The Savannah Bananas, famed for their quirky game rules and massive crowds, are taking on the Firefighters at Rate Field Friday and Saturday this week. The two-day showdown at Rate Field marks their first-ever trip to the Windy City as they tour more than a dozen Major League Baseball stadiums, playing to sold-out crowds across the country.

Banana Ball League owner Jesse Cole’s vision and every single American sports fan on any level should thank him for his dedication