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Plenty of Ways to "Catch Some Rays" at C.O. Brown Stadium

February 27, 2006 - Midwest League (MWL1)
Southwest Michigan Devil Rays News Release


The Southwest Michigan Devil Rays are proud to announce the 2006 "Catch Some Rays" promotional schedule. In addition to the thrill of Midwest League baseball, the Devil Rays are planning a summer filled with exciting promotions to celebrate 12 great seasons of baseball in Southwest Michigan.

Every game this season at C.O. Brown will have attractions for children and adults. On Opening Day, April 8th, the King and His Court will play in a softball game against local media personalities. The King and His Court are commonly referred to as the Harlem Globetrotters of baseball. This King is famous for pitching from 2nd base, blind-folded, behind his back and from center field. He has pitched 102 countries.

This year will also be highlighted by 10 post-game fireworks shows including a 4th of July spectacular. The first fireworks show of the season is on Hispanic Night at C.O. Brown on May 19th. One of the most anticipated nights is back on May 30th with NASCAR Night. On this night, fans will have the chance to see show cars and win tickets to Michigan International Speedway.

A highlight of the 2006 season will be the June 30th appearance of the ZOOperstars! The ZOOperstars! feature inflatable mascot entertainers featuring Harry Canary, Shark McGwire and Jeff Gordog. Other scheduled performances for 2006 are Krazy Karacters, Jumping Jack, Rally, Bama Air Dogs, Bucket Boys and Kooka Bird.

Some great giveaways are scheduled for 2006, including Centennial Wireless Magnet Schedules on April 8th, US Army Bucket Hats on April 21st and Devil Rays Fielders Gloves on June 11th.

There will be great money saving promotions nearly every night at C. O. Brown. Munchie Mondays will feature discounted food items from the concession stands. Tuesdays, excluding July 4th, will be Red Hot Chicago Dime Dog Days, where you can grab a dog for just a dime.

Thirsty Thursdays are sure to be fun at the ball park this year. Select beverages are only a dollar. When the game is over, Devil Rays' fans can hang out at the TDS Metrocom Left Field Bar, where they can enjoy live local music and share good times with friends.

McCullough Family Chiropractic Family Sunday is back in 2006. Various entertainers and cartoon characters will be at C. O. Brown Stadium each Sunday to meet children and sign autographs. Two post-game Christian Concerts will occur in 2006, featuring Disciples Peak (May 21) and OneEyeCry (June 11). Sundays at the ballpark also play host to the United Educational Credit Union Kids Club, when the members of the Kids Club can run the bases after the game and mingle with their favorite mascot, Doodle.

Opening Day is just 40 days away for the 2006 "Catch Some Rays" season at C.O. Brown Stadium. Season ticket, mini plan, and group packages are now on sale. Please call the office at (269) 660-2287 or visit southwestmichigandevilrays.com for details!



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