PCL1 Memphis Redbirds

Homestand Highlights

August 12, 2011 - Pacific Coast League (PCL1)
Memphis Redbirds News Release


MEMPHIS, TN - The Redbirds return to AutoZone Park for their ninth homestand of the season after a four-game series in Reno (1-3) and a four-game series in Colorado Springs (3-1). While home, the 'Birds will host the Tucson Padres (San Diego Padres affiliate) and Las Vegas 51s (Toronto Blue Jays affiliate). The Redbirds homestand will be headlined by Organ Donor Night and post-game fireworks on Saturday, August 13 and a ZOOperstars! appearance on Friday, August 19.

Friday, August 12, 2011 - Redbirds vs. Tucson Padres (7:05 p.m.)

* Gym Bag Giveaway: The first 3,000 fans through the gates will receive a Redbirds Gym Bag giveaway brought to you by T-Mobile.

* FRITOS Friday: This summer, at the first Friday home game in August, FRITOS(r) brand is giving special baseball experiences to select lucky families. Attend a FRITOS(r) Family Friday game where randomly selected families will participate in ballpark activities such as: perform PA announcer duties, be a co-radio broadcaster, or even get to toss out a ceremonial first pitch.

Saturday, August 13, 2011 - Redbirds vs. Tucson Padres (6:05 p.m.)

* Organ Donor Night: The Redbirds will be encouraging fans to sign up to be an organ donor at the National Foundation for Transplants table located on the concourse. Those who sign up or show their driver's license that they are already a donor will be entered to win a keyboard organ donated by AMRO Music, a team autographed jersey, or a heart healthy basket from US FoodService. The team will sport organ-themed jerseys sponsored by the National Foundation for Transplants. A silent auction will take place during the game on the concourse for fans to bid on the jerseys. Three of the jerseys will be also be auctioned off live after the fireworks show in the front plaza. Organ Donor Night is sponsored by the National Foundation for Transplants and EMHC.

* Babytime Baby Race: The Redbirds and Babytime will hold their last Baby Race at AutoZone Park. Three babies will be selected to go on field and crawl to the finish line. For more information visit http://tinyurl.com/3kyzadp.

* Post-game Fireworks: Fans are encouraged to stay and enjoy post-game fireworks sponsored by Thomas & Betts.

Sunday, August 14, 2011 - Redbirds vs. Tucson Padres (6:05 p.m.)

* Pink in the Park: The Redbirds will hold Pink in the Park, a breast cancer awareness night sponsored by DeVry University and proudly supported by EMHC. The team will sport pink jerseys that will be auctioned off during the game. Breast Cancer Groups, call Andrew at 901.722.0228 for tickets.

* Arts of Memphis Night: Arts of Memphis Night is sponsored by Majestic Grill. Arts Memphis, Blues Foundation, Ballet Memphis, Memphis Music Foundation, Opera Memphis, The Orpheum Theatre, Memphis Symphony Orchestra, Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music will all be in the entry plaza passing out information. Fans will receive giveaways associated with Arts of Memphis from the aforementioned groups. Call Preston for more information on tickets 901.722.0289.

* Smile Sundays: The first 500 kids 14 and under are given a free hygiene product upon entrance brought to you by Delta Dental.

* Silly Bandz Sunday: Every Sunday the first 500 kids 14 and under will receive Silly Bandz sponsored by Ferraro's Pizzeria & Pub and KRAFT Foods.

* Kids Run the Bases: Kids will be able to run the bases after the game.

Monday, August 15, 2011 - Redbirds vs. Tucson Padres (7:05 p.m.)

* Tickets for Peanuts: Every Monday fans can bring a receipt to the box office from Kroger for Jimbo Jumbo's peanuts and receive half off game day ticket prices.

Tuesday, August 16, 2011 - Redbirds vs. Las Vegas 51's (7:05 p.m.)

* KRAFT Singles Tuesday Night Tickets: Buy 1 Ticket, Get 1 Free from KRAFT Singles with purchase. Bring your package wrapper to a Redbirds game on Tuesdays for a steal of a deal! Visit kraftsingles.com for more info! Exclusions apply.

* Kids Run a Single on KRAFT Tuesday: Kids will be allowed to run a single after the game.

Wednesday, August 17, 2011 - Redbirds vs. Las Vegas 51's (7:05 p.m.)

* Wet Your Whistle Wednesday: For only $10.00, fans will receive an outfield box ticket, 16oz Pabst Blue Ribbon beer and a PBR koozie.

* Community Coffee: Fans will be able to try Community Coffee hot and cold coffee in the entry plaza. The trolley will be on site during the game serving coffee.

Thursday, August 18, 2011 - Redbirds vs. Las Vegas 51's (7:05 p.m.)

* Ladies Night: Sponsored by skirt! Magazine that will be on site alone with Optimal Health and Mona Spa. For tickets call Alex P. at 901.722.0271.

* 'AYCE' Seats: Any Thursday throughout the season, there will be an all-you-can-eat buffet and outfield box ticket available now for only $18.00 brought to you by T-Mobile. The buffet begins once gates open and lasts for two hours.

* Subway Eat Fresh Thursday: Fans can receive half off game day ticket prices with a receipt from Subway, limit four. There will be a $25 Subway gift certificate given away during the game and if the Redbirds win, Subway coupons will be distributed upon exit.

* Sonic Mystery Card Giveaway: The first 1,500 fans will receive a card with special discounts from Sonic Drive-Thurs.

Friday, August 16, 2011 - Redbirds vs. Las Vegas 51's (7:05 p.m.)

* ZOOperstars!: The ZOOperstars! will be making an appearance at AutoZone Park brought to you by Save-A-Lot

* Save-A-Lot Fuel Your Family Drive: Fans can bring in canned goods and enter to win prizes from Save-A-Lot.

For ticket information call 901.721.6000 or visit memphisredbirds.com.

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