Pensacola Blue Wahoos Homestand Highlights
May 2, 2014 - Southern League (SL1)
Pensacola Blue Wahoos News Release
Three to Watch on the Chattanooga Lookouts (Los Angeles Dodgers):
#29 Chris Reed, LHP:
Chris Reed is a former 2011 First Round Draft Pick and the eighth best prospect in the Dodgers system. In 2013, Reed was one of the most prolific groundball pitchers in the minors. He ranked 12th among ERA qualifiers with a 2.2 groundout/airout ratio. The left-hander works with a sinking two-seam fastball that tops out at 95 mph.
#43 Pedro Baez, RHP:
Pedro Baez is a former third baseman that never put it all together as a position player but always had a strong arm. The Dodgers converted him to a relief pitcher and he quickly made an impact. In his first season as a pitcher in 2013, he had a combined 3.88 ERA in 48 appearances between High-A and Double-A. Baez has a power arm and throws 91-96 mph with good sink.
#9 Darnell Sweeney, SS/2B:
Darnell Sweeney is a great athlete whose best attribute is his speed. Last season he led the High-A California League in triples (16) and ranked third in stolen bases (48). Sweeney has good power for a middle-infielder; last season he hit 11 HR and 77 RBI.
What's Cookin': The Chattanooga Lookouts are visiting Pensacola for the first time this season...do you know what else is from Chattanooga? Moon Pies! This homestand special features two Deep Fried Double Decker Chocolate Moon Pies served on a souvenir Blue Wahoos frisbee with powdered sugar. The dish is available at both concession stands for $4.
Til Dawn Tank Tops: This homestand's featured merchandise item at the Bait & Tackle team store is the Blue Wahoos Til Dawn Tank Top. A summer staple, the lightweight and comfortable tank is perfect for a day at the beach or a night at the ballpark.
Donations for the Troops: For Military Appreciation Month, the Pensacola Blue Wahoos and Whataburger will partner to collect donations for the Northwest Florida United Service Organizations (USO). Donations will be collected during the Blue Wahoos' games and the USO will deliver the items directly to the troops currently serving the United States. Fans who donate during the drive will receive a coupon for a free Whataburger. This homestand fans are asked to bring individually wrapped snacks like pretzels, nuts and peanut butter crackers.
Monday, May 5th - Chattanooga Lookouts (Los Angeles Dodgers) vs. Pensacola Blue Wahoos, 6:30 p.m.
Social Media Monday - Connect with the Blue Wahoos social channels using #WahoosLife to win prizes, seat upgrades or to have your message displayed on the video board. Cinco de Mayo Fiesta - Join the Wahoos Life fiesta with drinks specials, in-game festivities, salsa music and dancers, a jalapeno eating contest and more.Myron Noodleman Performance - This legendary baseball clown brings his memorable antics to Pensacola.
Tuesday, April 6th - Lookouts vs. Blue Wahoos, 6:30 p.m.
Team Tuesday - Fans are encouraged to come early for a complimentary pregame autograph session by select Blue Wahoos players. The autograph session begins at 5:40 p.m. Myron Noodleman Performance - This legendary baseball clown brings his memorable antics to Pensacola.
Wednesday, May 7th - Lookouts vs. Blue Wahoos, 6:30 p.m.
Hi-Chew Wednesday - Every Wednesday enjoy games, prizes and a postgame Kids Run the Bases presented by Hi-Chew. Halloween in May - It's Halloween at the Boo-front! It will be a Thriller with fan costume contests and special in-game promotions.
Thursday, May 8th - Lookouts vs. Blue Wahoos, 6:30 p.m.
Thirsty Thursday - Fans will enjoy $2 drafts at concession stands, 2-for-$6 domestic bottles and $1 canned sodas. Thirsty Thursday is presented by Seville Quarter.
- WFGX-TV - Thursday's game will be broadcast live on WFGX-TV.
Friday, May 9th - Lookouts vs. Blue Wahoos, 6:30 p.m.
- Cooler Giveaway - The first 2,000 will receive a Blue Wahoos cooler courtesy of Budweiser and WEAR-TV.
- Rotary Night - Rotaract and Interact members will paint donors pinkies purple for $1 to raise money and awareness for polio. This is a symbolic gesture to show those who have received the vaccine and the amount needed to save two lives.
Jersey Auction - The team will wear a special Rotary themed jersey. Fans may bid on the jerseys with all proceeds benefiting the Rotary and its charitable causes.
Fans can listen to every Blue Wahoos game on 1450 ESPN Pensacola or 101.1 FM.
The Pensacola Blue Wahoos are the Double-A affiliate of the Cincinnati Reds. During the first two years of operation, the Blue Wahoos were awarded Best Minor League Experience, Southern League Community Service Award, Groundskeeper of the Year, Ballpark of the Year, Executive of the Year and Organization of the year. Fans may purchase tickets for the 2014 season by calling the box office at (850) 934-8444 or in person at the Hill-Kelly Dodge Pickup Window. Follow the Blue Wahoos at bluewahoos.com, facebook.com/PensacolaBlueWahoos, and twitter.com/BlueWahoosBBall.
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