Sidewinders Return Home To Host New Orleans And Oklahoma

May 7, 2007 - Pacific Coast League (PCL1)
Tucson Sidewinders News Release


Tucson, AZ - The Tucson Sidewinders will return from their third roadtrip of the season to host the New Orleans Zephyrs (Mets) and the Oklahoma RedHawks (Rangers) beginning Tuesday, May 8th at 6:30 p.m. The 8-game homestand lasts through May 15th and feature the team's Championship T-Shirt Giveaway, Fireworks Friday and two Taco Tuesdays!

The homestand will kick off with the first Taco Tuesday of the homestand, featuring $2 taco specials with $2 ticket coupons available at any Quik Mart location. Free Money Wednesday, Thirsty Thursday and the fourth Fireworks Friday of the season will follow.

The first 2,000 fans with paid admission on Saturday, May 12th will receive a Sidewinders Championship T-Shirt commemorating the Tucson's amazing 2006 season which led to the Sidewinders first Pacific Coast League and Triple-A titles.

The homestand will also mark the first meeting between Tucson and New Orleans since the Zephyrs became an affiliate of the New York Mets. The Sidewinders are 2-1 on their current 4-game road trip to Sacramento and can seal a series victory and even their record at 14-14 with a win tonight at Raley Field at 7:05 p.m. (local Tucson time).

Good seats remain for all games. The Tucson Electric Park box office can be reached at (520) 434-1021. Gates open one hour before game time unless otherwise noted.

HOMESTAND HIGHLIGHTS:

Tuesday, May 8, 6:30 p.m. vs. New Orleans Zephyrs (Gates open at 5:30 p.m.)

$2 TUESDAY WITH TACO SPECIALS! - Stop by any Quik Mart location for a $2 ticket coupon and enjoy $2 taco specials at the ballpark.

Wednesday, May 9, 6:30 p.m. vs. New Orleans Zephyrs (Gates open at 5:30 p.m.)

FREE MONEY WEDNESDAY! - Every fan receives an envelope that may contain prizes or free money!

Thursday, May 10, 6:30 p.m. vs. New Orleans Zephyrs (Gates open at 5:30 p.m.)

THIRSTY THURSDAY! - A Tucson tradition! Enjoy $1 beer, lemonade and soft drinks for 2 hours after the first pitch.

Friday, May 11, 6:30 p.m. vs. New Orleans Zephyrs (Gates open at 5:30 p.m.)

FIREWORKS FRIDAY! - Enjoy a fantastic display of fireworks after the game.

Saturday, May 12, 6:30 p.m. vs. Oklahoma RedHawks (Gates open at 5:30 p.m.)

CHAMPIONSHIP T-SHIRT GIVEAWAY! - Be one of the first 2,000 fans (with paid admission) to receive this commemorative championship t-shirt.

Sunday, May 13, 6:00 p.m. vs. Oklahoma RedHawks (Gates open at 5:00 p.m.)

$1 HOT DOGS! - $1 hot dogs for everyone, sponsored by Hebrew National. Also enjoy FREE parking!

Monday, May 14, 6:30 p.m. vs. Oklahoma RedHawks (Gates open at 5:30 p.m.)

MARGARITA MONDAY! - Come enjoy 2 for 1 margaritas. Also enjoy FREE parking and rides in Kid's Korner.

Tuesday, May 15, 6:30 p.m. vs. Oklahoma RedHawks (Gates open at 5:30 p.m.)

$2 TUESDAY WITH TACO SPECIALS! - Stop by any Quik Mart location for a $2 ticket coupon and enjoy $2 taco specials at the ballpark.



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