Bridgeport baseball fans have a reason to celebrate this summer: a statue honoring Baseball Hall of Famer Jim O’Rourke has returned to public view in the city, according to the Connecticut Post.

O’Rourke, a Bridgeport native, is one of the sport’s storied figures, and his statue’s return to a publicly accessible location gives residents and visitors alike a chance to connect with the city’s rich baseball heritage.

The timing couldn’t be better — with summer in full swing, the statue’s reappearance offers a welcoming landmark for anyone strolling through Bridgeport and a proud reminder of the hometown hero who made it all the way to Cooperstown.

Keep an eye out for the statue the next time you’re exploring downtown Bridgeport — it’s a piece of local history well worth a visit.

Sources: CTPost