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First playce Sidewinders to host division rivals

April 29, 2005 - Pacific Coast League (PCL1)
Tucson Sidewinders News Release


Tucson, AZ - The Tucson Sidewinders will defend their Pacific Southern Division lead against the rival Sacramento Rivercats (Athletics) and Fresno Grizzlies (Giants) during the team's second eight game homestand beginning Monday, May 2nd at 6:30 p.m. The Sidewinders season high 6-game winning streak has lifted the team into first place in the division, with a one game lead over Sacramento entering tonight's action. The winning streak is the longest active streak in the entire Pacific Coast League. The team has ridden several strong individual performances including 1B Conor Jackson, who has hit safely in 10 straight games and has a .400 batting average on the season, good for T7th in the PCL. As a team, the Sidewinders have posted double digit hits in an amazing eleven consecutive games!

The jam packed homestand will feature two D.A.R.E/G.R.E.A.T. Kids Days where over 11,000 Southern Arizona school children will enjoy a day out at the park courtesy of the Sidewinders while learning the importance of staying away from drugs and gang violence. The homestand also features the season's third Fireworks Friday, a pair of Maragitaville Mondays, and Tucson favorite Thirsty Thursday. Good seats remain for all games. The Tucson Electric Park box office can be reached at (520) 434-1021. Gates open one hour before game time unless otherwise noted.

HOMESTAND HIGHLIGHTS:

Monday, May 2, 6:30 p.m. vs. Sacramento Rivercats (Gates open at 5:30 p.m.)

MARGARITAVILLE MONDAYS! - Enjoy a Margaritaville Monday featuring 2-for-1 margaritas and half price Corona bombers along with Jimmy Buffet music.

Tuesday, May 3, 10:00 a.m. vs. Sacramento Rivercats (Gates open at 8:30 a.m.)

Wednesday, May 4, 10:00 a.m. vs. Sacramento Rivercats (Gates open at 8:30 a.m.)

DARE/GREAT DAYS! - D.A.R.E. to keep kids off drugs. Pre-game speakers, player autographs and pre-game activities are part of the fun of teaching kids about DARE/GREAT. Free lunch will be provided for the kids, teachers and teachers' aides by Hebrew National & Eastman Distributing. DARE/GREAT Days.

Thursday, May 5, 6:30 p.m. vs. Sacramento Rivercats (Gates open at 5:30 p.m.)

THIRSTY THURSDAYS! - It's a Tucson tradition with a Cinco de Mayo twist. Enjoy One-dollar beer, soft drinks and lemonade for two hours after the first pitch!

Friday, May 6, 6:30 p.m. vs. Fresno Grizzlies (Gates open at 5:30 p.m.)

FIREWORKS FRIDAYS! - Stay after the game and enjoy a fun & colorful display of fireworks.

Saturday, May 7, 6:30 p.m. vs. Fresno Grizzlies (Gates open at 5:30 p.m.)

T-SHIRT GIVEAWAY! - Don't miss the fun! Be one of the first 2,000 fans (with a paid admission) to get this cool Triple-A Baseball "We're #1" t-shirt featuring the Diamondbacks' 1st Round Draft Picks!

Sunday, May 8, 1:30 p.m. vs. Fresno Grizzlies (Gates open at 12:30 p.m.)

$1 DOGS/BARK IN THE PARK! - Bring your pooch to the ballpark and enjoy $1 hot dogs by Hebrew National! Different prizes will be given out, and the Humane Society of Southern Arizona will be on site for questions and adoptions.

Monday, May 9, 6:30 p.m. vs. Fresno Grizzlies (Gates open at 5:30 p.m.)

MARGARITAVILLE MONDAYS! - Enjoy a Margaritaville Monday featuring 2-for-1 margaritas and half price Corona bombers along with Jimmy Buffet music.



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