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Hamels Debut A Success for Lakewood

Published on May 16, 2003 under South Atlantic League (SAL1)
Jersey Shore BlueClaws News Release


The debut of Phillies 2002 first round draft pick Cole Hamels was a tremendous success, and got Lakewood started on the right foot of an eight-game road trip. Hamels allowed just one hit in five scoreless innings on Tuesday, walking two and striking out eight. Lakewood is 2-2 on its current road trip. Hamels is next scheduled to start this Sunday, and make his first appearance on the mound at FirstEnergy Park on Saturday May 24th. Remember you can listen to all BlueClaws games on 1160 AM WOBM, or www.sportsjuice.com.

2. The BlueClaws made a couple more roster moves in the last week, beyond adding Hamels. Mark McRoberts and Tim Gradoville were activated from the DL and Sean Walsh was sent to Clearwater. RHP Carlos Urrutia joined Lakewood from extended spring training, while Robby Read and Vinnie DeChristofaro were sent to extended. In addition, outfielder Chad Oliva retired before the start of the current road trip. For our full roster, click here.

3. We're back at home on Wednesday May 21st-Tuesday May 27th, and Reserve Seat Tickets remain for all but the May 24th Toyota World of Lakewood Fireworks night, but General Admission Sod Squad Lawn Tickets are available for that night. Spend your Memorial Day weekend with the BlueClaws. Call 732-901-7000 Option 2 to get your tickets now! Ticket office hours at FirstEnergy Park are Monday through Friday from 9-5 or Saturday from 9-3, and on game days from 9 through the end of the game. Here's information on what's to come:
May 21 6:35 p.m. Hershey Post Game Giveaway and Pine Beach/Beachwood Little League Night
May 22 12:05 p.m. Education Day - Jason's Dreams for Kids/Asbury Park Press Buster Cheer Cards
May 23 7:05 p.m. Commerce Bank Walking Baseballs
May 24 7:05 p.m. Toyota World of Lakewood Fireworks Night with Myron Noodleman
May 25 7:05 p.m. Fleet Bank Megaphones and Autism Awareness Night
May 26 1:05 p.m Phillies Rally Towels from Modell's
May 27 6:35 p.m. Scott Motor Coach Car Flags and Firefighter Night For further information on any promotions, click here.

4. The BlueClaws want to thank those of you who participated or contributed to the first ever Walk to D'Feet ALS in Seaside Heights and Seaside Park. The event raised $50,000! Remember to mark May 22nd on your calendar. After that day's game, Lakewood coaches and players will be at Finnigan's, located only minutes from FirstEnergy Park on Routes 9 and 70 in Lakewood. The players will wait tables during the dinner hour and the coaching staff will tend bar. All of the tips and gratuities, as well as 10 percent of gross revenue will go to the ALS. There will also be a silent auction, where we have autographed baseballs from Randy Wolf, Larry Bowa, Brett Myers, Marlon Byrd and Brandon Duckworth of the Phillies; New York Yankee Derek Jeter; Hall of Famers Bob Feller and Gary Carter; as well as current Mets Al Leiter and Art Howe, current Braves Marcus Giles and Mike Hampton and current Red Ken Griffey Jr. Other items include autographed pictures, bats and jerseys. You can gain additional information by calling Jim DeAngelis at 732-901-7000 ext 114. Come join us!

5. One of our other wonderful events last year was our MS Jersey Auction. These jerseys (shown here) helped us raise $10,000. This year's event is on Saturday August 16th, and we want you to design the jersey. Buster is taking your designs until June 20th, at which point he'll pick a winner. Call 732-901-7000 ext 173 for more information.

6. The American Cancer Society is holding a Relay for Life at FirstEnergy Park for a second time. To be part of a tremendous cause, and an enjoyable evening join Buster on Friday June 26th and Saturday June 27th, call 1-888-ACS-2345 for information

7. A reminder that the Phillies will hold an open tryout camp at FirstEnergy Park on Monday June 23rd. Players from the ages of 15-22 are eligible. Registration for the tryout begins at 9:00 am at FirstEnergy Park. The actual drills will begin at 10:00 am.

8. If you're a volleyball fan you can get your tickets for the AVP tournament in Belmar on July 25th-27th right here at FirstEnergy Park. The BlueClaws are the local ticket agency for the AVP Tour Stop and tickets are on sale now. General Admission Tickets are $5 for Friday, and $10 for Saturday and Sunday. A weekend GA Advance Ticket is only $15. You also can purchase VIP Beach Club Tickets, which include food and beverages for $50 for Saturday or Sunday, or $90 for a complete weekend VIP Pass.

9. Lakewood is nearing the total for our tremendous promotion, 1,234,567 . Every Fan Counts . as we're less than 200,000 away. When the 1,234,567th fan walks through the gates this year, that individual will win a grand-prize package worth $10,000. Plus you'll have a chance to win $12,345.67 in cash! In addition, another person will be picked at random to win the same prize. For a chance to win e-mail your name, address, phone number and age to everyfancounts@lakewoodblueclaws.com.

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