Just when you think you've seen every possible television show or movie-themed promotion or jersey in Minor League Baseball, the Jackson Generals, Double-A affiliate of the Seattle Mariners, step to the plate with these.
Holy pigtails, Auntie Em, that's a full-scale Dorothy Gale themed jersey straight from the classic movie The Wizard of Oz.
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Naturally, Dorothy's blue is plaid dress is featured prominently, or otherwise what would be the point? The ruby red text is a nice touch as well. But we absolutely endorse the inclusion of her trademark pigtails, which will reside somewhat awkwardly over the players' shoulders.
We've seen our share of unique hair styles in baseball, but never the pigtails look as actress Judy Garland made famous in the movie. When you include the pigtails, it almost makes up for the fact the players will not be wearing ruby red cleats or skipping from base-to-base like they're traveling the yellow brick road.
Almost. And we do encourage skipping when appropriate.
The Dorothy-themed jerseys immediately vault to near the top of our favorite themed jerseys on tap for this season. We have to say though, the "Saved by the Bell" jerseys the Brooklyn Cyclones plan to wear on June 24 will be awfully tough to beat. So will the Round Rock Express' admittedly ugly Christmas sweater jerseys. When you tell the fans up front that you're wearing something awful, that means you're setting a new standard.
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We like what we see though, Jackson Generals, and we hope this is just the first in a series of Wizard of Oz jerseys. If so, allow us to request a tin man uniform next season complete with matching paints and tin caps.
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