New Minor League Franchise Fills Supporting Roles

While minor league baseball works to develop stars of the future... it also strives to create a family atmosphere. The tickets are far cheaper than the cost of a big league game, and teams rely on various promotions, mascots, and a team of on-field enthusiasts to complete that minor league experience.

Central Illinois' newest franchise recently held a casting call to fill some of those roles. Illinois Public Media's Jeff Bossert talked with some of the hopefuls: