River Cats set to open home season Friday vs. Edmonton
Published on April 15, 2004 under Pacific Coast League (PCL1)
Sacramento River Cats News Release
The Sacramento River Cats will play their Home Opener on Friday at Raley Field against the Edmonton Trappers (Montreal Expos). Friday's Home Opener will begin at 7:05 pm and good seats are still available. Gates will open at 5 pm, giving fans the opportunity to watch batting practice and pregame activities. The following is a rundown of the entire upcoming homestand, including the Home Opener:
Friday, April 16 (7:05 pm)
Opponent: Edmonton Trappers (Montreal Expos)
Probables: RHP Steve Woodard (Sac) vs. RHP Josh Karp (Edm)
Promotion(s): Golden1 Replica Championship Rings (First 3,500 Fans)
Sutter Health Fireworks
Note(s): Championship Ring Ceremony For Players (pregame at 7:01 pm)
Early Entry (Gates Open For Fans Beginning At 5 pm)
GOOD SEATS STILL AVAILABLE!
Saturday, April 17 (7:05 pm)
Opponent: Edmonton Trappers (Montreal Expos)
Probables: RHP Mike Ziegler (Sac) vs. RHP TJ Tucker (Edm)
Promotion(s): Sutter Health Fireworks
Youth Wristband Giveaway (First 3,500 Kids, Courtesy Of Coca-Cola & Chevron)
Youth Poster Giveaway (All Kids, Courtesy Of Coca-Cola & Chevron)
Foam Finger Giveaway (First 5,000 Fans, Courtesy Of Mervyns)
Note(s): Tecate Fiesta Saturday
Little League Day (3,800 Little Leaguers In Attendance)
Sunday, April 18 (1:05 pm)
Opponent: Edmonton Trappers (Montreal Expos)
Probables: RHP Mike Wood (Sac) vs. RHP Seung Song (Edm)
Promotion(s): Youth Wristband Giveaway (First 3,500 Kids, Courtesy Of Coca-Cola & Chevron)
Note(s): US Bank Kids Day
Little League Day (2,800 Little Leaguers In Attendance)
Monday, April 19 (7:05 pm)
Opponent: Edmonton Trappers (Montreal Expos)
Probables: RHP Joe Blanton (Sac) vs. RHP Wilton Chavez (Edm)
Promotion(s): Raley & Bel Air Baseball Bingo
Note(s):
Tuesday, April 20 (11:35 am)
Opponent: Salt Lake Stingers (Anaheim Angels)
Probables: LHP John Rheinecker (Sac) vs. RHP Jason Middlebrook (SL)
Promotion(s):
Note(s): Triple-A Assembly (2,000 School Kids From 9:30-10:30 am)
Wednesday, April 21 (7:05 pm)
Opponent: Salt Lake Stingers (Anaheim Angels)
Probables: RHP Steve Woodard (Sac) vs. RHP Chris Bootcheck (SL)
Promotion(s): Heineken River Cats Idol
Note(s):
Thursday, April 22 (7:05 pm)
Opponent: Salt Lake Stingers (Anaheim Angels)
Probables: RHP Mike Ziegler (Sac) vs. RHP Delvin James (SL)
Promotion(s): Crystal $1 Family Feast Night
Note(s):
Friday, April 23 (7:05 pm)
Opponent: Salt Lake Stingers (Anaheim Angels)
Probables: RHP Mike Wood (Sac) vs. RHP Steve Green (SL)
Promotion(s): Live @ Raley Field (Miller Lite & 98 Rock)
Note(s): Singles Night At Raley Field
EVENT DESCRIPTIONS --------------------------------------------------------------
Tecate Fiesta Saturday: Every Saturday at Raley Field is a Tecate Fiesta Saturday. The ballpark will be decked out with a Latin flavor, and between-inning games will reflect the themed evening.
US Bank Kids Day: Every Sunday at Raley Field is a US Bank Kids Day. All kids 12 and under are welcome to run the bases following the game. Additionally, kids will be chosen to be guest public address announcers and will have the opportunity to see a magician and balloon artist.
Raley's & Bel Air Baseball Bingo: Every Monday at Raley Field is a Raley's & Bel Air Baseball Bingo Night. All fans in attendance will receive a bingo card upon entering the ballpark, and they will have the opportunity to win prizes ($1,000, free Coca-Cola for a year, River Cats Tickets, and other great prizes). Fans can win based on what the River Cats do on the field.
Triple-A Assembly: On Tuesday, 2,000 students will be at the ballpark from 9:30-10:30 am to participate in a Triple-A Assembly. The students will learn the importance of Academics, Attitude and Attendance and will have the opportunity to talk with two River Cats players.
Heineken River Cats Idol: Every Wednesday at Raley Field is a Heineken River Cats Idol Night. Karaoke winners from local establishments will have the opportunity to compete between innings of the game. Based on audience response, a winner will be chosen each Wednesday and all winners will compete for a grand prize on Aug. 24.
Crystal $1 Family Feast Night: Every Thursday at Raley Field is a Crystal $1 Family Feast Night. All fans in attendance can purchase hot dogs and ice cream bars for just $1.
Live @ Raley Field: Every Friday at Raley Field, Miller Lite and 98 Rock will present "Live @ Raley Field." Local bands will perform on the Foul Ball Patio from 6-7 pm.
Singles Night At Raley Field: On April 23, the River Cats will host a Singles Night. Gates will open at 5:30 pm for all singles, and the club will host a happy hour (5:30-6:30 pm) with drink specials on the Foul Ball Patio.
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