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TL1 Northwest Arkansas Naturals

Cardinals Series Highlights: August 2 - August 5

August 2, 2018 - Texas League (TL1)
Northwest Arkansas Naturals News Release


SPRINGDALE, Ark - The Northwest Arkansas Naturals will return to Arvest Ballpark tonight - Thursday, August 2 - to begin a stretch of 10 games in 11 days against a Texas League North Division rival then a couple of members of the Texas League South. The Naturals will start it off by hosting the Springfield Cardinals (Double-A St. Louis Cardinals) for a 4-game series before enjoying a league-wide OFF day on Monday, August 6. Northwest Arkansas will then face the Midland RockHounds (Double-A Oakland A's) for three-games before finishing up the 10-game stretch with a three-game series against the Frisco RoughRiders (Double-A Texas Rangers). Here is a look at the series against the Springfield Cardinals from August 2 through August 5.

Thursday, August 2 - Naturals vs. Springfield Cardinals, 7:05 P.M. (Gates open at 6 P.M.)

- THIRSTY THURSDAY - Thirsty Thursday features $1 Farm Rich Mozzarella Sticks & 12 oz. Coca-Cola Fountain Drinks as well as $2 Bags of Peanuts & 16oz. Pabst Blue Ribbon Drafts for only $2 at specific locations on the concourse.

- FELLOWSHIP NIGHT AT ARVEST BALLPARK - Two (2) Naturals players will speak about their faith and how it impacts their lives on and off the field from 5:45 p.m. until 6 p.m. Gates will open at 5:30 p.m. for Fellowship Night.

- MEDIA PARTNERS are 93.3 The Eagle and Hot Mix 101.9

Friday, August 3 - Naturals vs. Springfield Cardinals, 7:05 P.M. (Gates open at 6 P.M.)

- FIREWORKS FRIDAY FEATURING PINK IN THE PARK NIGHT GAMEWORN JERSEY AUCTION BY FARM RICH

- FIREWORKS FRIDAY - A spectacular fireworks show follows every Friday home game. Fireworks Friday featuring Pink in the Park Night Gameworn Jersey Auction on Friday, August 3 is presented by Farm Rich.

- PINK IN THE PARK NIGHT - The Naturals will wear special pink jerseys against the Springfield Cardinals on Friday night that will be auctioned off during the game with all of the proceeds going to the Susan G. Komen Foundation.

- PINK IN THE PARK GAMEWORN JERSEY AUCTION - Fans will have the opportunity to bid on the jersey of their favorite player or coach during the game through a silent auction held behind Section 109. The auction will end in the middle of the 6th inning and fans with winning bids will receive their jerseys from the designated player and/or coach on the field in front of the Naturals' dugout immediately following the conclusion of the game.

- POWER BALLADS MUSIC THEME - Fans will enjoy some of their favorite power ballads throughout the night

- POWER BLAST BASEBALL - Come play Power Blast Baseball! Hit singles, doubles, triples, and home runs in Cox's Virtual Reality Experience! It will be live at Arvest Ballpark during the Naturals games on Friday, August 3 and Saturday, August 4 out by the Kansas City Royals Kids Zone.

- MEDIA PARTNERS are Arkansas CW and KIX 104

Saturday, August 4 - Naturals vs. Springfield Cardinals, 6:05 P.M. (Gates open at 4:35 P.M.)

- SALVY SPLASH BOBBLEHEAD PRESENTED BY COX COMMUNICATIONS

- SALVADOR PEREZ 'SALVY SPLASH' BOBBLEHEAD GIVEAWAY - The first 2,000 fans in attendance on Saturday night will receive a Salvy Splash Bobblehead courtesy of Cox Communications. Salvador Perez, a former Natural in 2011 and World Champion for the Kansas City Royals in 2015, is known for his signature celebrations following big wins. Fans will enjoy this commemorative piece that honors the six-time Major League All-Star for the Kansas City Royals.

- SATURDAY HAPPY HOUR - Fans can enjoy a Saturday Happy Hour at Arvest Ballpark in advance of EVERY Saturday home game from 4:35pm-5:35pm in the Bullpen Craft Beer Bar located down the 1st base line. Fans attending can enjoy 1/2 price deals on over 100 different alcoholic beverage options in advance of the Naturals 6:05 p.m. game.

- POWER BLAST BASEBALL - Come play Power Blast Baseball! Hit singles, doubles, triples, and home runs in Cox's Virtual Reality Experience! It will be live at Arvest Ballpark on Saturday, August 4 during the Naturals game.

- NATURALS TEAM STORE SPECIAL - Fans at Arvest Ballpark will enjoy a TAX FREE weekend in the Naturals Team Store for all in-store purchases on Saturday, August 4 and Sunday, August 5.

- MEDIA PARTNERS are Power 105.7 and 98.3 K-Keg

Sunday, August 5 - Naturals vs. Springfield Cardinals, 2:05 P.M. (Gates open at 1 P.M.)

- STRIKE COLORING MAGNET GIVEAWAY BY MERCY KIDS ON KIDS EAT FREE FAMILY SUNDAY

- STRIKE COLORING MAGNET GIVEAWAY - The first 500 kids in attendance on Sunday will receive a Strike Coloring Magnet courtesy of Mercy Kids that features the popular Naturals' mascot along with a small pack of crayons.

- KIDS EAT FREE - ALL kids 12 and under will receive a voucher for a Hot Dog, Animal Crackers, Swedish Fish, and 12 oz. Soda as they arrive courtesy of Tyson Foods, Inc., Ball Park Buns, Mondelez International, and Coca-Cola.

- FAMILY SUNDAY features activities for the family highlighted by MERCY KIDS RUN THE BASES.

- MERCY KIDS RUN THE BASES - Kids will be invited to partake in the Sunday tradition at Arvest Ballpark of running the bases following the conclusion of the game.

- NATURALS TEAM STORE SPECIAL - Fans at Arvest Ballpark will receive 25% OFF on ALL Kid's Merchandise as well as enjoy the final day of our TAX FREE weekend for all in-store purchases made at the Naturals Team Store.

- MEDIA PARTNERS are KNWA, Fox 24 and Magic 107.9

Follow the Northwest Arkansas Naturals on Facebook and Twitter @NWANaturals all throughout the year by using the hashtag #NaturalPastime and #CrowntoCrown for all of our up-to-date information on the 2018 season of Naturals baseball.

The Northwest Arkansas Naturals are the Double-A Texas League Affiliate of the Kansas City Royals. The Naturals play at state-of-the-art Arvest Ballpark in Springdale, Ark. For more information, including statistics, ticket options, and more, please visit NWANaturals.com, and follow us on Twitter @NWANaturals and Facebook.com/Naturals.

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