Thumper to Throw Out First Pitch at Danbury Westerners' Hockey Night on July 22

DANBURY — Hockey and baseball UNITE at Rogers Park on Tuesday, July 22 at 6 p.m., as the Danbury Westerners host Hockey Night—a celebration of the city’s rich hockey history and its passionate fan base.

The Danbury Hat Tricks will be front and center for the event, with a special appearance by team mascot Thumper, who will throw out the ceremonial first pitch at 6:15 p.m. before the Westerners take on the Mystic Schooners at 6:30 p.m.

Any fans wearing Hat Tricks gear—jerseys, t-shirts, hats, or other team apparel—will receive free admission to the game!

In addition to the Hat Tricks, the evening will recognize Danbury’s full hockey history, celebrating professional teams past and present, as well as local youth, high school, college, and junior programs.

For more information, contact Tricia@danburywesterners.com.

The 2025–26 season is right around the corner and season tickets will be on sale soon! To learn more about our ticket packages, email herm@danburyhattricks.com. To stay up to date on all things Danbury Hat Tricks hockey, go to www.danburyhattricks.com, follow the team on Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok, and YouTube (@DanburyHatTricks), sign up for the Hat Tricks' newsletter here, and find game materials—game notes, line charts, and media guides updated every game here.

ABOUT DANBURY HAT TRICKS:

The Danbury Hat Tricks are a professional hockey team based in Danbury, CT and compete in the Federal Prospects Hockey League (FPHL). Since their founding in 2019, the 2023 Commissioner's Cup Champions have brought thrilling, fast-paced, and hard-hitting hockey to the Danbury Ice Arena, earning a reputation for their competitive spirit, electric atmosphere and strong community ties. The team is dedicated to providing an unforgettable game-day experience for fans of all ages while proudly representing the city of Danbury.

Off the ice, the Hat Tricks are committed to fostering connections within the local community through outreach programs with schools, businesses and charities. By developing top-tier hockey talent and growing the sport in the region, the Hat Tricks aim to bring the community together and deliver entertainment that leaves a lasting impact.