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Biloxi Shuckers Homestand Highlights August 1-5

August 1, 2019 - Southern League (SL1)
Biloxi Shuckers News Release


BILOXI, MS - The Biloxi Shuckers continue a ten-game homestand and welcome in the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp for a five-game series from Thursday, August 1 to Monday, August 5. The weekend showdown is filled with unique fan experiences including Egg Bowl Night, Mardi Gras night and another Faith and Family Night! The Shuckers and Jumbo Shrimp also play the last series of the 2019 Seafood Buffet Rivalry series with coastal bragging rights on the line!

Double Play Thursday presented by Polk's Meat Products, Yuengling, Coca-Cola and Kicker 108 - Thursday, August 1 @ 6:35 pm

The calendar turns to August and the Seafood Buffet Rivalry series continues with great food and drink discounts on Double Play Thursday! Party of Two kicks Thursday night off with a pregame concert as the gates open at 5:30 pm. The Shuckers will also extend a big thank you to all of our 2019 partners on Partner Appreciation Night!

Roll a pair with $2 hot dogs, $2 Yuengling, $2 sodas and $3 draft beer specials presented by Polk's Meat Products, Yuengling, Coca-Cola and Kicker 108. Fans can also purchase 'The Double Play' which includes a Reserved Level ticket and two drink vouchers for $12. Fans will also receive samples of BC® Powder and coupons to Murky Waters BBQ as they leave the stadium.

Fireworks Friday and Egg Bowl Night - Friday, August 2 @ 6:35 pm

The best rivalry in Mississippi arrives at MGM Park on Egg Bowl night as the Shuckers celebrate Ole Miss and Mississippi State! Break out the maroon and white or the cardinal red and blue to celebrate your favorite school with the Shuckers. Former Mississippi State and Ole Miss football players will be in attendance to throw out the ceremonial first pitch. Be a part of a free in-game raffle and win tickets to the Egg Bowl or an autographed baseball from Ethan Small, the 2019 SEC Pitcher of the Year with Mississippi State and the Milwaukee Brewers' first-round pick in 2019.

Make sure to stick around after the game for the best fireworks show on the Gulf Coast! Gates open at 5:30 pm for a 6:35 pm first pitch.

Shuck Yeah Saturday and Mardi Gras Night - Saturday, August 3 @ 6:35 pm

It's time to celebrate everyone's favorite time of year on Mardi Gras Night at MGM Park! Get your Krewe to the game early for a pregame Mardi Gras parade on the concourse. The first 1,000 fans in attendance will receive a Mardi Gras themed Shuckers hat presented by Mississippi Forestry Commission.

The Shuckers players will wear special Mardi Gras themed jerseys designed by local artist Matt Stebly that will be auctioned during the game. Proceeds from the auction will benefit the Mississippi Community Education Center. Fans can bid on the jerseys in a silent auction format from the time gates open until the fifth inning, and the bidding will turn into a live auction in the sixth. Once the game has concluded, winning bidders will go down to the field and collect the game worn jersey, with an opportunity to meet the Shuckers player who wore it. Gates open at 5:30 pm for a 6:35 pm first pitch.

Faith and Family Night and Salute Sunday presented by Keesler Federal Credit Union - Sunday, August 4 @ 2:35 pm

On Salute Sunday, $8 Reserved Level tickets and $10 Dugout Box tickets are available for active and retired military personnel. Shuckers players will wear military jerseys and there will be a special Color Guard on hand pregame. Select players will also be available for pregame autographs from 1:45 pm to 2:15 pm presented by Allegiant Air. Bring your ball and glove to stick around for postgame catch on the field.

The Shuckers will also celebrate faith and family with pregame testimonials and special offers for churches. The Crosspoint Church Worship Band will join the festivities with a pregame concert in front of the Shuckers Shop.

Family Four Packs are available which include four Reserved Level tickets, four chips, four hot dogs and four drinks for just $60. Gates open at 1:30 pm for a 2:35 pm first pitch.

Barks and Brews Monday presented by Raising Cane's and F.E.B. Distributing - Monday, August 5 @ 6:35 pm

Make your Monday a little easier with a great beer special and dogs at the ballpark on Barks & Brews Monday. Receive $3 craft beer refills with the purchase of a Shuckers Monday Mug (20 oz.), which includes your first beer, for just $10 at the Buena Vista

Beer Garden. Taps include Lazy Magnolia, Biloxi Brewing, Parish Brewing and more.

Dogs are not just welcome, they're encouraged on Mondays. Purchase a $7 berm ticket to take in the game with your pup. Arrive early to participate in our pregame dog parade on the warning track. Fans will also receive a coupon to the Harrah's buffet as they leave the ballpark. Gates open at 5:30 pm for a 6:35 pm first pitch.

Flex Plans and Group Outings for the 2019 Biloxi Shuckers season are on sale and are available for purchase by calling 228-233-3465, online at biloxishuckers.com or by visiting the MGM Park front office. With the 2020 Southern League schedule announced, Shuck Nation Memberships for the 2020 season are also available by visiting the Biloxi Shuckers front office. The Biloxi Shuckers will host Game 1 and Game 2 of the South Division Championship Series on September 4 & 5 at MGM Park. Tickets for all six potential playoff games at MGM Park are on sale now.

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