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​Marlins’ Justin Bour to investigate on Tuesday, June 26

On Tuesday, June 26, Justin Bour, Billy The Marlin, and several Mermaids will visit alex’s place at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center in Miami from 10:30 a.m. to noon, bringing with them pizza, donuts, superhero capes and Justin Bour Superhero Bobbleheads presented by Pepsi. After concluding his superhero investigation, Bour will take on any and all crime fighters who want to challenge him in video game play.

WHO: Marlins First Baseman Justin Bour, Billy The Marlin, and Mermaids
WHAT: Superhero Investigation at alex’s place
WHERE: alex’s place at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center
               1121 NW 14th St
               Miami, FL 33136
WHEN: Tuesday, June 26, 2018 – 10:30 a.m.-Noon

Due to space constraints at the facility and to mask the superheroes’ true identities, media coverage will not be permitted on site. The Marlins Communications staff asks that media refrain from attending. At the conclusion of the event, the Marlins Communications staff will provide a link to raw footage of the morning’s activity.

Reminder: Superhero Day will take place at Marlins Park on July 1 when the Marlins take on the Mets at 1:10 p.m., and will feature the Justin Bour Superhero Bobblehead fan giveaway, presented by Pepsi, while supplies last.

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About alex’s place
Young patients receive outpatient care in a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility, alex’s place at Sylvester. The 3,200-square-foot pediatric hematology-oncology clinic was made possible thanks to a generous donation by businessman and philanthropist Alexander Daly. More than simply a treatment site for children with cancer and blood diseases, alex’s place is a space designed to empower our young patients and support their families. Each chemotherapy bay is equipped with its own flat screen monitor to watch videos or to use as a computer. The ceilings in each exam room include soothing images and kid-friendly colors and themes. The common areas of alex’s place are designed to be interactive with fun games and activities for children and their families. Other highlights include an onsite classroom where patients can keep up with their schoolwork and a tranquility garden for peaceful reflection and enjoyment outdoors.