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Homestand Highlights: June 2-6 vs. Biloxi Shuckers

May 31, 2019 - Southern League (SL1)
Mississippi Braves News Release


PEARL, MS - The Mississippi Braves return to Trustmark Park, June 2-6, to take on the Milwaukee Brewers affiliate and interstate rival Biloxi Shuckers. The homestand features Mugshots Family Fest Sunday, SportClips Military Monday, Polk's Two-For-Tuesday, Bark in the Park presented by Camp Bow Wow, AMR First Responders Wednesday, Thirsty Thursday and a Ladies Post-Game Diamond Dig for a $3,500 ring from Jackson Jewelers. Don't forget, Sunday's game will begin at 5:05 pm!

What's Chop'n:

Rivalry Renewed:

Since the Biloxi Shuckers first season in 2015, the M-Braves and Shuckers have played almost even through the first 89 games. The Shuckers lead the all-time series, 45-44, with the M-Braves holding the edge at Trustmark Park, 23-19. Last season the M-Braves went 11-13 against their rival, including 6-3 in games played in Pearl.

Who to Watch:

Biloxi's roster features five of the Brewers' top-30 prospects according to most recent rankings at MLB Pipeline: RHP Trey Supak (11), RHP Drew Rasmussen (15), RHP Marcos Diplan (17), INF Jake Gatewood (28) and OF Trent Grisham (30).

The Mississippi active roster has eight of Atlanta's top-30 prospects according to MLB Pipeline: OF Cristian Pache (1), RHP Ian Anderson (3), OF Drew Waters (5), LHP Joey Wentz (10), LHP Kyle Muller (11), LHP Tucker Davidson (19), RHP Jasseel De La Cruz (23), INF/OF Ray-Patrick Didder (27).

Pache (17), Anderson (31), Waters (64) are all among the top-100 prospects in baseball according to MLB.com.

Did You Know? There are 21 former Shuckers and M-Braves currently on the active rosters for the Milwaukee Brewers and Atlanta Braves.

Sunday, June 2 vs. Biloxi | 5:05 pm | Gates Open at 5:00 pm

Mugshots FamilyFest Sunday - 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)

Live 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 to run the bases like the pros after the game! Probable Pitching Matchup: LHP Joey Wentz (2-4, 4.78) vs. RHP Alec Bettinger (2-4, 4.96)

Monday, June 3 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 2.0 - 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: LHP Tucker Davidson (2-3, 1.49) vs. RHP Johan Belisario (4-0, 2.61)

Tuesday, June 4 vs. Biloxi | 6:35 pm | Gates Open at 5:30 pm

Bark In The Park presented by Camp Bow Wow - All Tuesday evening games will be "Bark in the Park" at Trustmark Park because four legs are better than two! Thanks to Camp Bow Wow, bring your pup for free and enjoy the game from anywhere in the ballpark.

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. Fans can exchange their Polk's Meat products label at the Trustmark Park Box Office for 2-for-1 tickets for all Tuesday home games (excludes Suite and Club Level tickets).

Mail Carrier and Delivery Person's Night - All mail carriers and delivery person's receive $2 admission for up to 4 guests with badge or ID! Enjoy $3 domestic beers, $4 import beers and $5 wine.

Probable Pitching Matchup: RHP Jasseel De La Cruz (1-1, 4.91) vs. RHP Trey Supak (6-2, 1.85)

Wednesday, June 5 vs. Biloxi | 6:35 pm | Gates Open at 5:30 pm

"Join Us For A Jackson" - Every Wednesday this season fans can get 4 field level tickets and 4 16 oz soft drinks for just one "Andrew Jackson" ($20)! Additional tickets only $5. (AVAILABLE AT BOX OFFICE ONLY).

AMR First Responders Wednesday - All First Responders/Emergency Response personnel receive FREE Field Level and General Admission tickets when presenting ID at the box office. First Responders/Emergency Response personnel receive $5 tickets to all other games with ID. Probable Pitching Matchup: RHP Ian Anderson (2-3, 3.38) vs. RHP Drew Rasmussen (0-0, 0.64)

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

Thirsty Thursday - Enjoy 16 oz domestic beer and 16 oz fountain drinks for just $2 each!

M-Braves Cornhole Tournaments - Join us on Thursday's this season for M-Braves Cornhole Tournaments presented by Central MS Cornhole & Good Times! Every Thirsty Thursday at Trustmark Park 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.

Ladies Diamond Dig - Ladies (18 or older) will have the opportunity to take home a Diamond Ring worth $3,500 from Jackson Jewelers by digging through the infield dirt in the post-game "Diamond Dig." You won't want to miss this! Probable Pitching Matchup: LHP Kyle Muller (3-1, 1.89) vs. RHP Bowden Francis (1-4, 5.30)

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