Drillers Return Home for Playoff Push
August 17, 2015 - Texas League (TL1)
Tulsa Drillers News Release
Ronald Torreyes of the Tulsa Drillers
(Tulsa Drillers, Credit: Rich Crimi)
Following a week on the road in Texas, the Drillers return to ONEOK Field for the second to last homestand of the 2015 season. After playing at Frisco and Midland during this past road trip, the Drillers will now play host to the RoughRiders and RockHounds in two 3-game series. All six games are scheduled to begin at 7:05PM.
Beyond the baseball games, fans should make plans to come out to the ballpark as there will be a Bark in the Park Night on Wednesday, August 19, a Sammy Sosa jersey giveaway on Thursday, August 20, Friday Night Fireworks on August 21, followed by a Star Wars themed Night and a Superhero/Princess Night on Saturday and Sunday, August 22 & 23 respectively.
The complete list of promotions is below.
Individual tickets for all the games, and for any of the remaining games this season, are currently available for purchase online at TulsaDrillers.com, in person at the ONEOK Field Ticket Office (201 N. Elgin Avenue) or over the phone at (918) 744-5901.
WE'RE TALKING ABOUT PLAYOFFS: After having a rough first half, the Drillers will begin this week's homestand tied with the Arkansas Travelers for second place as they trail the Springfield Cardinals by just a single game for the top spot in the North Division.
WELCOME BACK: Ronald Torreyes and Brandon Dixon being back in Drillers jerseys certainly appears to be a nice boost for the team's final playoff push. Torreyes returned to the Drillers after spending 4 games playing for the OKC Dodgers where he batted .353. With Tulsa, Torreyes has hit a solid .292 to go with a stellar .345 average when leading off the inning. Dixon started the year with Tulsa before being sent down to Single-A Rancho Cucamonga back in June despite being the Drillers' RBI leader at the time. He earned his way back to the Drillers by hitting .299 with 11 homers in just 45 games with the Single-A affiliate.
AGAINST THE OPPOSITION: Against the Frisco RoughRiders and Midland RockHounds this season the Drillers have had mixed results. Facing Frisco, Tulsa has gone 5-4 while its pitching staff has been dominant with a 1.85 ERA against the Riders. Facing Midland has been a different story thus far as the Drillers have gone just 1-8 against the RockHounds.
2015 SEASON COMING TO A CLOSE: As the month of August begins to wind down, so the 2015 Drillers games are also coming to a gradual end. After this week's slate is completed, the Drillers will have just 1 more homestand this year with 7 home games to go along with 7 games on the road barring a playoff run.
TULSA DRILLERS SCHEDULE & PROMOTIONS (AUGUST 18-23)
Tuesday, August 18 . . . Frisco RoughRiders (7:05 PM) - Gates Open at 6:00 PM
2 NEWS WORKS FOR YOU $2 TUESDAY
The homestand will begin with another $2 Tuesday brought to you by 2 News Works For You, the City of Tulsa: Focus on the Four program and 106.1 The Twister! Fans can purchase General Admission Lawn tickets for only $2 each, while all other tickets are discounted $3 off normal prices. In addition, hot dogs, Mazzio's Pizza slices, 21 oz. Pepsi fountain drinks, jumbo soft pretzels and boxes of popcorn will all be on sale for only $2 each. Finally, from 6:00PM-8:00PM, it's $2 Shock Top Happy Hour! Shock Top bottles will be on sale for only $2 each at the beer carts located next to Siegi's Sausage Shack behind home plate and the BBQ Cart on the third base concourse.
Wednesday, August 19. . . Frisco RoughRiders (7:05 PM) - Gates Open at 6:00 PM
CITY VET HOSPITAL BARK IN THE PARK
Tonight will feature the popular Bark in the Park night where fans are welcomed to bring their canine best friend to the ballpark. Your dog will not need to have a ticket, but will need to enter through the Arvest or Oil Derrick gates along with having documentation of updated vaccinations. The City Vet Hospital Bark in the Park is presented by Tulsa SPCA, City of Tulsa: Save our Streams and 94.1 The Breeze.
Thursday, August 20. . . Frisco RoughRiders (7:05 PM) - Gates Open at 6:00 PM
THIRSTY THURSDAY
Tonight will feature the latest edition of Thirsty Thursday. Twelve ounce servings of Bud & Bud Light draught beers and 16 ounce servings of Pepsi products will all be on sale for only $1 each.
SAMMY SOSA DRILLERS JERSEY GIVEAWAY
There have been a number of legendary players that have donned a Drillers uniform over the years. One of those was the great Sammy Sosa back in 1989. Sosa finished his MLB career eighth on the all-time home run list with 609 total homers. The first 1,000 fans through the Arvest and Oil Derrick gate entrances starting at 6PM will receive a retro, Drillers Sosa jersey. Make plans to come early! The giveaway is sponsored by Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, FOX23 and 106.9 KHITS.
Friday, August 21 . . . Midland RockHounds (7:05 PM) - Gates Open at 6:00 PM
NEWS ON 6 FRIDAY NIGHT FIREWORKS
Following the game will be another beautiful Friday Night Fireworks display! Enjoy the start to your weekend as you take in some Friday night baseball followed by one of the best fireworks displays in Oklahoma over the skies of ONEOK Field! The night is presented by News On 6 and 98.5 KVOO.
MASCOT MANIA APPEARANCE
Hornsby has invited all of his friends to join him for the game tonight! Come out and have some fun with your favorite Driller mascot along with mascots from the Texas Rangers and Tampa Bay Rays among others!
Saturday, August 22. . . Midland RockHounds (7:05 PM) - Gates Open at 6:00 PM
TULSA'S CHANNEL 8 GRAND SLAM SATURDAY / FIREWORKS
Come relax at the ballpark Saturday with the final Saturday night fireworks show of the year. What better way to enjoy a night at ONEOK Field? The night and giveaway are sponsored by Imperial Fireworks 50th Anniversary and Tulsa's Channel 8.
STAR WARS NIGHT
The Force will be strong at ONEOK Field tonight as fans of all ages are invited to join the Drillers by wearing their favorite Star Wars character's outfit. On the field, the Drillers will be wearing special Star Wars themed jerseys which will be available for purchase through SilentAuctionPro.com beginning on Monday, August 17 through 8:30pm Saturday night. These are the first baseball jerseys to ever be made featuring multiple Star Wars characters on each jersey. All proceeds will go to support the Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma.
Sunday, August 23. . . Midland RockHounds (7:05 PM) - Gates Open at 6:00 PM
2 NEWS WORKS FOR YOU KIDS EAT FREE SOUVENIR SUNDAY
The homestand will conclude with the 2 News Works for You Kids Eat Free Souvenir Sunday. All kids, 12 and under, will receive a Kids Eat Free Coupon that is redeemable for a free hot dog, drink and fruit. It is all courtesy of the Green Country Chevy Dealers, 2 News Works for You and K95.5 FM.
SUPERHERO AND PRINCESS NIGHT & GIVEAWAY
The first 500 kids aged 12 and under, will receive either a Hornsby superhero or princess themed poster at the Arvest and Oil Derrick entrances once gates open at 6:00PM. Batman, Spiderman, Cinderella, Elsa and Tiana will also be in attendance at the ballpark. After the game, kids can once again circle the bases of ONEOK Field courtesy of Elote Café & Catering! The line begins in the first row between sections 103 and 104.
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 Ronald Torreyes of the Tulsa Drillers (Rich Crimi) |
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