Saltdogs Enter 15th Season at Haymarket Park
May 22, 2015 - American Association (AA)
Lincoln Saltdogs News Release
The Saltdogs enter their 15th season at Haymarket Park on Monday at 6:35 pm when they play host to Gary South Shore Railcats.
The Saltdogs are coming off a Central division title and a trip to the American Association Championship Series.
The 'Dogs return 10 of the 23 players from the 2014 roster, including franchise steals leader Matt Forgatch and last year's hits and doubles leader Brian Joynt. Lincoln also brings back Dutch slugger Curt Smith, a star on the international stage, returning for his third tour with Lincoln (2011 and 2013). Mitch Canham, a two-time CWS champion at Oregon State, signed on to shore up the catching position. To centerpiece an already potent lineup, the Saltdogs made a huge splash acquiring C.J. Ziegler from Winnipeg. Ziegler, a 6-5, 250 pound bopper, was the 2013 league MVP and set the long ball record with 30.
In addition to the exciting 2015 roster, Saltdogs fans have a jam-packed slate of promotions to get excited about as well. Every home Wednesday game: $1 hot dogs; every Thursday: $1 Pepsis and Busch light cans; every Friday: Fireworks! The team is giving away souvenirs every Saturday home game as well, including two different Saltdogs jerseys. This summer figures to be quite the celebration of 15 terrific years at Haymarket Park.
The 'Dogs open the season on the road tonight against the Kansas City T-Bones. Catch all the play-by-play on KFOR 1240 AM and now with the TuneIn app (via KFOR 1240) on your smart phone or tablet!
TIME DATE DAY OPPONENT
6:35 PM May 25 Mon Kansas City T-Bones
Opening Night - Memorial Day -Saltdogs Magnetic Schedule Giveaway sponsored by Lincoln Orthopedic Center - Military appreciation Special (Receive up to 10 complimentary lower reserved tickets for the Saltdogs 2015 Home Opener by reserving your tickets prior to the game at www.saltdogs.com/military)
6:35 PM May 26 Tue Kansas City T-Bones
Throwback Tuesday presented by Casey's (Celebrate our 15th Season as we are bringing back $3 GA/Berm tickets with a voucher you can pick up at any Lincoln Casey's location. Redeem the Throwback Tuesday Voucher at the Saltdogs box office to get your $3 game ticket (only valid for Tuesday games). We will also take a look back at the past 14 years to relive all the great moments in Saltdogs baseball!
6:35 PM May 27 Wed Kansas City T-Bones
Wiener Wednesday - $1 Fairbury Brand Hot Dogs all game long!
6:35 PM May 28 Thu Kansas City T-Bones
Thirsty Thursday - Thirsty Thursday Triple Play Drink Specials are back! Enjoy $1 drink specials on Busch Light can beer and regular Pepsi fountain drinks, $2 drink specials on 12 oz. Bottoms Up domestic draws and $3 drink specials on 12 oz. Bottoms Up craft draws throughout the game. - It's also Fiesta Night!
Single Game Tickets
The reigning Central Division champions are returning, as are fan favorites like Fireworks Fridays and $1 Wiener Wednesdays! Single-game tickets are on sale now, with prices beginning at just $6.50.
One of the great things about a Saltdogs game is that it's affordable fun and quality, professional baseball for the whole family. You can round up the kids or grab your friends and head down to Haymarket Park for a night of Fun and Games, without putting a dent in your wallet.
Single-game tickets are available the Haymarket Park box office, via phone at 402-474-2255 or online at saltdogs.com.
15th Season Ticket Package
The perfect package for a fan with a busy schedule! Reserve the best available seats for a 10 game schedule, plus receive five ticket vouchers to be used at your convenience. See a variety of teams and promotions while receiving the benefits of season ticket ownership at a fraction of the games and cost. Packages start at $130 per seat. Check out all of the season ticket packages online for more information.
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