Thunder Challenge Lakewood In "Choose Your Champ" World Series Contest
October 27, 2009 - Eastern League (EL1)
Trenton Thunder News Release
(Trenton, NJ)-The Trenton Thunder, Double-A Affiliate of the New York Yankees, have announced they will be challenging its sister-team the Lakewood Blue Claws (Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies) in the "CHOOSE YOUR CHAMP" World Series Prediction Contest.
"We are glad the Blue Claws have accepted our challenge to participate in this contest," said Thunder General Manager, Will Smith. "Go Yanks! Crush Philly!"
Fans of the Thunder and the Blue Claws can submit emails predicting the outcome of the 2009 World Series. If the Phillies win the World Series, the winner will receive an all-expenses paid trip for two people to go to the Phillies or Yankees 2010 Regular Season Home Opener courtesy of the Thunder. If the Yankees win the World Series, the winner will receive an all-expenses paid trip for two people to go to the Phillies or Yankees 2010 Regular Season Home Opener courtesy of the Blue Claws.
Transportation to the game, two tickets to opening day, World Series merchandise and meals will be included in the package. Round-trip transportation will be provided from the home of the Trenton Thunder, Waterfront Park.
"For a series that divides New Jersey, it makes perfect sense for a little friendly wager between affiliates," said BlueClaws General Manager Geoff Brown. "We look forward to the Thunder getting a great Phillies fan Opening Day tickets next year."
To be eligible, fans must email
chooseyourchamp@trentonthunder.com
and select the winner of the 2009 World Series, the amount of games necessary, and the MVP of the series. Predictions must be received before the first pitch of Wednesday's Game One. The person with the correct prediction will be notified shortly after the completion of the series. In the case of multiple correct submissions, the Thunder and the Blue Claws will choose, at random, the grand-prize winner. With your entry, please include your full name, home town, and phone number.
Full and Half season tickets are on sale now for Trenton's 2010 season by calling 609-394-3300 or online at trentonthunder.com. Single game tickets will go on sale to the general public on February 1, 2010. The schedule of fireworks and promotions will be released at a later date.
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