
Homestand Highlights: Stripers Host First Xolos De Gwinnett Night, Ronald Acuna Jr. Bobblehead Giveaway
May 16, 2019 - International League (IL1)
Gwinnett Stripers News Release
WRENCEVILLE, Ga. - The Gwinnett Stripers return to Coolray Field for a seven-game homestand from May 21-27. The Stripers will host the Charlotte Knights (Chicago White Sox) for three games from May 21-23 and the Norfolk Tides (Baltimore Orioles) for four games from May 24-27. The homestand includes the first Xolos de Gwinnett Night on May 23, Salute to Armed Forces and Friday Fireworks on May 24, a Ronald Acuna Jr. National League Rookie of the Year Bobblehead Giveaway on May 25, a Memorial Day Picnic on May 27, and more.
Here's a full look at the homestand:
Tuesday, May 21 - Stripers vs. Charlotte Knights (Chicago White Sox)
Game Time: First pitch is at 7:05 p.m. Coolray Field gates will open at 6:00 p.m.
Presenting Sponsor: Coolray Heating & Air Conditioning
Coolray Family Value Tuesday: Each Tuesday, get $2 hot dogs and $1 desserts
Wednesday, May 22 - Stripers vs. Charlotte Knights (Chicago White Sox)
Game Time: First pitch is at 7:05 p.m. Coolray Field gates will open at 6:00 p.m.
Presenting Sponsor: Kicks 101.5 FM
Wet Nose Wednesday: Dogs receive free admission with a paid owner on The Bank every Wednesday. Upgrade your ticket to the Doggie Bag for $13 (includes 1 General Admission human ticket, a hot dog, and a doggie bandana)
Thursday, May 23 - Stripers vs. Charlotte Knights (Chicago White Sox)
Game Time: First pitch is at 7:05 p.m. Coolray Field gates will open at 6:00 p.m.
Xolos de Gwinnett Night: As one of 72 teams participating in Minor League Baseball's "Cope de la Diversion" initiative, the Gwinnett Stripers will transform into the "Xolos de Gwinnett" as a celebration of the thriving Hispanic community in Gwinnett
Food Truck: Real Mexican Vittles
Friday, May 24 - Stripers vs. Norfolk Tides (Baltimore Orioles)
Game Time: First pitch is at 7:05 p.m. Coolray Field gates will open at 6:00 p.m.
Salute to Armed Forces: Help us pay tribute to our brave service men and women. The Stripers will wear special camo jerseys, which will be available for purchase in an online auction. The auction will open a day in advance of the game and run until 8:45 p.m. on the day of the game. Fans are encouraged to pre-register at http://gostripers.milbauctions.com
Friday Fireworks: Stick around after the game for a spectacular fireworks display
Food Truck: Soul Truckin' Good
Saturday, May 25 - Stripers vs. Norfolk Tides (Baltimore Orioles)
Game Time: First pitch is at 6:05 p.m. Coolray Field gates will open at 5:00 p.m.
Ronald Acuna Jr. National League Rookie of the Year Bobblehead Giveaway: First 2,500 fans will receive a bobblehead of former Stripers outfielder and current Atlanta Braves superstar Ronald Acuna Jr., courtesy of Gwinnett Medical Center
Food Truck: Dogs on Wheels
Sunday, May 26 - Stripers vs. Norfolk Tides (Baltimore Orioles)
Game Time: First pitch is at 1:05 p.m. Coolray Field gates will open at 12:00 p.m.
Presenting Sponsor: Georgia United Credit Union
Sunday Funday: Bring your family to Coolray Field each Sunday for pregame Catch on the Field and postgame Kids Run the Bases
Monday, May 27 - Stripers vs. Norfolk Tides (Baltimore Orioles)
Game Time: First pitch is at 6:05 p.m. Coolray Field gates will open at 5:00 p.m.
Presenting Sponsor: Aaron's
Swag Monday: The first 500 fans will receive aviator sunglasses and vinyl baseballs
Memorial Day Picnic: Upgrade your experience this Memorial Day and include a pregame all-you-can-eat picnic in The Cove to your trip to Coolray Field
Tickets for all Gwinnett Stripers home games are on sale now at the Coolray Field Ticket Office and online at GoStripers.com/tickets.
International League Stories from May 16, 2019
- Knights Complete Sweep with Extra-Inning Win - Rochester Red Wings
- IronPigs snap eight-game losing streak - Lehigh Valley IronPigs
- Knights Walk off to Finish Sweep with 3-2 Win - Charlotte Knights
- Stripers Smack Four Homers, Rout Buffalo 11-2 - Gwinnett Stripers
- Five-Run 2nd Inning Dooms Bulls - Durham Bulls
- Mets Power Past Bats with Five Home Runs in 12-3 Win - Syracuse Mets
- Gwinnett Powers Way to 11-2 Victory - Buffalo Bisons
- Bats Drop Series Finale in Syracuse, 12-3 - Louisville Bats
- Teoscar Hernandez Optioned to the Bisons - Buffalo Bisons
- Indy's Five-Game Win Streak Snapped by RailRiders - Indianapolis Indians
- Railriders Hold off Indians - Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders
- Game Notes: Louisville Bats (17-22) at Syracuse Mets (22-16) - Louisville Bats
- Travis Leads PawSox to Comeback Victory - Pawtucket Red Sox
- Toledo's Bats Come up Short, Harold Castro Extends Hit Streak - Toledo Mud Hens
- Bisons Game Notes - Buffalo vs. Gwinnett (6:05 p.m.) - Buffalo Bisons
- Broadway Fireworks on Saturday - Pawtucket Red Sox
- Tribe Ladies Give Back - Indianapolis Indians
- RailRiders Schedule Adjusted - Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders
- Homestand Highlights: Stripers Host First Xolos De Gwinnett Night, Ronald Acuna Jr. Bobblehead Giveaway - Gwinnett Stripers
- Game Information: Indianapolis Indians (20-16) vs. Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders (18-16) - Indianapolis Indians
- SWB Game Notes - Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders
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