
Longoria Expected to Rehab as River Cats Host Storm Chasers and Cubs
Published on July 20, 2018 under Pacific Coast League (PCL1)
Sacramento River Cats News Release
WEST SACRAMENTO, CA - The Sacramento River Cats are expected to welcome San Francisco Giants third baseman Evan Longoria to Sacramento for next week's seven-game homestand. The club will host the Omaha Storm Chasers (Kansas City Royals) and the Iowa Cubs (Chicago Cubs) for the first and only time this year. The season's ninth homestand is presented by Eskaton, and includes Dorados Night and a visit from Eric Byrnes, Wet Nose Wednesday, Thirsty Thursday, Orange Friday fireworks featuring a Willie Mays bobblehead giveaway, Sutter Health Fireworks Saturday, as well as Princess & Pirate Night, and K-LOVE Sunday Funday.
Tuesday, July 24 - River Cats vs. Omaha Storm Chasers
- Game Time: First pitch is at 7:05 p.m. Raley Field gates will open to all fans at 6:00 p.m.
- Broadcast: Tonight's game will be broadcast live online at rivercats.com, and on the River Cats radio affiliate Money 105.5 FM.
- Dorados de Sacramento: The River Cats will take the field as the Dorados, with luchador-themed jerseys and caps! Come join the fun with this immersive nod to Hispanic and Latin culture at Raley Field.
- Eric Byrnes Visit: Former River Cats and 11-year Major League outfielder Eric Byrnes will be back at Raley Field to promote the Let Them Play Foundation and his Triathlon Across America. He will also be throwing out a first pitch and signing autographs for fans.
- Family Value Tuesday: Enjoy $1 hot dogs and $1 ice cream cups for Toyota Family Value Tuesdays.
Wednesday, July 25 - River Cats vs. Omaha Storm Chasers
- Game Time: First pitch is at 7:05 p.m. Raley Field gates will open to all fans at 6:00 p.m.
- Broadcast: Tonight's game will be broadcast live online at rivercats.com, and on the River Cats radio affiliate Money 105.5 FM.
- Wet Nose Wednesday: Dogs are free at every Wednesday home game this season at Raley Field with owner ticket on the Toyota Home Run Hill. Package with hot dog, dog bandana, and ticket available for just $20 at rivercats.com
Thursday, July 26 - River Cats vs. Omaha Storm Chasers
- Game Time: First pitch is at 7:05 p.m. Raley Field gates will open to all fans at 6:00 p.m.
- Broadcast: Tonight's game will be broadcast live online at rivercats.com and on the River Cats radio affiliate Money 105.5 FM.
- Book Signing at the On Deck Shop: Come grab your copy of Falling in Love With Baseball by Chris Mavraedis on the concourse outside the On Deck Shop and get a chance to meet the author!
- Thirsty Thursday: 12-oz beers are just $2 in the Sactown Smokehouse BBQ area!
Friday, July 27 - River Cats vs. Iowa Cubs
- Game Time: First pitch is at 7:05 p.m. Raley Field gates will open to all fans at 6:00 p.m.
- Broadcast: Tonight's game will be broadcast live online at rivercats.com and on the River Cats radio affiliate Money 105.5 FM.
- Willie Mays Bobblehead Giveaway: Be one of the first 2,500 fans to enter Raley Field to receive an exclusive Willie Mays bobblehead.
- Food Trucks: Gyro King food truck will be on the Toyota Home Run Hill.
- #OrangeFriday: Live music and $2 off craft beers in the Knee Deep Alley from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., postgame fireworks, and of course, orange Sactown jerseys.
Saturday, July 28 - River Cats vs. Iowa Cubs
- Game Time: First pitch is at 7:07 p.m. Raley Field gates will open to all fans at 6:00 p.m.
- Television Broadcast: Tonight's game will be broadcast live on CW31/KMAX. Coverage begins at 7:00 p.m.
- Radio Broadcast: Tonight's game will be broadcast live online at rivercats.com and on the River Cats radio affiliate Money 105.5 FM.
- Princess & Pirate Night: Dress up your little princesses and pirates for an evening of fun! Check out a special ticket pack that includes a wand and tiara or a sword and eye patch giveaway.
- Food Trucks: Buckhorn BBQ and Masa Guiseria food trucks will be on the Toyota Home Run Hill.
- Saturday Night Fireworks: Enjoy themed fireworks shows after every Saturday game, courtesy of Sutter Health.
Sunday, July 29 - River Cats vs. Iowa Cubs
- Game Time: First pitch is at 1:05 p.m. Raley Field gates will open to all fans at 12:00 p.m.
- Radio Broadcast: Today's game will be broadcast live online at rivercats.com, and on the River Cats radio affiliate Money 105.5 FM.
- Sunday Funday: K-LOVE Sunday Funday features pregame player autographs and Kids Run the Bases after the game.
Monday, July 30 - River Cats vs. Iowa Cubs
- Game Time: First pitch is at 12:05 p.m. Raley Field gates will open to all fans at 11:00 a.m.
- Broadcast: Tonight's game will be broadcast live online at rivercats.com and on the River Cats radio affiliate Money 105.5 FM beginning at 7:00 p.m. (PT).
- Baseball Bingo Monday: Each play on the field corresponds to a square on your Bingo card, presented by Cache Creek Casino Resort.
Tickets are still available for all games and can be purchased online at rivercats.com, over the phone by calling (916) 371-HITS (4487), emailing tickets@rivercats.com, or by visiting the Round Table Pizza Box Office at Raley Field.
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The Sacramento River Cats are the Triple-A affiliate of the three-time World Champion San Francisco Giants. The team plays at Raley Field in West Sacramento, consistently voted one of the top ballparks in America. River Cats Season Tickets, Mini-Plans, and Flex Plans can be purchased for the 2018 season by calling the River Cats Ticket Hotline at (916) 371-HITS (4487). For more information about the River Cats, visit www.rivercats.com. For information on other events at Raley Field, visit www.raleyfield.com.
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