Hot Rods Release 2012 Playoff Schedule and Ticket Packages
Published on July 30, 2012 under Midwest League (MWL1)
Bowling Green Hot Rods News Release
Bowling Green, KY - The Bowling Green Hot Rods, Class A Affiliate of the Tampa Bay Rays, have announced plans for the second playoff appearance in franchise history. After winning the First Half Wild Card in the Midwest League's Eastern Division, the team will host Games 2 and 3 (if necessary) in the first round of the Midwest League playoffs. Game 2 is scheduled to be played on Thursday, September 6, at Bowling Green Ballpark. Ticket packages are available for fans to witness the Hot Rods in pursuit of their first-ever Midwest League Championship.
"The 2012 version of the Hot Rods are one of the most exciting teams to watch in the league," said Hot Rods President Brad Taylor. "We cannot wait for our great fans to pack Bowling Green Ballpark as this team attempts to bring a title to the city of Bowling Green."
The first round of the 2012 Midwest League playoffs begins on September 5, two days after the regular season ends. The Hot Rods will play the first game of the postseason away from Bowling Green Ballpark against the Eastern Division Second Half Champions. The best-of-three series will then continue at Bowling Green Ballpark with Game 2 on Thursday, September 6, followed by Game 3 on Friday, September 7, if necessary.
The Hot Rods have the capability to play as many as seven games at Bowling Green Ballpark in the 2012 Midwest League postseason. Fans have the opportunity to purchase 2012 Playoff Ticket Strips that include seats for all seven potential home playoff games plus a free 2012 Hot Rods Playoff T-Shirt.
This season's playoff strips can be purchased in two variations: Premium Box Seats and Box Seats. Premium Box Seat packages, which are located directly behind home plate, are available for $84. Box Seat packages are just $70. For any games not played, fans receive credit for 2013 tickets.
Group and company outings are also available for Hot Rods playoff games. Single-Game Suites, the Party Deck, Home Run Grill, and box seat groups are on sale now, based on availability. Individual playoff tickets will be made available in early August.
The first 2012 Hot Rods home playoff game at Bowling Green Ballpark will be Thursday, September 6. To order your 2012 Playoff Ticket Strips, contact the Hot Rods Front Office at (270)-901-2121 or visit BGHotRods.com. A complete playoff schedule is listed below.
2012 Midwest League Playoff Schedule
(Dates and Times are subject to change)
Round 1 - Quarterfinals - Best of 3 Series
Game 1: Wednesday, September 5 - Bowling Green Hot Rods at Second-Half Eastern Division Winner
Game 2: Thursday, September 6 at 7:05 PM - Second-Half Eastern Division Winner at Bowling Green Hot Rods
Game 3 (If necessary): Friday, September 7 at 7:05 PM - Second-Half Eastern Division Winner at Bowling Green Hot Rods
Round 2 - Eastern Division Championship Series - Best of 3 Series
Location to be determined
Game 1: Saturday, September 8
Game 2: Sunday, September 9
Game 3 (if necessary): Monday, September 10
Round 3 - Midwest League Championship Series - Best of 5 Series
The Hot Rods would be "Eastern Division Champions" and would host games 3-5.
Game 1: Wednesday, September 13 - at Western Division Champion
Game 2: Thursday, September 14 - at Western Division Champion
Game 3: Saturday, September 15 - at Eastern Division Champion
Game 4 (if necessary): Sunday, September 16 - at Eastern Division Champion
Game 5 (if necessary): Monday, September 17 - at Eastern Division Champion
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