Bluefish Announce 2012 Promotional Schedule

Published on April 18, 2012 under Atlantic League (AtL)
Bridgeport Bluefish News Release


(Bridgeport, Conn. - April 18, 2012) - The Bridgeport Bluefish today announced the club's promotional schedule for 2012. The 'Fish will celebrate their 15th Anniversary season as the fun-filled entertainment begins on Thursday, April 26 courtesy of Printech and continues throughout the year. The first 1,000 fans through the gate will receive a Bluefish Magnet Schedule, while everyone in attendance will be able to witness a 15th Anniversary celebration when the Top 15 Bluefish players of all-time are announced. Fans will also have the opportunity to win special autographed memorabilia from these select players throughout the game. Come out to enjoy the first pitch of Bridgeport Bluefish Baseball for the 2012 campaign and meet Fairfield County's favorite mascot, B.B. the Bluefish all in one night.

The promotional schedule is highlighted by five fireworks extravaganzas and a special promotion for certain nights of the week. Each Tuesday during the 2012 baseball season, kids will eat free at The Ballpark at Harbor Yard, courtesy of Big Y World Class Market. Every child (12 and under) will receive a voucher upon entering the stadium that can be redeemed for one hot dog, a bag of chips and one 12 oz. fountain soda or chocolate milk. On select Wednesday nights during the year, the 'Fish will host Bark in the Park nights, presented by Canine Company, when fans will be able to bring their dogs to the ballpark. Join the Bluefish every Thursday night for "Thirsty Thursday's" presented by Budweiser, while the work week closes with "Freebie Fridays." On every Friday night and select Saturdays throughout the season, featured giveaway items include 15th Anniversary Pins, Baseballs, and Water Bottles. Sunday's at The Ballpark at Harbor Yard will be All In Family Fun Days. Be sure to get to the ballpark early every Sunday as some of your favorite Bluefish players will be on the field for autographs before the game. As if that wasn't enough, stick around for the post-game kids run the bases, presented by CHET.

The Bluefish will also host exciting theme nights, including Avenger's and Batman Nights presented by Alternative Universe, Christmas In July courtesy of The Salvation Army, Hawaiian Night by Eveready Transportation, a post-Mother's Day celebration presented by Hansen's Flowers, an Antique Car Show sponsored by Lemay Motors Auto Repair, a Sock Drive courtesy of Solider Socks, and a Bikes for Kids Event. The complete 2012 promotional schedule is listed below.

Also, revamped for 2012 will be Twitter Tuesday and Facebook Friday. Make sure you follow the Bluefish on Twitter and like us on Facebook, because during every Tuesday and Friday home game the team will send out a code that allows any follower to receive a HALF-PRICE ticket offer and a merchandise discount in the Gear Shop.

For more information on how your company can sponsor one or multiple promotional events, call 203-345-4800 today.

The Bridgeport Bluefish Professional Baseball Club, a charter team in the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball, plays its home games at The Ballpark at Harbor Yard, located off Exit 27 of I-95 on the corner of Broad Street and South Frontage Road in Bridgeport. 2012 season tickets, mini-plans, group outings and single-game tickets are available by calling 203-345-4800. Visit the Bluefish online at www.bridgeportbluefish.com.

2012 Promotional Schedule

April 26 15th Anniversary Celebration

Bluefish Magnet Schedule Giveaway presented by Printech

Thirsty Thursday presented by Budweiser

April 27 Avenger's Night presented by Alternative Universe

April 28 Sock Drive presented by Soldier Socks

Bluefish Magnet Schedule Giveaway presented by Printech

April 29 All In Family Fun Day (autograph session and kids run the bases)

May 1 Kids Eat Free Tuesday presented by Big Y World Class Market

May 2 Bark in the Park Night presented by Canine Company

May 3 Thirsty Thursday presented by Budweiser

May 20 All In Family Fun Day (autograph session and CHET kids run the bases)

May 22 Kids Eat Free Tuesday presented by Big Y World Class Market

May 29 Kids Eat Free Tuesday presented by Big Y World Class Market

May 30 Bark in the Park Night presented by Canine Company

May 31 Thirsty Thursday presented by Budweiser

June 8 Bluefish 15th Anniversary Pin Giveaway presented by Chaves Bakery

June 9 Bluefish Water Bottle Giveaway presented by Moore Physical Therapy & Fitness

June 10 All In Family Fun Day (autograph session and CHET kids run the bases)

June 12 Kids Eat Free Tuesday presented by Big Y World Class Market

June 14 Thirsty Thursday presented by Budweiser

June 15 Bluefish 15th Anniversary Magnet Giveaway presented by magnetStreet

June 16 Fireworks Extravaganza presented by Citibank

June 17 All In Family Fun Day (autograph session and kids run the bases)

June 22 Batman Night presented by Alternative Universe

June 24 All In Family Fun Day (autograph session and CHET kids run the bases)

June 26 Kids Eat Free Tuesday presented by Big Y World Class Market

June 27 Bark in the Park Night presented by Canine Company

July 3 Fireworks Extravaganza presented by Fairfield County Bank

July 14 Christmas In July presented by The Salvation Army

July 15 All In Family Fun Day (autograph session and CHET kids run the bases)

July 26 Thirsty Thursday presented by Budweiser

July 28 Fireworks Extravaganza presented by Sabrett

July 29 All In Family Fun Day (autograph session and kids run the bases)

August 10 Bluefish Logo Baseball giveaway presented by YP.com

August 12 All In Family Fun Day (autograph session and CHET kids run the bases)

August 16 Thirsty Thursday presented by Budweiser

August 17 Hawaiian Night presented by Eveready Transportation

B.B. Luau Car Freshener Giveaway

August 18 Fireworks Extravaganza presented by Sikorsky

August 19 All In Family Fun Day (autograph session and kids run the bases)

August 21 Kids Eat Free Tuesday presented by Big Y World Class Market

August 22 Bark in the Park Night presented by Canine Company

August 23 Thirsty Thursday presented by Budweiser

September 1 Fireworks Extravaganza presented by Sysco

September 2 All In Family Fun Day (autograph session and CHET kids run the bases)

September 11 Kids Eat Free Tuesday presented by Big Y World Class Market

September 12 Bark in the Park Night presented by Canine Company

September 13 Thirsty Thursday presented by Budweiser

September 14 Fan Appreciation Weekend

September 15 Race Pass Giveaway presented by Grand Prix, New York

Fan Appreciation Weekend

September 16 All In Family Fun Day (autograph session and kids run the bases)

September 18 Kids Eat Free Tuesday presented by Big Y World Class Market

September 20 Thirsty Thursday presented by Budweiser



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