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Gwinnett Braves Homestand Highlights for May 2-9

April 30, 2013 - International League (IL1)
Gwinnett Stripers News Release


LAWRENCEVILLE, GA - The Gwinnett Braves return to Coolray Field for an eight-game homestand starting on Thursday, May 2. The G-Braves will host the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders (Triple-A, New York Yankees) for four games from May 2-5 and the Pawtucket Red Sox (Triple-A, Boston Red Sox) for four games from May 6-9. In addition to exciting G-Braves' baseball, the homestand features numerous promotions and giveaways, plus one huge fundraiser.

The four-game series against Scranton/Wilkes-Barre kicks off on Thursday with a 6:05 PM start and a "$3 Thursday." Fans are welcomed to enjoy $3 food and beverage specials all game long. Lawn Seats are also just $3 on Thursday. Friday's 7:05 PM game is "Superhero Night" at Coolray Field, sponsored by 12Stone. Dress as your favorite superhero for a chance to win prizes and stay afterward for a Post-Game Fireworks show courtesy of WAGA Fox 5 Atlanta!

The series with the RailRiders continues on Saturday at 7:05 PM, as the first 2,000 fans in attendance will receive a Gwinnett Braves Drawstring Bag presented by Dave & Buster's. Sunday's 2:05 PM game is "Family Day," featuring Pre-Game Catch on the Field from 1:00-1:15 PM and the Post-Game Kids Base Run (kids 12 and under) after the game.

Pawtucket comes to town starting on Monday night, a 6:05 PM first pitch. It's "Kids Eat Free Night," where all kids ages 12 and under will receive a voucher for a free hot dog, bag of chips and small soda.

On Tuesday, the Gwinnett Braves will show their support for the victims of the Boston Marathon tragedy during "Boston Strong Night." Former prominent Boston athletes Matt Ryan (former Boston College quarterback), Jason Varitek (former Red Sox catcher), Rodney Harrison (former New England Patriots safety) and Dee Brown (former Boston Celtics guard) will be on hand to throw out first pitches prior to the 6:05 PM game against Pawtucket. The G-Braves will pay tribute to the city of Boston throughout the night while raising money for OneFundBoston.org. For each ticket sold online at gwinnettbraves.com/boston using the promo code "STRONG," $5 will go toward OneFundBoston.org.

Tuesday night is also "Team Tuesday" featuring a Jose Constanza Poster Giveaway to the first 500 fans. Constanza, the 2012 International League Batting Champion, is expected to be on hand for autographs starting at 5:05 PM. Also on "Team Tuesday," any youth baseball player wearing their team's jersey (ages 12 and under) will receive a free ticket with the purchase of one Adult ticket (limit one child per adult).

Wednesday night's 6:05 PM game is "Winning Wednesday" sponsored by the Georgia Lottery. All fans will have the opportunity to play Baseball Bingo along with the game, with prizes being awarded to the winners. If a G-Braves player hits a grand slam during the fifth inning, one lucky fan will win $5,000! The homestand wraps up with "Belk Education Day" on Thursday, a special 10:35 AM start. Students from all over the county and surrounding areas will join the G-Braves for an educational and fun experience at Coolray Field, sponsored by Belk.

Here's a look at the homestand:

Thursday, May 2, 6:05 PM Scranton/ Wilkes-Barre RailRiders (New York Yankees) vs. Gwinnett Braves National Anthem performed by: Rock Springs Elementary Features:

- $3 Thursday - Enjoy $3 food and beverage specials all game long! All lawn seats are also just $3.

Friday, May 3, 7:05 PM Scranton/ Wilkes-Barre RailRiders (New York Yankees) vs. Gwinnett Braves Presenting Sponsor: 12Stone National Anthem performed by: Lost Mountain Middle School Features:

- Superhero Night - Dress as your favorite superhero for a chance to win prizes all night long!

- Post-Game Fireworks - Stick around for a fireworks display sponsored by WAGA Fox 5 Atlanta!

Saturday, May 4, 7:05 PM Scranton/ Wilkes-Barre RailRiders (New York Yankees) vs. Gwinnett Braves Presenting Sponsor: Dave & Buster's National Anthem performed by: Britt Elementary Chorus Features:

- Drawstring Bag Giveaway - The first 2,000 fans in attendance will receive a Gwinnett Braves Drawstring Bag sponsored by Dave & Buster's.

Sunday, May 5, 2:05 PM Scranton/ Wilkes-Barre RailRiders (New York Yankees) vs. Gwinnett Braves National Anthem performed by: Dacula Middle School Features:

- Pre-Game Catch in the Outfield - To kick off every Family Day, bring your ball and glove to Coolray Field for a pre-game catch in the outfield! The 20-minute catch starts when the gates open.

- Post-Game Kids Base Run - Bring the youngsters down and let them loose on the Coolray Field basepaths after the game. Children must be 12 and under to participate.

Monday, May 6, 6:05 PM Pawtucket Red Sox (Boston Red Sox) vs. Gwinnett Braves National Anthem performed by: Chestnut Mountain Elementary Features:

- Kids Eat Free Night - All kids (ages 12 and under) will receive a voucher good for a hot dog, bag of chips and small soda.

Tuesday, May 7, 6:05 PM Pawtucket Red Sox (Boston Red Sox) vs. Gwinnett Braves Features:

- Boston Strong Night - Famous Boston athletes Matt Ryan, Jason Varitek, Rodney Harrison and Dee Brown will be on hand for first pitches. Proceeds from a silent auction, plus $5 from each ticket purchased at gwinnettbraves.com/boston using the promo code "STRONG" will go to OneFundBoston.org.

- Poster Giveaway- The first 500 fans will receive a poster of 2012 IL Batting Champion Jose Constanza. Constanza will be autographing posters from 5:05-5:20 PM.

Wednesday, May 8, 6:05 PM Pawtucket Red Sox (Boston Red Sox) vs. Gwinnett Braves Presenting Sponsor: Georgia Lottery Features:

- Winning Wednesday - Play along with Baseball Bingo for a chance to win great prizes! A fully cleared card will get you something extra special from the Gwinnett Braves. If a G-Braves player hits a grand slam in the fifth inning, one lucky fan will win $5,000!

Thursday, May 9, 10:35 AM Pawtucket Red Sox (Boston Red Sox) vs. Gwinnett Braves Presenting Sponsor: Belk National Anthem performed by: Sweetwater Middle School Orchestra Features:

- Belk Education Day - Students from all over the county will enjoy a day of learning and excitement at Coolray Field, sponsored by Belk.

Tickets for all Gwinnett Braves home games are on sale now at the Coolray Field Box Office. Call (678) 277-0340 or visit gwinnettbraves.com for more information.

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