Texas Rangers Erecting Statue To Honor Shannon Stone

The Texas Rangers yesterday sent out a Press Release announcing plans for the creation of a statue that will honor Shannon Stone, the Brownwood, Texas firefighter who passed away from injuries suffered in the tragic accident on July 7 at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington.  

The statue, which is tentatively to be named Rangers Fans, is expected to be in place for the 2012 season. It will depict Mr. Stone and his six-year-old son Cooper attending a Rangers game. The full-size bronze statue is likely to be located outside the home plate gate of Rangers Ballpark in Arlington.

"We feel that this statue will be a most fitting tribute," commented Rangers CEO and President Nolan Ryan. "It will not only serve to honor Mr. Stone's memory but also to recognize Rangers fans and baseball fans everywhere.