Fresno Grizzlies Begin Season Tonight at Chukchansi Park
April 9, 2015 - Pacific Coast League (PCL1)
Fresno Grizzlies News Release
FRESNO, Calif. - The Fresno Grizzlies Bear Flag Rebellion of 2015 begins TODAY at Chukchansi Park. Tonight marks the first pitch of what is an eight-game homestand that culminates on Thursday, April 16th with Tri-Tip Throwdown, featuring Dog House Grill. Tickets can be purchased in advance for Opening Day and the rest of the homestand at the Chukchansi Park Box Office or online at FresnoGrizzlies.com. The box office windows opened at 9:00 a.m. this morning and can also be reached at 559.320.TIXS.
Details for the opening homestand (April 9-16):
Thursday, April 9th vs. Las Vegas at 7:05 PM - Opening Day, presented by Phoenix Coatings Inc. and The Fresno Bee
Pregame street festivals heighten the excitement for Opening Day at 4:00 p.m. Fans are encouraged to check out Home Run Alley (Fulton Mall gate) or H Street where live music, carnival games, pony rides, Knights of the Shield skills challenges, and vendor booths enhance the atmosphere from 4:00-6:00 p.m. Inside the stadium, the entertainment begins at 6:25 p.m. with the Fresno NOCO Dance Collective aerial performers, mascot Parker T. Bear's triumphant return from Valley Children's Hospital, and a special uniform patch ceremony minutes prior to first pitch at 7:05 p.m. After the conclusion of the game, the downtown sky will light up with fireworks, courtesy of Phoenix Coatings, inc. and The Fresno Bee
- Giveaway (All Fans): Growlifornia Poster, courtesy of The Fresno Bee
- Gates open to all fans at 5:05 PM
- National Anthem performed by Karen Edwards
- First Pitches by Tim Thiessen, Extra Winnings contest winner Jo Ann Ison, and Mayor Ashley Swearengin
- Postgame Fireworks, presented by Phoenix Coatings Inc. and The Fresno Bee
Friday, April 10th vs. Las Vegas at 7:05 PM
The Fresno Grizzlies pay tribute to the late Jerry Tarkanian by wearing Fresno State Bulldogs basketball inspired theme jerseys, while Las Vegas also joins in with UNLV inspired uniforms. The Bulldog uniforms will be available in a silent auction along the first base concourse, with proceeds benefiting Fresno State Armenian Studies program. Prior to the game, the Fresno State Men's Basketball team will be recognized, along with family members of Danny Tarkanian.
- Giveaway (first 1,500 fans): Growlifornia Republic Bear Flags
- Gates open to the general public at 6:05 PM (5:35 for season ticket holders)
- Farmer's Market on the third base concourse, presented by Whole Foods
- National Anthem performed by Front Line Quartet
- Friday Night Fireworks, presented by Farm Credit West
Saturday, April 11th vs. Las Vegas at 7:05 PM - Presented by ABC30
The Grizzlies celebrate Fresno's heritage of being the originators of the funk dance called "popping." From special guest bat boy BBoy McCoy, to the in-game music selection, the club will put on an entertaining tribute to pop locking. On the field, the team will don Growlifornia Bear Flag theme jerseys that will be available in a silent and live auction, benefiting the Grizzlies Community Fund.
- Gates open to the general public at 6:05 PM (5:35 for season ticket holders)
- Strike Out Autism Night
- National Anthem performed by Valerie Salcedo
Sunday, April 12th vs. Las Vegas at 2:05 PM - Save Mart Sunday
The first day game of the season marks the series finale between the Grizzlies and 51s. A special appearance by Super WHY! and Woofster from ValleyPBS enhance the family entertainment, with a special on-field skit including Parker T. Bear.
- Giveaway (first 5,000 fans): 2015 Fresno Grizzlies Magnet Schedule, courtesy of PG&E
- Gates open to the public at 1:05 PM (12:35 for season ticket holders)
- Social Sunday Promotion: Purchase 2-for-1 Super View Tickets at the Chukchansi Park Box Office
- National Anthem performed by Easton Arcola
- Kids Run The Bases (postgame), presented by Sun-Maid
Monday, April 13th vs. Salt Lake Bees at 6:35 PM - Must Catch Monday, presented by The Fresno Bee
Grizzlies General Manager Derek Franks made a point to ensure that weekday games (Monday through Thursday) during the school year ended earlier than in years past. Although the front office can't control the length of a baseball game, they made a point to move first pitch up 30 minutes from previous years in order to allow families to watch an entire game and get home no later than 10:00 p.m. The April 13th Monday game also marks the first of a new $20 Must Catch Monday promotion, presented by The Fresno Bee, that includes two Field Level Reserve game tickets, two Fresno Chaffee Zoo vouchers, two Blackbeard's Mini Golf vouchers, and two John's Incredible Pizza Company vouchers.
- Gates open to the public at 5:35 PM (5:05 for season ticket holders)
- National Anthem performed by Raene and Michael
Tuesday, April 14th vs. Salt Lake Bees at 6:35 PM - $2 Tuesday
Tuesday home games are designed for every Central Valley resident who is looking for a midweek escape from the grind of their daily life, but doesn't want to break the bank by doing so. Therefore, on Tuesday the Grizzlies offer fans $2 Dos Equis drafts (21+), $2 Hot Dogs, $2 Sodas, and $2 Power Alley Tickets (available day of game only). If that wasn't enough, all Field Box and Phoenix Club tickets are 2-for-1. Beer, Hot Dog, and Soda specials last through the end of the fifth inning
Wednesday, April 15th vs. Salt Lake Bees at 6:35 PM - Everybody Wins-Day
There's no need to think about the price of the ticket, because fans get to decide what they want to pay for any available seat in the ballpark. Whether they pay $1 for a Super View seat, or $20 for a ticket in the Phoenix Club, it's entirely up to them. In what's being dubbed Good Karma Night at Chukchansi Park, fans choose their own price point, with half of the proceeds from each ticket purchased benefiting Valley Children's Hospital. For more information on this event, please call the box office at 559.320.TIXS. The game also marks the first Everybody Wins-Day, giving fans six free wings at Swiggs Bar and Restaurant if the Grizzlies win, or a ticket voucher to the following Wednesday home game if the Grizzlies lose. Offer only valid at Swiggs six days from the date of the Grizzlies Wednesday win. Dine-in only.
- Gates open to the public at 5:35 PM (5:05 for season ticket holders)
Thursday, April 16th vs. Salt Lake Bees at 6:35 PM - Tecate Thursday
The first Tecate Thursday, presented by Tecate and Tecate Light, meets the first of five Season of the Throwdown food matchups. The April 16th game features a Tri-Tip Throwdown, featuring Dog House Grill and Duke's, along the third base concourse. The two will battle for fan votes, with the winner earning bragging rights for the best tri-tip in the Valley. Fans 21 and over can purchase $2 24-ounce Tecate and Tecate Light through the end of the fifth inning, while $1 12-ounce sodas are available all game long.
Additional Information for the 2015 season
Chukchansi Park Box Office Hours: The box office is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. on non-game days. The following hours apply when the Fresno Grizzlies have a home game.
Weekday Games: Open at 9:00 a.m.
Saturday Night Game: Open at 10:00 a.m.
Sunday Night Games: Open at 12:00 p.m.
Sunday Day Games: Open at 9:00 a.m.
*Please note a night game is considered any start time after 5:00 p.m.
Ticket Availability: Tickets for Opening Day and the rest of the homestand are still available. Fans can secure the best seats at the most affordable rates by purchasing season tickets or a mini plan. Fans can continue to purchase ticket plans after Opening Day at a pro-rated amount. For more information on ticket options, call 559.320.TIXS and ask for a ticket representative.
Parking Price: All parking for Triple-A Fresno Grizzlies home games is $6.
Radio: All 144 regular season games can be heard on KYNO 1430 AM, streamed online at www.kynofresno.com, or accessed on the TuneIn iPhone App. Play-by-Play broadcaster Doug Greenwald returns for his 13th season with the team.
TV Broadcasts: One-hundred and thirty-nine regular season games can be seen live on ABC30's Digital Channel (30.2). Comcast Hometown Network will broadcast five games of the 2015 regular season live, with Grizzlies play-by-play radio broadcaster Doug Greenwald assisting with the TV broadcast. Secondary radio personality Scott Armstrong will slide into radio duties for those games. The five CHN broadcasts are as follows:
- May 21-22 vs. Nashville Sounds, Triple-A affiliate of the Oakland Athletics
- June 23-25 vs. Sacramento River Cats, Triple-A affiliate of the San Francisco Giants
Online Video Streaming: Watch all the stars of tomorrow by purchasing a MiLB.tv package. Priced at $49.99 for the year or $12.99 per month, fans get access to more than 5,000 games streamed LIVE, games involving affiliates of all 30 MLB clubs, complete game archives available any time on demand, as well as the ability to watch on the go with the MiLB First Pitch app for iPhone/iPod. Fans can access the online live video streaming of games via their computer, iPhone, or iPod Touch. For more information, visit www.milb.tv.
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