
M-Braves Homestand Highlights May 1-5
Published on April 25, 2013 under Southern League (SL1)
Mississippi Braves News Release
PEARL, MS -- The Mississippi Braves return to Trustmark Park Wednesday, May 1 for a five-game series against the Tennessee Smokies. The M-Braves have won eight of their past nine games including an eight-game win streak (4/16-23), tying Mississippi's longest winning streak record set July 25 - August 11, 2008. The 2008 season was also the M-Braves Southern League Championship season. Don't miss your chance to see the Double-A Braves in action. Tickets for the upcoming homestand are on sale now, starting at just $6.
Prorated season tickets along with various mini ticket plans are still available. The M-Braves offer one of the best season ticket holder benefit packages in baseball. Don't miss out on discounts to the Farm Bureau Grill, the Extra Innings Team Store and a discounted concession stand. Among the many benefits is a "Never Wasted Ticket Policy" that allows fans to trade in unused tickets for more tickets to a future game. Other benefits include Power Luncheons with Braves players, special autograph opportunities, cocktail parties and much more. Flex plans come in 35, 25, 12 and six-game packs. The flex plan packages are all undated tickets that you may use in any quantity for any game that's convenient for you. For more information, c all 888-BRAVES4.
Wednesday, May 1
vs Tennessee Smokies at 11:00 AM. Gates open at 9:30 AM.
School Day Game
Thursday, May 2
vs Tennessee Smokies at 7:00 PM. Gates open at 6:00 PM.
Florence High School Night: Ticket vouchers for tonight's game are on sale at Florence High School. A portion of the proceeds benefit the school.
UMMC Appreciation Night
Thirsty Thursday: 16 oz fountain drinks and 16 oz domestic draft beer are $1 each
Friday, May 3
vs Tennessee Smokies at 7:00 PM. Gates open at 6:00 PM.
Friday Night Fireworks sponsored by Y101
Saturday, May 4
vs Tennessee Smokies at 6:00 PM. Gates open at 5:00 PM.
Brave Con: May the 4th Be With You sponsored by Z106.7: Sci-Fi and Comic Book Convention. Any fan dressed as their favorite Super Hero or Sci-Fi character will receive a Field Level ticket for $5. A special thanks to the following participating groups: The Mississippi Mandalorians, Mississippi Rancor Raiders, Society for Creative Anachronism, Transformers Car Club of Mississippi, and USS Haise NCC 74664: Chapter Starfleet.
Richland High School Night: Ticket vouchers for tonight's game are on sale at Richland High School. A portion of the proceeds benefit the school.
Mississippi Forestry Commission Night: Mississippi Forestry employees can show proof of employment and receive a discount for themselves and their family.
Sunday, May 5
vs Tennessee Smokies at 1:00 PM. Gates open at 12:00 PM.
Get Fit! Mississippi Day presented by CarePlus, Enhanced Wellness, Koko Fitclub of Ridgeland, Pilates V Studio and 95.5 Hallelujah FM
FamilyFest Sunday
Howard Industries Kids Run the Bases
WEEKLY PROMOTION DETAILS
Mondays
Make a Difference Monday sponsored by Yogi on the Lake-Jellystone Park: Stop by Yogi on the Lake-Jellystone Park (113 Campground Rd, Pelahatchie) to register for your chance to win tickets to a Monday night Mississippi Braves home game.
Thursdays
Thirsty Thursday: 16 oz fountain drinks and 16 oz domestic draft beer are $1 each.
Fridays
Friday Night Fireworks: The fireworks show will begin following the game.
Sundays
FamilyFest Sunday: Four (4) dugout level seats, four (4) hot dogs or hamburgers, four (4) 16 oz. soft drinks, four (4) bags of peanuts or cracker jacks, four (4) M-Braves baseball caps, two (2) game programs and free FunZone wristbands for kids. ALL FOR ONLY $52 (regular price $153). Additional tickets with all the extras may be purchased for $15 each.
Howard Industries Kids Run the Bases: Kids 14 and under have the opportunity to run the bases following the game compliments for Howard Industries.
Sunday-Wednesday Ticket Offer
Kroger/Braves Combo: Purchase any Coca-Cola product (20 pack cans, 1.25 liter bottle, 7.5 oz cans or 12 pack cans) at any of the 15 surrounding Kroger locations, bring your receipt to the Trustmark Park Box Office and receive $3 off per ticket for a Field Level seat to any Sunday through Wednesday home game in April or May. One receipt is good for up to six (6) Field Level seats.
The Mississippi Braves is the Double-A affiliate of the Atlanta Braves. Since making the move from Greenville, SC, in 2005, over 70 M-Braves have gone on to play in the big leagues. The M-Braves have made postseason play twice and went on to win the Southern League Championship in 2008. Tickets are available online, at the Trustmark Park Box Office or by calling 888-BRAVES4. Fans can listen live to all games locally on WYAB 103.9 FM or tune in online. Follow the Mississippi Braves at mississippibraves.com, facebook.com/mbraves, and twitter.com/mbraves.
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