PCL1 Tacoma Rainiers

Longest homestand of the season

Published on August 11, 2005 under Pacific Coast League (PCL1)
Tacoma Rainiers News Release


The Tacoma Rainiers (62-55) return to Tacoma for the longest homestand of the season Friday, August 12. The homestand kicks off with a 4 day, 5 game series against the Salt Lake Stingers (63-54). Tacoma is currently one (1) game out of first place in the Northern Division behind the Stingers. The Las Vegas 51s (48-70) come to town for a four game series on Tuesday, August 16, followed by a 4 game series against the Fresno Grizzlies (57-61) beginning Saturday, August 20.

Since the last homestand at Cheney Stadium, which ended on Tuesday, August 2, a lot of changes have been made to the Rainiers roster. Pitcher Clint Nageotte was recalled to Seattle from Tacoma, Felix Hernandez made his major league debut after being called up on the 3rd of August, and Rich Dorman has be reinstated from the disabled list.

A lot of the players that fans have been watching all season here in Tacoma are now playing outstanding baseball at SAFECO field. Chris Snelling, Felix Hernandez, Yuniesky Betancourt, Wiki Gonzalez, Jeff Harris, George Sherrill, and Jorge Campillo among others are currently on the Mariners 40-man roster. For those who made it out to the game on July 30 at Cheney Stadium, you had the opportunity to pick up a limited edition Felix Hernandez bronze statue and watch the young pitcher in his last start in the minor leagues. Felix picked up his first major league win Tuesday night at SAFECO against the Twins in a 0-1 victory for the Mariners.

How the Rainiers play this weekend against the Salt Lake Stingers will tell an interesting story in whether or not you will be seeing post-season action at Cheney Stadium. With the outstanding work of players on the Rainiers roster, there's definitely a chance at play-offs! Be sure not to miss out on the action, and root for the home town heroes to make it past Labor Day!

Coming up on the Rainiers calendar are TONS of exciting promotional activities for the entire family at Cheney Stadium. FRIDAY, August 12 is TAPCO Credit Union's Friday Night Fireworks presented by CLICK! Network following the game. FRIDAY is also TAPCO Credit Union's Salute to Uniformed Emergency Services Personnel. Firefighters, police officers and emergency medical personnel will be honored at the game. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. for the 7:05 p.m. game.

SATURDAY, August 13 is a HUGE night at Cheney Stadium. Gates open early, at 4 p.m. for a pre-game concert by Christian rock group Thousand Foot Krutch. The concert starts at 5 p.m. and will be followed by an autograph session with the band. SATURDAY is also Used Car Night at Cheney Stadium. Fans 18 and over will receive a raffle ticket when they enter the ballpark for a chance to win one of NINE used cars! Dave Niehaus will be here SATURDAY as well for DAVE NIEHAUS NIGHT! The voice of the Mariners will be at Cheney Stadium to throw out a first pitch and to be on the radio with the Rainiers own, Mike Curto.

SUNDAY, August 14 is a DOUBLE HEADER at Cheney Stadium and the Fans' Choice Promotion, "Turn Forward the Clock." On SUNDAY, all of the Rainiers will play as Mariners and there will be a silent auction for the game worn Mariners jerseys during the game. Don't miss your chance for a Mariners jersey autographed by your favorite player BEFORE they're even Mariners! Game time is 1:35 p.m. for the two 7-inning games.

The series against Salt Lake wraps up MONDAY, August 15 with a 7:05 p.m. game. If the Rainiers score 10 runs or more, everyone in the stadium will receive a free medium pizza from Domino's!

Chevron Carload Tuesday takes place on TUESDAY, August 16 when the Las Vegas 51s head to town. Stop by a participating Chevron dealer and fill up with gas and receive a voucher for your entire carload's admission FREE into the ballpark! Game time is 7:05 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, August 17 is a day game at Cheney Stadium. The gates open at 11:30 a.m. for the 12:35 p.m. game. Don't miss all the fun in the sun at the Rainiers game!

The final Dollar Deal Day of the season is THURSDAY, August 18. Game time is 7:05 p.m. and hot dogs, soda, ice cream and beer are only $1! Enjoy some affordable fun at the ballpark with the family. And be one of the first 1,500 fans through the gates at 5:30 p.m. and receive a Mike Morse postcard compliments of The UPS Store.

FRIDAY, August 19 is Union 76 Friday Night Fireworks presented by CLICK! Network. Stay around after the game for some great fireworks followed by the Amtrak Cascades Run the Bases. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. for the 7:05 p.m. game.

The Muckleshoot Casino Autographed Baseball Giveaway is SATURDAY, August 20. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. and the first 1,500 fans into the stadium will receive a baseball autographed by a Rainiers player or coach. Test your luck, you could be one of the 100 to receive a Felix Hernandez autographed baseball!

The Fresno Grizzlies are back on SUNDAY, August 21 for at 1:35 p.m. game at Cheney Stadium. Gates open at noon.

MONDAY, August 22 is Domino's Medium Pizza Madness. Cheer on the Rainiers to score 10 runs and receive a free medium pizza from Domino's. Game time is 7:05 p.m.

The longest homestand of the season wraps up TUESDAY, August 23 with a 12:35 p.m. game at Cheney Stadium. Come out for a hilarious time at the ballpark with MASCOT DAY! Mascots from all over will be joining the Northwest's favorite mascot, Rhubarb for some crazy antics you won't want to miss!

Check out our website at www.tacomarainiers.com or call our office at 253.752.7707 for more information on any upcoming event at Cheney Stadium!

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