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Homestand Highlights: July 4-9 vs. Biloxi Shuckers

July 3, 2019 - Southern League (SL1)
Mississippi Braves News Release


PEARL, MS - The Mississippi Braves host the Biloxi Shuckers for six-game homestand and Independence Day celebration at Trustmark Pari, July 4-9. The homestand begins with a Supersized Post-Game Fireworks Mega Show on Independence Day, July 4. The homestand will feature a 15th Anniversary T-shirt Giveaway on Friday, July 5 and M-Braves Replica Cap Giveaway and Post-Game Fireworks Show on Saturday, July 6.

What's Chop'n:

HISTORY MADE: Mississippi Braves pitchers Ian Anderson and Jeremy Walker combined for just the third no-hitter in club history last Friday, June 28 at Trustmark Park. Anderson's 14 strikeouts also matched the late Tommy Hanson's single-game record set back in 2008.

THE FUTURE IS NOW: RHP Ian Anderson and OF Cristian Pache were named to the 2019 All-Star Futures Game roster which will be played on Sunday, July 7 at Progressive Field in Cleveland. The duo will represent the Atlanta Braves organization on the NL squad.

Who to Watch:

The South Division first-half champion Biloxi Shuckers roster features four of the Milwaukee Brewers' top 30 prospects: RHP Trey Supak (11), RHP Drew Rasmussen (15), RHP Marcos Diplan (17), INF Jake Gatewood (28)

The M-Braves roster features 12 of the Atlanta Braves' top 30 prospects: OF Cristian Pache (1), RHP Ian Anderson (3), OF Drew Waters (4), C William Contreras (6), LHP Joey Wentz (9), LHP Kyle Muller (10), OF Greyson Jenista (12), LHP Thomas Burrows (15), LHP Tucker Davidson (18), RHP Jasseel De La Cruz (22). INF Ray-Patrick Didder (26) and RHP Jeremy Walker (30).

Prospect rankings according to MLBPipeline.com

Did You Know? M-Braves OF Drew Waters is on pace for 177 hits this season, which would blow past the club record set by Ernesto Mejia in 2011 and then matched again by Dustin Peterson in 2016. The Southern League record is 187, which was set in 1981 by Chattanooga's Kevin Rhomberg. Waters is also on pace for 77 extra-base hits, which would be four shy of the league record of 81 set by Jacksonville's Gabe Kapler in 1998.

Thursday, July 4 vs. Biloxi | 6:35 pm | Gates Open at 5:30 pm

Independence Day Fireworks Mega Show: Trustmark Park is the place to be for baseball and Fireworks on Independence Day. We will have a larger than usual Fireworks Extravaganza following the game presented By Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi.

Live Music - The Jackson All-Stars will be performing Dixieland Jazz and playing Patriotic tunes pregame from 5:15 to 6:30 on the plaza.

M-Braves Cornhole Tournaments - Join us on Thursdays this season for M-Braves Cornhole Tournaments presented by Central MS Corn-Hole & Good Times! We'll have competitive tournaments outside the Farm Bureau Grill on the right-field concourse starting at 6:00 pm. Great cash & prizes to winners! $5 entry per player.

Probable Pitching Matchup: LHP Kyle Muller (5-5, 3.49) vs. RHP Bowden Francis (4-6, 4.43)

Friday, July 5 vs. Biloxi | 6:35 pm | Gates Open at 5:30 pm

15th Anniversary T-Shirt Giveaway - The first 1,000 fans will receive a 15th Anniversary T-Shirt, presented by Trustmark.

Dash For Cash - $10,000 in cash will be spread out in the outfield, and 10 lucky fans will have 1 minute to collect as much cash as possible.

Kids Run The Bases - After each Friday and Sunday home game, kids 14-and-under are invited to run the bases after the game.

Free Fist Bump - As part of our Fan Friday promotion, every fan coming through the gates will receive a FREE FIST BUMP from an M-Braves representative.

Probable Pitching Matchup: LHP Tucker Davidson (3-5, 2.00) vs. RHP Drew Rasmussen (1-2, 4.65)

Saturday, July 6 vs. Jackson | 6:05 pm | Gates Open at 5:00 pm

Post-Game Fireworks Extravaganza - A Post-Game Fireworks Extravaganza will light up the sky above Trustmark Park after the game.

M-Braves Replica Cap Giveaway - The first 500 fans will receive an M-Braves Replica Cap presented By Morgan & Morgan.

Harry Potter Night - "I am not worried, Harry...I am with you" Celebrate the magic of Harry Potter and enjoy a Harry Potter Themed Fireworks Extravaganza after the game!

Live Music - Temperance Babcock, a Classic Country artist with a Contemporary twist will be performing pregame from 4:45 to 6:15 pm on the plaza.

Probable Pitching Matchup: LHP Joey Wentz (4-7, 4.81) vs. RHP Alec Bettinger (4-5, 3.77)

Sunday, July 7 vs. Biloxi | 5:05 pm | Gates Open at 4:00 pm

Mugshots Sunday Family Fun Day - Take advantage of a ticket deal and bring out the entire family. Receive (1) Dugout Level seat, (1) hot dog, (1) 16 oz fountain soda, (1) small popcorn, (1) M-Braves cap, and (1) FREE Fun Zone wristband FOR ONLY $18. Additional tickets with extras are $18 each. (AVAILABLE AT THE BOX OFFICE ONLY).

Petting Zoo - The first five Sunday games will feature a live Petting Zoo, courtesy of Green Top Acres that will include mini-horses, goats, sheep and of course, bunny rabbits!

Kids Run The Bases - After each Friday and Sunday home game, kids 14-and-under are invited run the bases like the M-Braves after the game!

Probable Pitching Matchup: RHP Jasseel De La Cruz (1-4, 3.32) vs. RHP Dylan File (3-0, 1.99)

Monday, July 8 vs. Biloxi | 6:35 pm | Gates Open at 5:30 pm

SportClips Military Monday - All members and veterans of all branches of the U.S. Military receive FREE Field Level or General Admission tickets when presenting a valid ID. One random fan, representing the military, will receive a SportClips Prize pack. All members and veterans of all branches of the U.S. Military receive $5 tickets to all other games with ID.

Nurses Night - It's National Nurses Day so all nurses/health professionals receive $2 admission for up to 4 guests with badge as a thank you for everything they do! Enjoy $3 domestic beers, $4 import beers and $5 wine.

Mustard Monday - Free samples of mustards from around the world. Mustard games for kids!

Probable Pitching Matchup: TBD vs. RHP Trey Supak (8-3, 2.41)

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Tuesday, July 9 vs. Biloxi | 10:35 am | Gates Open at 9:30 am

Tupelo Tuesday - "Ain't Nothin But a 2-for-1 Dog" courtesy of Polk's Meat Products: 16 oz fountain sodas are also 2-for-1. Every Tuesday, fans can exchange their Polk's Meat product label at the Trustmark Park Box office for 2-for-1 tickets.

Day Camp Matinee - Dick's Sporting Goods presents a summer matinee at Trustmark Park. What could be better?

Probable Pitching Matchup: LHP Kyle Muller (5-5, 3.49) vs. RHP Bowden Francis (5-7, 4.33)

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