(Central Islip, N.Y., Oct. 19, 2026) – The Long Island Ducks have been nominated for six different awards in this year’s “Best of Long Island” competition, presented by FourLeaf Federal Credit Union. Fans allowed one vote per person per day for each category through Sunday, December 15th by CLICKING HERE, selecting the section and award the Ducks are nominated in and then clicking “VOTE” next to the desired nominee.
QuackerJack has been nominated as Best Mascot in the Arts & Entertainment category as well as Best Team Mascot in the Sports & Activities section. QJ has garnered a record 16 Best of Long Island awards and was recently named the Atlantic League’s Mascot of the Year for the fourth time (2015, 2017, 2023, 2026). QuackerJack is an active member of the Long Island community, visiting fans at schools, little leagues, holiday parades, hospitals and many charity events. He also serves as the President of the Ducks Kids Club, presented by FourLeaf Federal Credit Union.
Fairfield Properties Ballpark, the home of the Ducks, has been nominated in the Sports & Activities category for Best Family Amusement Place. The ballpark welcomed over 300,000 fans to Ducks games in 2026. Long Island led all MLB Partner Leagues in total attendance for the sixth consecutive season and led the Atlantic League in attendance for a record 20th time. The “Duck Pond” has also now hosted a league record 730 sold out crowds all-time as well. Fans were treated to an exciting season of Ducks baseball, complete with exciting promotions to celebrate America’s 250th Birthday, and was the site of the Ducks clinching victory of the 2026 Atlantic League Championship.
For a 19th consecutive year, the Ducks have been given a team-specific honor in the Sports & Activities section – Best Long Island Duck. Fans can vote for one of 15 members from the 2026 Ducks to receive this honor. Should it be Manager Lew Ford, who led the Ducks to a league-best 80-46 record during the season? Or could it be Team MVP Jorge Bonifacio, who set franchise records for home runs (30) and RBIs (108). Outfielder River Town earned last year’s title.
In the Food category of the contest, Fairfield Properties Ballpark was nominated for Best Hot Dog. Fans enjoyed this ballpark favorite, served in delicious Martin’s Potato Rolls, during all 66 home games and additional events in 2026.
Finally, the Ducks have been nominated for Best X (Formerly Known as Twitter) Account from Long Island in the Arts & Entertainment section of the competition. The Ducks account (@LIDucks) provides fans with the most up-to-date information about all things Ducks baseball. Over 15,300 followers receive the latest news, promotions, game highlights and so much more by following the team on X.
The Long Island Ducks are entering their 27th season of play in the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball and play their home games at Fairfield Properties Ballpark in Central Islip, N.Y. They are the all-time leader in wins and attendance in Atlantic League history, have led all MLB Partner Leagues in total attendance for six consecutive seasons, have sold out a record 730 games all-time and are five-time Atlantic League Champions. For further information, please visit LIDucks.com or call 631-940-DUCK (3825).
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