronBirds fan Declan Sherstad slips on his foam finger and waves it around a bit as he and his family enjoy the Aberdeen IronBirds home opener against Wilmington at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium Tuesday, April 12, 2022. (Matt Button / The Aegis/Baltimore Sun Media)

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A very excited Rhys Sherstad of Aberdeen hurries back to his seat to show mom his souvenir after snatching up a foul ball during the Aberdeen IronBirds home opener against Wilmington at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium Tuesday, April 12, 2022.

A very excited Rhys Sherstad of Aberdeen hurries back to his seat to show mom his souvenir after snatching up a foul ball during the Aberdeen IronBirds home opener against Wilmington at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium Tuesday, April 12, 2022. (Matt Button / The Aegis/Baltimore Sun Media)

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IronBirds fan Declan Sherstad slips on his foam finger and waves it around a bit as he and his family enjoy the Aberdeen IronBirds home opener against Wilmington at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium Tuesday, April 12, 2022.

IronBirds fan Declan Sherstad slips on his foam finger and waves it around a bit as he and his family enjoy the Aberdeen IronBirds home opener against Wilmington at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium Tuesday, April 12, 2022. (Matt Button / The Aegis/Baltimore Sun Media)

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IronBirds fan Camden Lindecamp enjoys a hot dog before settling in for the Aberdeen IronBirds home opener against Wilmington at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium Tuesday, April 12, 2022.

IronBirds fan Camden Lindecamp enjoys a hot dog before settling in for the Aberdeen IronBirds home opener against Wilmington at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium Tuesday, April 12, 2022. (Matt Button / The Aegis/Baltimore Sun Media)

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Aberdeen pitcher Carlos Tavera delivers the pitch to the waiting Wilmington batter during the IronBirds home opener Tuesday, April 12, 2022.

Aberdeen pitcher Carlos Tavera delivers the pitch to the waiting Wilmington batter during the IronBirds home opener Tuesday, April 12, 2022. (Matt Button / The Aegis/Baltimore Sun Media)

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Abeerdeen's Connor Norby rounds second and sprints to thirdbase on a hit during the IronBirds home opener against Wilmington Tuesday April 12, 2022.

Abeerdeen's Connor Norby rounds second and sprints to thirdbase on a hit during the IronBirds home opener against Wilmington Tuesday April 12, 2022. (Matt Button / The Aegis/Baltimore Sun Media)

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Aberdeen baserunner Donta' Williams slides in safe avoiding the tag from Wilmington infielder Jordy Barley on a steal attempt during the IronBirds home opener Tuesday, April 12, 2022.

Aberdeen baserunner Donta' Williams slides in safe avoiding the tag from Wilmington infielder Jordy Barley on a steal attempt during the IronBirds home opener Tuesday, April 12, 2022. (Matt Button / The Aegis/Baltimore Sun Media)

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Aberdeen batter Collin Burns watches his hit sail toward teh outfield during a turn at the plate in the IronBirds home opener against Wilmington Tuesday, April 12, 2022.

Aberdeen batter Collin Burns watches his hit sail toward teh outfield during a turn at the plate in the IronBirds home opener against Wilmington Tuesday, April 12, 2022. (Matt Button / The Aegis/Baltimore Sun Media)

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Aberdeen's Collin Burns, right, high fives teammate John Rhodes after he crosses the plate to score a run during the IronBirds season opener against Wilmington Tuesday, April 12, 2022.

Aberdeen's Collin Burns, right, high fives teammate John Rhodes after he crosses the plate to score a run during the IronBirds season opener against Wilmington Tuesday, April 12, 2022. (Matt Button / The Aegis/Baltimore Sun Media)

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Dad Andrew Sherstad and his son Rhys settle in to enjoy a few innings and cheer for the IronBirds during the Aberdeen IronBirds home opener against Wilmington at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium Tuesday, April 12, 2022.

Dad Andrew Sherstad and his son Rhys settle in to enjoy a few innings and cheer for the IronBirds during the Aberdeen IronBirds home opener against Wilmington at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium Tuesday, April 12, 2022. (Matt Button / The Aegis/Baltimore Sun Media)

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Levering Shellenberger, left, and his sister Jordyn get some autographs from players as they head ot the dugout before the Aberdeen IronBirds home opener against Wilmington at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium Tuesday, April 12, 2022.

Levering Shellenberger, left, and his sister Jordyn get some autographs from players as they head ot the dugout before the Aberdeen IronBirds home opener against Wilmington at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium Tuesday, April 12, 2022. (Matt Button / The Aegis/Baltimore Sun Media)

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