Statement on Hank “The Ballpark Pup”

MILWAUKEE – The Milwaukee Brewers are sharing the sad news that the beloved c passed away earlier today.

The history of the relationship that Hank forged with not only Brewers fans, but animal lovers everywhere, dates back to February of 2014 in Maryvale, Arizona. A stray at the time, Hank wandered into the Brewers Arizona complex that spring and warmed up to Brewers players, coaches and staff at first sight.

Throughout that spring, Hank spent his days at the complex and his nights in the safety of Brewers homes. Every day, Hank participated in team activities, ranging from workouts on the field to doing meet and greets with fans attending games.

At the conclusion of Spring Training that year, Hank was officially adopted by the family of Brewers Chief Operating Officer Marti Wronski. For the past 10 years, he lived a comfortable life at his forever home in Wisconsin, cared for by a loving family.

“Hank was truly loved by our family and we are so grateful for the ten years we had with him,” said Marti Wronski. “Hank seemed to know that he was rescued by the entire Brewers family and he never met a fan – or really any human – he didn’t love. We are heartbroken to be without him but are grateful for the joy he brought to so many and the spotlight he helped shine on animal rescue.”

The Brewers and Wronski family encourage donations to the Wisconsin Humane Society or MADACC (Milwaukee Area Domestic Animal Control Commission) for those who wish to honor the life of Hank.

Photos, courtesy of Milwaukee Brewers

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