Reading and Portland to Play Doubleheader Sunday
September 9, 2023 - Eastern League (EL)
Reading Fightin Phils News Release
(Reading, PA) - Following Saturday night's suspension, the Reading Fightin Phils and Portland Sea Dogs will resume the game Sunday at 3:35 p.m. The game will be played to its nine-inning completion and the second game will be a seven-inning game. The second game will begin approximately 30 minutes after the first game's conclusion.
Gates at FirstEnergy Stadium will open a 3:30 p.m. along with the seating bowl. After the second game, there will be postgame fireworks, sponsored by Penske. Other promotions for the night include: A "Surprise" Character Appearance and Photo Session for all kids between games (character name rhymes with BongeSpob), thanks to ROG Orthodontics. It will be a Berks Packing Sunday Family Funday: 4 Tickets with four hot dogs and four sodas for only $56 when purchases in advance. The R-Phils will also wear Reading Hot Dogs Tribute Uniforms, thanks to Golden Oaks Golf Club, PA Army National Guard, Culligan Water, Aspen Home Improvements, Rip It Baseballtown Charities Baseball and Softball Skills Training.
Following the second game, there will be a postgame concert with Ricky and the Ricardo and one dollar off beer thanks to St. Boniface Craft Brewing. Tickets for the final home day of the 2023 season are available at rphils.com/tickets, by calling 610-370-BALL or in person at the Customers Bank Ticket Office.
The 2023 R-Phils season is presented by Pepsi. Follow the Fightin Phils on Twitter @ReadingFightins, like us on Facebook, or follow us on Instagram @Fightins.
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