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The “orange” appears to enjoy racing against the “lime” around the infield between innings at the Charlotte Stone Crabs July 4 game in Port Charlotte.

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A local resident sings the national anthem prior to the start of the Fourth of July Charlotte Stone Crabs game in Port Charlotte.

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To celebrate all things American for the Fourth of July Charlotte Stone Crabs game, an apple pie-eating contest was held. The winner was the man to the left.

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Charlotte Stone Crabs Manager Jim Morrison receives a special gift prior to the Fourth of July game in Port Charlotte against the Fort Myers Miracle.

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Patriotic head gear, like this worn by a fan, adorned many spectators during the Charlotte Stone Crabs' July 4 game.

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Young Charlotte Stone Crabs fan Ethan enjoys a cool refreshment during the Fourth of July game in Port Charlotte.

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This youngster threw out the first pitch for the Charlotte Stone Crabs Fourth of July game against the Fort Myers Miracle.

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Stoney, the Charlotte Stone Crabs mascot, is ready for the Fourth of July baseball game against the Fort Myers Miracle to begin.

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Fireworks commenced after the rain delay during the Fourth of July Charlotte Stone Crabs game.