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Bobblehead Giveaway Highlights Shuckers Five-Game Series with Jacksonville

Published on August 2, 2018 under Southern League (SL1)
Biloxi Shuckers News Release


BILOXI, MS - After spending 15 of the last 21 days on the road, the Biloxi Shuckers return to MGM Park for a five-game homestand from August 2-6 against the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp. The Shuckers lone bobblehead giveaway of the year, fireworks and plenty of daily specials are just part of the first weekend of August at MGM Park.

Thursday, August 2 at 6:35 PM: Double Play Thursday presented by Polk's Meat Products, Yuengling, Coca-Cola & Kicker 108

Biloxi kicks off their five-game series against the Jumbo Shrimp with the best deals of the week on Double Play Thursday. Enjoy $2 hot dogs, $2 Yuengling drafts, $2 fountain drinks and $3 weekly draft beer specials. Fans can also purchase the 'Double Play,' which includes a Reserved Level game ticket paired with two drink vouchers for just $10. The Biloxi Shuckers have teamed up with Ed Randall's Fans for the Cure to 'Blue Out the Ballpark' to raise prostate cancer awareness. To learn more or to donate, visit fans4thecure.org. It's also City of D'Iberville Night at the ballpark, celebrating the beautiful city of D'Iberville and its local businesses. Gates open at 5:30 pm for a 6:35 pm first pitch.

Still a relatively new piece to the Shuckers rotation, RHP Marcos Diplan takes the mound for Biloxi in the series opener. The 21-year-old righty has been electric at MGM Park, compiling a 1-0 record with a 1.50 ERA. Over three appearances, Diplan has hurled 18 innings and allowed just three earned runs while striking out 23.

Friday, August 3 at 6:35 PM: Fireworks Friday & Roku Ultra Drawing presented by Cable ONE

It's another Biloxi Shuckers Fireworks Friday! Cheer on the Shuckers in their second contest against Jacksonville and stick around after the game for the best fireworks show on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Plus, the Shuckers have partnered with Cable ONE to bring fans an exciting in-game giveaway. During the game, fans may register to win a Roku Ultra courtesy of Cable ONE. One winner will be chosen per inning, meaning nine lucky fans will leave MGM Park with a new Roku Ultra in hand. Gates open at 5:30 pm for a 6:35 pm first pitch.

In his first start since being named the Southern League Pitcher of the Week, RHP Trey Supak toes the rubber for the Shuckers. Supak took home his first Player of the Week award after hurling eight innings in Jackson on July 23, allowing just one unearned run. He followed up that performance with a five-inning outing against the Blue Wahoos on July 28, striking out seven batters while allowing just two earned runs in a Shuckers victory. Supak also collected his first career hits, going 2-for-3 at the plate.

Saturday, August 4 at 6:35 PM: Brandon Woodruff Bobblehead Giveaway presented by ACE Data Storage

Come out and cheer on the Biloxi Shuckers as they take on the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp on Super Saturday, August 4! Former Biloxi Shuckers pitcher Brandon Woodruff made his Milwaukee Brewers debut on August 4, 2017, and in celebration of his one-year MLB anniversary, we are giving away a Shuckers Brandon Woodruff Bobblehead to the first 1,000 fans through the gates of MGM Park. Woodruff spent a majority of his 2016 season in Biloxi and was named the Brewers' 2016 Minor League Pitcher of the Year. Also a graduate of Mississippi State, it's only fitting that the Shuckers will be giving away his bobblehead on Mississippi State Night! Plus, enjoy yard games set up on the lawn outside the north gate of MGM Park every Saturday. Gates open at 5:30 pm for a 6:35 pm first pitch.

Home field advantage for the Shuckers is real and they need the fans support to keep it rolling. During the month of July, the Shuckers went 10-1 at MGM Park, and for the season they are 33-16 in Biloxi, the best home winning percentage in the league.

Sunday, August 5 at 4:05 PM: Military Salute Sunday presented by Keesler Federal Credit Union & Bush's Beans Canned Food Drive

The Shuckers are teaming up against hunger with Bush's Beans, the official beans of Minor League Baseball. Fans are encouraged to bring canned food to donate at the gates, or bring five canned food items and receive a special Shuckers Shop coupon (one per person) as thanks for supporting your home team and hometown. All canned food items will be donated to Biloxi Gulf Coast Knights of Columbus Food Pantries.

On another Military Salute Sunday, $8 Reserved Level tickets and $10 Dugout Box Level tickets are provided to all military personnel and veterans with a valid ID. Additionally, Shuckers players will dress out in special military-themed jerseys as tribute to our servicemen and women. Family 4-packs are available every Sunday and feature four Reserved Level tickets and four Schooner's Special vouchers, which are redeemable for a hot dog, chips and a drink, all for just $60. Additional tickets can also be added to the family four packs. Select Shuckers players will be on the concourse signing autographs before the game, and don't forget to bring your glove for postgame catch on the field! Gates open at 3:00 pm for a 4:05 pm first pitch.

At the plate, the Shuckers have continued to mash home runs, launching 43 home runs during the month of July, the most in the Southern League. In 29 games during July, Biloxi was held without a home run on just 5 occasions. Expect the power trend to continue against a Jacksonville staff that has allowed 113 home runs, the most in the Southern League.

Monday, August 6 at 6:35 PM: Doggone Monday presented by Raising Cane's

Bring your pooch to the ballpark with you for Doggone Monday presented by Raising Cane's locations of South Mississippi. Purchase a $7 Berm ticket for you and your furry friend to cheer on the Biloxi Shuckers as they wrap up their home series against the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp. Gates open at 5:30 pm, and arrive early to participate with your pooch in our pregame pup parade on the field. Also, be sure to check out our Schooner's Special at the concessions stands, which is valid for a hot dog, chips and drink for only $5. First pitch is 6:35pm.

Outfielder Corey Ray went on a tear in the month of July, earning him the Southern League Player of the Month. Over the course of 29 games, Ray had 20 extra-base hits, including 11 home runs. Not only did those numbers lead the Southern League, they were the most in all of Minor League Baseball in the month of July.

Single game tickets for the Biloxi Shuckers 2018 season can be purchased at the MGM Park box office or over the phone through Ticketmaster at (800) 745-3000. Playoff tickets, flex plans and group outings are also available and can be reserved by calling 228-233-3465 or visiting www.biloxishuckers.com.

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