IL1 Toledo Mud Hens

Hens Return Home on Monday, August 9

Published on August 5, 2010 under International League (IL1)
Toledo Mud Hens News Release


The Toledo Mud Hens begin a homestand on Monday, August 9 vs. the Louisville Bats at 7:00 p.m. The Hens will play their next 11 games at Fifth Third Field (four vs. Louisville, four vs. Scranton/Wilkes-Barre and three vs. Indianapolis).

Date: Monday, August 9 Opponent: Louisville Bats (Cincinnati Reds)

Game Time: 7:00 p.m. Gates Open: 6:00 p.m.

The game can be heard live on Fox Sports Radio 1230, WCWA and WFOB 1430 AM (Fostoria) and seen live on BCSN.

Date: Tuesday, August 10 Opponent: Louisville Bats (Cincinnati Reds)

Game Time: 7:00 p.m. Gates Open: 6:00 p.m.

- The Hens will be hosting a youth baseball camp on the field from 10:00 am-1:00 pm (Day 1 of 3)

- J&J Snack Foods will provide soft pretzel coupons to fans as they exit the ballpark

The contest between the Hens and the Bats can be heard live on Fox Sports Radio 1230, WCWA and seen live on BCSN.

Date: Wednesday, August 11 Opponent: Louisville Bats (Cincinnati Reds)

Game Time: 7:00 p.m. Gates Open: 6:00 p.m.

- The Hens will be hosting a youth baseball camp on the field from 10:00 am-1:00 pm (Day 2 of 3)

- Fans will receive some delicious Ballreich's Chips when they exit the ballpark

- Chick-Fil-A Family Night (The Chick-Fil-A cows will be at the game and there will be several chances to win great Chick-Fil-A Prizes)

The contest between the Hens and the Bats can be heard live on Fox Sports Radio 1230, WCWA and seen live on BCSN.

Date: Thursday, August 12 Opponent: Louisville Bats (Cincinnati Reds)

Game Time: 7:00 p.m. Gates Open: 6:00 p.m.

- The Hens will be hosting a youth baseball camp on the field from 10:00 am-1:00 pm (Day 3 of 3)

- SPIDER-MAN APPEARANCE!!!

- Mud Hens themed comic book giveaway (1st 2,500 Fans)

- Post-game fireworks: Stick around after the game for fireworks!

The contest between the Hens and the Bats can be heard live on Fox Sports Radio 1230, WCWA and seen live on BCSN.

Date: Friday, August 13 Opponent: Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees (New York Yankees)

Game Time: 7:00 p.m. Gates Open: 5:30 p.m.

- Frito's Family Friday Experiences (Frito's and the Mud Hens are all about Family. And on Frito's Family Fridays... fans will be randomly selected to participate in Frito's Family Friday experience packages including watching fireworks from the dugout, leading the 7th inning stretch, announcing an inning, getting to stand on the field with the mascots for the anthem, and other great opportunities.)

- "BGSU Night at Fifth Third Field"

3 Ceremonial First Pitches by Louis Orr (Men's Basketball coach), Curt Miller (Women's Basketball coach) and Chris Bergeron (Ice Hockey coach)

BGSU On-field contest participants (win prizes!)

Freddy and Frieda Appearance

BGSU Fan Cam

- Boy Scout Sleepover (Calling all boy scouts... It's your chance to spend the night at Fifth Third Field. Grab your gear and bring your troop for a fun night on the field.)

- Pre-Game Scout Parade

- Unlucky 13 Night

- Post-game fireworks: Stick around after the game for fireworks!

The contest between the Hens and the Yankees can be heard live on Fox Sports Radio 1230, WCWA and seen live on BCSN.

Date: Saturday, August 14 Opponent: Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees (New York Yankees)

Game Time: 7:00 p.m. Gates Open: 5:30 p.m.

- Girl Scout Sleepover (Calling all girl scouts... It's your chance to spend the night at 5/3 Field. Grab your gear and bring your troop for a fun night on the field.)

- Pre-Game Scout Parade

- Funny Noses & Glasses Giveaway (1st 3,000 Fans)

- Post-game fireworks: Stick around after the game for fireworks!

The contest between the Hens and the Yankees can be heard live on Fox Sports Radio 1230, WCWA and seen live on BCSN.

Date: Sunday, August 15 Opponent: Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees (New York Yankees)

Game Time: 6:00 p.m. Gates Open: 4:30 p.m.

- ZOOPERSTARS! (These wacky inflatable mascots are back to wreak havoc and create chaos at Fifth Third Field. They're funny and unpredictable... they're ZOOPERSTARS!)

- The Fritos search for the best hometown chili is coming to Fifth Third Field during The FRITOS® brand Chili Cook-Off finals in the Coop-a-Cabana at 3pm. Make sure you're here to see who takes the crown. One of our 3 finalists will claim the title of the best chili in Toledo.

- The Toledo Mud Hens are proud to present the 2010 Home Plate event. Players and coaches from both teams will be invited to share their faith at this unique event. The event also features former MUD HEN and former MLB All Star pitcher, Kent Bottenfield.

- Pre-Game Autographs (Two Hens players will be available for autographs pre-game on the main concourse at Section 119. Autographs from 5:00-5:30)

- Applebees presents Kids Run the Bases (Every Sunday, Children 12 and under have the chance to head out to the field and run the bases like the pros)

- Post-game fireworks: Stick around after the game for fireworks!

The game can be heard live on Fox Sports Radio 1230, WCWA and WFOB 1430 AM (Fostoria) and seen live on BCSN.

Date: Monday, August 16 Opponent: Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees (New York Yankees)

Game Time: 7:00 p.m. Gates Open: 6:00 p.m.

- Harmonica Homage Night (Harmonica Anthem Player)

- Harmonica Giveaway on entry (1st 3,000 fans)

The game can be heard live on Fox Sports Radio 1230, WCWA and WFOB 1430 AM (Fostoria) and seen live on BCSN.

Date: Wednesday, August 18 Opponent: Indianapolis Indians (Pittsburgh Pirates)

Game Time: 7:00 p.m. Gates Open: 6:00 p.m.

- WIZARD OF OZ NIGHT (POST-GAME MOVIE SCREENING) Presented by Buckeye Cablesystems (Dorothy, The Scarecrow, the Tin Man, and the Cowardly Lion will all be at tonight's game. And stay after the game for a post game screening of the Wizard of Oz.)

- Fans will receive some delicious Ballreich's Chips when they exit the ballpark

The contest between the Hens and the Indians can be heard live on Fox Sports Radio 1230, WCWA and seen live on BCSN.

Date: Thursday, August 19 Opponent: Indianapolis Indians (Pittsburgh Pirates)

Game Time: 7:00 p.m. Gates Open: 6:00 p.m.

- Great Clips Charity Cuts (Come get your hair cut and make a donation of your choice....all donations go to charity.)

The contest between the Hens and the Indians can be heard live on Fox Sports Radio 1230, WCWA and seen live on BCSN.

Date: Friday, August 20 Opponent: Indianapolis Indians (Pittsburgh Pirates)

Game Time: 7:00 p.m. Gates Open: 5:30 p.m.

- "We've Gone Batty" (Bat Auction) It's your chance to take home a piece of the Mud Hens with tonight's silent auction for game used bats. Proceeds to benefit United Way of Greater Toledo.

- Hens and Hogs Night presented by Signature & Toledo Harley Davidson (Bikers abound in tonight's Hens and Harley Night. Ride your Harley down to Fifth Third Field and enjoy the Hens home game.)

- Boy Scout Sleepover and pre-game scout parade

- Post-game fireworks: Stick around after the game for fireworks!

The contest between the Hens and the Indians can be heard live on Fox Sports Radio 1230, WCWA and seen live on BCSN.




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