Beavers begin eight-game homestand Wednesday at PGE Park

Published on July 31, 2008 under Pacific Coast League (PCL1)
Portland Beavers News Release


PORTLAND, Ore. - The Portland Beavers play host to a series of exciting events at PGE Park, including a special appearance from the original Beaver, Jerry Mathers, for "Leave it to Beaver" Night, as part of an eight-game homestand against the Albuquerque Isotopes and Round Rock Express beginning Wednesday. Additionally, the Beavers will also host the club's annual Mullet Night and Strike Out Breast Cancer event.

In one of the most anticipated events of the season, actor Jerry Mathers makes a special visit to PGE Park for the Beavers' "Leave it to Beaver" Night on Saturday presented by Comcast. Mathers, who starred as Theodore "Beaver" Cleaver on the television show "Leave it to Beaver," will be on hand to throw out the ceremonial first pitch, sign autographs and participate in a variety of in-game activities. The first 1,903 fans receive a limited-edition Jerry Mathers bobblehead.

The Beavers pay tribute to the business-in-the-front, party-in-the-back hairstyle with Mullet Night on a Miller Lite Thursday at PGE Park. The annual event will feature several mullet-themed activities including an Achy Breaky Heart Dance-Off, inspired by singer Billy Ray Cyrus' early 1990s hairdo, and mullet trivia. Supercuts will be on site prior the game to give fans a mullet haircut in exchange for a free general admission ticket.

The annual "Strike Out Breast Cancer" event, presented by Health Net Insurance, returns to PGE Park on Sunday as the Beavers begin a four-game series against Round Rock. Among the several activities on Sunday, the Beavers will wear one-of-a-kind, pink-ribbon jerseys that will be auctioned off through a silent auction before and during the game to raise funds for Susan G. Komen for the Cure. The winning bidder will be presented the player's autographed, game-worn jersey after the game. The first 1,903 fans receive pink T-shirts, courtesy of Health Net Insurance.

Tickets for the homestand against the Isotopes, the Triple-A affiliate of the Florida Marlins, and the Express, the Triple-A club of the Houston Astros, are available at the PGE Park box office, area Ticketmaster outlets, online at www.ticketmaster.com or by phone at (503) 224-4400. Convenient and affordable group packages are available by calling (503) 553-5555.

SPECIAL EVENT HIGHLIGHTS (Homestand 10):

Wednesday, July 30

Beavers vs. Albuquerque - 7:05 p.m.

The Beavers kick off an eight-game homestand as they play host to Albuquerque in the first of a four-game series at PGE Park.

Thursday, July 31

Mullet Night / Miller Lite Thursday - Beavers vs. Albuquerque - 7:05 p.m.

The Beavers pay tribute to a classic hairdo with Mullet Night on a Miller Lite Thursday as they take on the Isotopes. The night's activities include mullet trivia, prizes for the best-looking mullet and a dance off, Achy Breaky style. Prior to the game, Supercuts will be on site offering mullet haircuts to fans for a free general admission ticket to the game.

Friday, August 1

Latino Night - Beavers vs. Albuquerque - 7:05 p.m.

Portland continues its series against Albuquerque on Latino Night presented by Comcast on a Comcast Family Feast Friday presented by Zenner's and 1190 KEX. Throughout the night, a variety of discounted concession items will be available, including $1 hot dogs, Dasani water and desserts.

Saturday, August 2

Jerry Mathers Appearance/"Leave it to Beaver" Night - Beavers vs. Albuquerque - 7:05 p.m.

The Beaver himself, actor Jerry Mathers, makes a special appearance at PGE Park for "Leave it to Beaver" Night presented by Comcast. Mathers, who starred as Theodore "Beaver" Cleaver in the long-running television series "Leave it to Beaver," will be on hand to sign autographs, throw out the first pitch and participate in a variety of in-game activities. The first 1,903 fans receive a Jerry Mathers bobblehead on a Fred Meyer Super Giveaway Saturday.

Sunday, August 3

Strike Out Breast Cancer - Beavers vs. Round Rock - 2:05 p.m.

The Beavers continue to aid in the fight against breast cancer with the club's annual "Strike Out Breast Cancer" event presented by Health Net Insurance as they begin a four-game set against Round Rock. The Beavers will wear limited-edition, pink-ribbon jerseys that will be auctioned off during a silent auction held at PGE Park. Fans with the winning bid will be presented their autographed, game-worn jersey following the game, with all proceeds benefiting Susan G. Komen for the Cure. The first 1,903 fans receive a pink T-shirt courtesy of Health Net Insurance. Nestlé Drumstick Family Days tour will be on site with activities and prizes for kids. Prior to the first pitch, kids have the opportunity to get player autographs on the Fred Meyer Family Deck, and after the game, kids are invited to run the bases at PGE Park, presented by Family Fun Center & Bullwinkle's Restaurant, on an American Family Insurance Kids Sunday.

Monday, August 4

Beavers vs. Round Rock - 7:05 p.m.

Portland continues its series against the Express at PGE Park.

Tuesday, August 5

Beavers vs. Round Rock - 7:05 p.m.

The Beavers and Express square off for the third game of a four-game series at PGE Park.

Wednesday, August 6

Beavers vs. Round Rock - 1:05 p.m.

In a special day game, the Beavers wrap up their series against Round Rock and an eight-game homestand. The first 1,000 fans receive a limited-edition Triple-A Baseball comic book courtesy of Marvel Comics.

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