Express to Open Eight-Game Homestand with Colorado Springs and Reno
May 15, 2013 - Pacific Coast League (PCL1)
Round Rock Express News Release
ROUND ROCK, Texas - After an eight-game, nine-day road trip, the Round Rock Express returns to the friendly confines of Dell Diamond to open an eight-game homestand against the Colorado Springs Sky Sox (Colorado Rockies) and Reno Aces (Diamondbacks) on Thursday, May 16.
The E-Train and Sky Sox will kick things off Thursday, May 16 with a 7:05 p.m. first pitch in the series opener. The series will last through Sunday with the first of four post-game concerts following Saturday's 6:05 p.m. matchup. Bob Schneider will take the stage in centerfield as the 2013 St. David's Summer Concert Series, presented by Dell opens with its first performance. The series will conclude on Sunday with a 1:05 p.m. first pitch on H-E-B Kid's Day featuring interactive inflatable games, kiddie train rides, a post-game run of the bases and much more. Colorado Springs will bring in some star power with its roster including No. 14 prospect (MLB.com) second baseman Charlie Culberson and No. 16 prospect OF Corey Dickerson. The Sky Sox will also feature 1B/C Matt McBride who finished third in the PCL with a .344 average in 2012 and played 31 games with the Rockies a season ago.
Following the four-game series with the Sky Sox, Round Rock will open another four-game set with the Reno Aces on Monday, May 20 at 7:05 p.m. The Aces will make their first trip to Dell Diamond since May 23-26, 2011. The last time the two teams squared off in Texas, they split the four-game series with the Express earning two one-run victories. The series will conclude on the Original Thirsty Thursday, May 23 when Dell Diamond features $1.00 sodas and discounted draft beers, presented by Firetol Protection Systems. Reno brings six of the Diamondbacks' top 20 prospects with it, including the top prospect (MLB.com) in Arizona's farm system, LHP Tyler Skaggs. The visitor's dugout will also feature the No. 4 (3B Matt Davidson), No. 6 (SS Chris Owings), No. 9 (RHP Zeke Spruill), No. 14 (RHP Evan Marshall) and No. 19 (RHP Chase Anderson) organizational prospects.
Thursday, May 16 | 7:05 p.m. | vs. Colorado Springs Sky Sox (Colorado Rockies)
media partners: KLBJ AM (Emmis Austin Radio) | Univision
- The Original Thirsty Thursday - presented by Firetrol Protection Systems
o Enjoy discounted draft beer and $1 sodas!
- Budwesier Clydesdales - the Budweiser Clydesdales are making a special appearance at Dell Diamond!
Chasco Community Partner: MDA Austin
Friday, May 17 | 7:05 p.m. | vs. Colorado Springs Sky Sox (Colorado Rockies)
media partners: KASE 101 (Clear Channel Radio) | KEYE-TV
- Budweiser Friday Fireworks - presented by Budweiser
o Stick around after the game for an exciting post-game fireworks show!
- Budwesier Clydesdales - the Budweiser Clydesdales are making a special appearance at Dell Diamond!
- Brew at the Rock
o Fans 21 and older (with proper ID) can enjoy samples of a wide variety of beers in the United Heritage Center Round Rock room.
Chasco Community Partner: Epilepsy Foundation CST
Saturday, May 18 | 6:05 p.m. | vs. Colorado Springs Sky Sox (Colorado Rockies)
media partners: 104.9 The Horn (ESPN Austin) | KXAN
- Bob Schneider post-game concert - St. David's Summer Concert Series, presented by Dell
o Stick around after the game for the first of four centerfield concerts throughout the 2013 season!
Chasco Community Partner: Rotary Club of Round Rock
Sunday, May 19 | 1:05 p.m. | vs. Colorado Springs Sky Sox (Colorado Rockies)
media partner: Spirit 105.9 FM (Crista Communications) | KVUE
- H-E-B Kids Day
o Enjoy inflatable interactive games and kiddie train rides before the game. Afterwards, all kids 12 and under are invited on the field to run the bases!
Chasco Community Partner: Youth in Motion Foundation
Monday, May 20 | 7:05 p.m. | vs. Reno Aces (Arizona Diamondbacks)
media partners: 104.9 The Horn (ESPN Radio)
- $1 Hot Dogs & Sodas - presented by Mrs Baird's
o Enjoy $1 hot dogs and sodas all night long!
- Tyson Foods Night
Chasco Community Partner: Round Rock El Amistad Club
Tuesday, May 21 | 7:05 p.m. | vs. Reno Aces (Arizona Diamondbacks)
media partners: 107.1 LA Z (Emmis Austin Radio)
- Turn Back Tuesday's / Half-Price Tickets - presented by Cedar Park Dentistry
o Turn back the clock and the prices. The Express will wear 1959 Austin Senators jerseys while all tickets will be on-sale for half price!
Chasco Community Partner: The Shade Project
Wednesday, May 22 | 7:05 p.m. | vs. Reno Aces (Arizona Diamondbacks)
media partners: Mix 94.7 (Entercom Communications)
- Winning Wednesday - presented by the Texas State Lottery
o Dell Diamond will feature game show style promotions throughout the night.
Chasco Community Partner: National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC)
Thursday, May 22 | 7:05 p.m. | vs. Reno Aces (Arizona Diamondbacks)
media partner: 93.7 590 KLBJ AM (Emmis Austin Radio) | Univision
- The Original Thirsty Thursday - presented by Firetrol Protection Systems
o Enjoy discounted draft beer and $1 sodas!
Chasco Community Partner: "Spot A Stroke FAST Night"
For more information on the Express, visit www.RoundRockExpress.com or call (512) 255-2255. Keep up with the Express on Facebook and Twitter !
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