CarL1 Wilmington Blue Rocks

Rocks Team with Premier Orthopaedic & Sports Medicineas Presenting Sponsor of Postseason Action

Published on August 6, 2015 under Carolina League (CarL1)
Wilmington Blue Rocks News Release


WILMINGTON, Del. - Frawley Stadium has not seen playoff baseball since the 2012 season, but that all changes this fall as the first-half Carolina League Northern Division champion Wilmington Blue Rocks return to the playoffs and look for their first Mills Cup title since 1999. In anticipation of the team's playoff push, the Rocks have partnered with Premier Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine, which will serve as the presenting sponsor of Wilmington's postseason run.

"Premier Orthopaedics is honored and proud to be the exclusive presenting partner of The Wilmington Blue Rocks during their playoff season," said Marketing Manager of Premier Orthopaedics Rebecca McDonald. "We are not only looking forward to supporting the Blue Rocks this playoff season, but we look forward to continuing a long-lasting partnership. Go Blue Rocks!"

With Premier Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine's sponsorship, Game two of the Northern Division Championship Series (September 10th) will feature a commemorative rally towel giveaway.

"We are thrilled to share the excitement of the postseason with Premier Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine," said Blue Rocks General Manager Chris Kemple. "The postseason is a perfect opportunity to partner with a strong local company and a great brand."

Wilmington captured its first-half Northern Division title on June 19. The last time the franchise had taken the first-half Northern Division crown was in 2006 as an affiliate of the Boston Red Sox. Its last taste of playoff action came in the Northern Division Championship Series in 2012 against the Lynchburg Hillcats. The Rocks and Hillcats split the first two games of the series before Lynchburg - the eventual Mills Cup Champ that year - took the decisive game by a score of 2-1.

The Northern Division Championship Series begins on Wednesday, September 9, with game one of a best-of-three series. If the Rocks advance past the first round, they will play in the best-of-five Mills Cup Championship Series, and will host the first two games of the set. The potential playoff schedule for games at Frawley Stadium this fall is as follows:

Wednesday, September 9 - Northern Division Championship Series Game 1 (If Wilmington wins 2nd half title)

Thursday, September 10 - Northern Division Championship Series Game 2 at Frawley Stadium

Friday, September 11 - Northern Division Championship Series Game 3 at Frawley Stadium (If necessary)

Saturday, September 12 - Mills Cup Championship Series Game 1 at Frawley Stadium (If Wilmington advances AND Southern Division Series was NOT 3 games)

Sunday, September 13 - Mills Cup Championship Series Game 1 OR 2 at Frawley Stadium (If Wilmington advances)

Monday, September 14 - Mills Cup Championship Series Game 2 at Frawley Stadium (If Wilmington advances AND Southern Division Series WAS 3 games)

All playoff game dates and times are subject to change at any time in advance of the day of the game.

The Rocks return to the postseason this fall, and they hope to share their magical run with you. Playoff tickets are now on sale and start as low as $4. Options range from individual tickets, group tickets and a special Playoff Mini Plan starting at $30. Fans can order their Playoff tickets online at www.bluerocks.com, by calling 302-888-BLUE, or in person at the Frawley Stadium Box Office. For more information on the playoffs, visit www.bluerocks.com/playoffs. Looking to secure your Season Seats for 2016? You can do so now and receive all potential 2015 playoff games complimentary.

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