SAL1 Jersey Shore BlueClaws

Five-in-Four Next Week at FirstEnergy Park

Published on May 4, 2007 under South Atlantic League (SAL1)
Jersey Shore BlueClaws News Release


LAKEWOOD, N.J. - After a brief 3-game road trip, the Lakewood BlueClaws are back at FirstEnergy Park for a five-game in four-day homestand with the Greensboro Grasshoppers (Marlins) beginning Tuesday night. Included is a split double-header on Thursday.

Before heading to Lake County this weekend, the BlueClaws split four games at home against the Lexington Legends, and are 12-12. They sit in fourth place in the South Atlantic League Northern Division, 7.0 games behind West Virginia.

Tuesday and Wednesday's games are both at 6:35. Tuesday night, one lucky fan will win a $2,000 college scholarship courtesy of Discovery Collegiate Advisors.

Wednesday night features a Health and Wellness Event, courtesy of Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield.

Thursday, May 10th promises to be a special day, as fans can get a double-dose of BlueClaws. The first game begins at 11:05 a.m. and the first 2,000 fans will receive Oversized Baseball Cards thanks to the Asbury Park Press and Harrogate. The second game begins at 6:35 p.m. and one lucky fan will win a Round-Trip Flight Lottery thanks to Dentworld. There will also be a special appearance by Rally the Mascot.

The two games, each nine innings, will have separate admissions.

Friday night marks the first of four fireworks nights in May. Following the 7:05 p.m. game, there will be a fireworks show courtesy of Toyota/Scion World of Lakewood. There will also be a Memorial Day Weekend Fireworks Trifecta, following games on May 25th, 26th, and 27th.

After heading to Lake County and Delmarva the following week for an eight-game road trip, the BlueClaws will host a 13-game in 14-day homestand beginning May 21st.

According to a recent survey, the BlueClaws are once again the most affordable ticket for Professional Baseball in New Jersey. Having led the South Atlantic League in attendance each year of operation, this year they will add their 3-millionth fan, becoming the fastest team in league and New Jersey history to do so. For tickets or more information call 732-901-7000 or visit the BlueClaws website at www.BlueClaws.com.




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