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Gwinnett Braves Homestand Highlights: June 3-10

May 30, 2014 - International League (IL1)
Gwinnett Stripers News Release


LAWRENCEVILLE, GA - The Gwinnett Braves return to Coolray Field for an eight-game homestand starting Tuesday, June 3. The G-Braves will host the Columbus Clippers, Triple-A affiliate of the Cleveland Indians, for four games from June 3-6 and the Rochester Red Wings, Triple-A affiliate of the Minnesota Twins, for four games from June 7-10. In addition to exciting play on the diamond, the homestand features numerous promotions and giveaways.

The homestand kicks off on Tuesday at 6:35 PM with a "Two-for-Tuesday," as all Field and Infield Box seats are 50% off. Hot dogs are also half price on Tuesdays. Wednesday's 6:35 PM game is "Winning Wednesday" sponsored by the Georgia Lottery. If the G-Braves don't win the game, each ticket stub will be good for 50% off an Infield Box or Field Box seat for any remaining Monday-Thursday regular season home game in 2014. Also on Wednesday, fans are invited to play along with Baseball Bingo for a chance to win great prizes, sponsored by Dave & Buster's!

The series continues on Thursday with a 6:35 PM start and a "$3 Thursday," featuring $3 food and beverage specials all game long. Country Financial Lawn Seats are also just $3 on Thursday. Friday's 7:05 PM game, sponsored by 12 Stone, is another "Friday Fireworks" night at Coolray Field. Fans are invited to stick around after the game for the best fireworks show in Gwinnett County presented by Fox 5 Atlanta and Dollywood - the perfect Smoky Mountain family getaway.

Gwinnett will welcome Rochester on Saturday at 7:05 PM. The first 2,000 fans in attendance will receive a Mike Minor Bobblehead. All G-Braves' players and coaches will wear specialty jerseys on Saturday, with each being auctioned off during the game to benefit the Gwinnett Medical Center Foundation.

The series continues at 2:05 PM on "Sunday Family FunDay." Pre-Game Catch on the Field starts when the gates open and 1:00 PM and lasts approximately 20 minutes. After the game, it's the Post-Game Kids Base Run (kids 12 and under) presented by Kid-to-Kid Buford. Sunday is also "Superhero Day" as well as "Public Safety / Touch-a-Truck" day.

Monday, May 19 is a 6:35 PM game and a "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. The series concludes on Tuesday at 6:35 PM with another "Two-for-Tuesday."

Here's a look at the homestand:

Tuesday, June 3

Columbus Clippers (Cleveland Indians) vs. Gwinnett Braves, 6:35 PM

National Anthem performed by: Nathan Achillies

Features:

- Two-For-Tuesday - Infield and Field Box seats are 50% off, and hot dogs are also half price.

Wednesday, June 4

Columbus Clippers (Cleveland Indians) vs. Gwinnett Braves, 6:35 PM

National Anthem performed by: Charlie Langston

Presenting Sponsor: Georgia Lottery

Features:

- Winning Wednesday - Play along with Baseball Bingo for a chance to win great prizes, sponsored by Dave & Buster's.

- Guaranteed Win - If the G-Braves don't win the game, your ticket stub will be good for 50% off an Infield Box or Field Box seat for any remaining Monday-Thursday regular season home game in 2014.

Thursday, June 5

Columbus Clippers (Cleveland Indians) vs. Gwinnett Braves, 6:35 PM

National Anthem performed by: Karen Buckley-Washington

Features:

- $3 Thursday - Enjoy $3 food and beverage specials all game long! All Country Financial Lawn Seats are also just $3.

Friday, June 6

Columbus Clippers (Cleveland Indians) vs. Gwinnett Braves, 7:05 PM

National Anthem performed by: 12 Stone

Presenting Sponsor: 12 Stone

Features:

- Post-Game Fireworks - Stick around after the game and enjoy a fireworks display, sponsored by Fox 5 Atlanta and Dollywood - the perfect Smoky Mountain family getaway.

Saturday, June 7

Rochester Red Wings (Minnesota Twins) vs. Gwinnett Braves 7:05 PM

National Anthem performed by: GMC

Presenting Sponsor: GMC

Features:

- Mike Minor Bobblehead - The first 2,000 fans in attendance will receive a bobblehead of former G-Brave and current Atlanta Braves pitcher Mike Minor.

- Gwinnett Medical Jersey Auction - The G-Braves will wear specialty jerseys, with each available for auction during the game. Proceeds benefit the GMC Foundation.

Sunday, June 8

Rochester Red Wings (Minnesota Twins) vs. Gwinnett Braves 2:05 PM

National Anthem performed by: Dollywood

Presenting Sponsor: Dollywood

Features:

- Pre-Game Catch on the Field - Bring your ball and glove to play catch in the outfield! Catch starts when gates open at 1:00 PM and lasts approximately 20 minutes.

- Post-Game Kids Base Run - Let the youngsters loose on the Coolray Field bases after the game. Children must be 12 and under to participate.

- Superhero Day - Fans are encouraged to dress as their favorite Superhero as the day will feature great games and prizes.

- Public Safety Day / Touch-a-Truck - Get up close with police cars, fire trucks and other Public Safety vehicles outside Coolray Field!

Monday, June 9

Norfol Rochester Red Wings (Minnesota Twins) vs. Gwinnett Braves 6:35 PM

National Anthem performed by: Renee Burkhalter

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, June 10

Rochester Red Wings (Minnesota Twins) vs. Gwinnett Braves 6:35 PM

National Anthem performed by: Micah Hudgins

Features:

- Two-For-Tuesday - Infield and Field Box seats are 50% off, and hot dogs are also half price.

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

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