TEMPE, Ariz., February 15, 2005 -- Grammy- and Emmy-winning Producer/Director Todd McFarlane, best known as the creator of Spawn and the creative force behind McFarlane Toys, will make an appearance at Toys "R" Us Times Square in conjunction with a Major League Baseball(TM) Opening Day promotion and feature shop at Toys "R" Us stores nationwide. McFarlane will be on-hand to sign purchases of McFarlane's Sports Picks(TM) MLB(TM) collectible figures at Toys "R" Us Times Square on Thursday, April 14 from 4-7 pm. Toys "R" Us Times Square is located at 1514 Broadway (at 44th Street) in New York City.
The Major League Baseball feature shop at Toys "R" Us Times Square will showcase McFarlane's Sports Picks MLB action figures, including two exclusive and limited edition products. Fans will also get the first peek at the Sports Picks MLB 11 lineup.
Limited Edition MLB 3-inch Don Mattingly -- Debut figure available only at Toys "R" Us Times Square! McFarlane Sports Picks MLB 3-inch Don Mattingly New York Yankees action figure immortalizes one of the most popular players in New York Yankees history. McFarlane Toys debuts its first-ever Mattingly figure and first 3-inch MLB Legends figure.
Limited Edition MLB Two-Pack Barry Bonds/Willie Mays -- This legendary duo will be one of the hottest two-packs ever produced. Together for the first time ever, this boxed set features MLB legends Barry Bonds, San Francisco Giants LF, No. 25, and Willie Mays, San Francisco Giants CF, No. 24. Available only at Toys "R" Us stores nationwide.
MLB Cooperstown Collection 2 -- The first Cooperstown Collection line became an instant hit with fans. The second Cooperstown Collection lineup includes: Cal Ripken Jr., Baltimore Orioles; Mike Schmidt, Philadelphia Phillies; Catfish Hunter, Oakland Athletics; Babe Ruth, New York Yankees; Willie Mays, San Francisco Giants; Willie Stargell, Pittsburgh Pirates.
One lucky fan will have the opportunity to take home a rare and unique McFarlane's Sports Picks 12-inch pewter hand-painted and hand-cast New York Yankees figure. To enter, simply fill out a contest ballot on the day of the event in the MLB feature shop. At the conclusion of Todd's appearance, the winning name will be drawn, and Todd will sign the piece. Prize provided by McFarlane.com. For more information, call the Toys "R" Us Times Square Special Events Hotline at 646-366-8855 or log onto www.ToysrusTimesSquare.com.
About McFarlane Toys
The international award-winning company is one of America's top action figure manufacturers. Founder Todd McFarlane is also well-known in the sports collectibles world as the owner of several historically significant home run baseballs including Mark McGwire's #70 and Barry Bonds #73. McFarlane has reshaped the sports collectibles market with the introduction of McFarlane's Sports Picks NHL, NFL, NBA and MLB action figure lines. McFarlane Toys debuted their legends lines in 2004 with the Cooperstown Collection and the NHL Legends series, with basketball and football to premier in 2005. With McFarlane's details, accuracy and a reputation for delivering picture-perfect facial likenesses, McFarlane's Sports Picks as been a sellout success with every series and can be found at most major retailers for about $10. For more information, visit www.mcfarlane.com.
