Buffalo, N.Y. (WBEN) - Unless you're a member of the visiting team, it's hard to find anyone more universally loved at Sahlen Field than Buffalo Bisons fan, Mark Aichinger.
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The popular Bisons superfan is set to be honored by the team on Saturday, Sept. 2 with his very own "MARK Bobblehead Giveaway" ahead of Buffalo's matchup with the Indianapolis Indians at Sahlen Field.
The bobbleheads will be handed out to the first 2,000 fans through the Inspire Dental Gate at Swan Street before the 6:05 p.m. ET first pitch. Gates for the game will open at 5 p.m. ET.
The bobblehead features Mark in a Bisons jersey and cap, making the customary gesture he uses to let opposing pitchers know exactly what he thinks of their performance.
Mark's honorary night will be a celebration of his support as a Bisons season ticket holder for more than 25 years, and the passion he brings to every Bisons game he attends at the ballpark.
"It cannot be overstated how Mark is not only a part of our Bisons Baseball family, but how he has become such an integral part of the Bisons Baseball Experience at Sahlen Field," said Bisons general manager Anthony Sprague in a team statement. "Our fans and our team feed off his energy and passion. When former Bisons players and coaches return to Buffalo, they look for him. The fun and excitement he brings to every game is what Bisons baseball is all about."