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Syracuse Mets Homestand Highlights: Tuesday, August 15th to Sunday, August 20th

August 15, 2023 - International League (IL)
Syracuse Mets News Release


SYRACUSE, NY - The Syracuse Mets begin a two-week homestand with a six-game series against the Columbus Clippers (Triple-A Cleveland Guardians) on Tuesday, August 15th. The homestand features an ode to the 24-second shot clock that was created in Syracuse, Faith Night with an appearance from former New York Met Darryl Strawberry, Women in Sports Night, three nights of fireworks, and more.

Tuesday, August 15th (6:35 p.m. game, 5:30 p.m. gates) - Join the Syracuse Mets for Taco Tuesday at NBT Bank Stadium, presented by Caz Tortilla Co. and The Score 1260. Fans can enjoy three tacos for just $13 (chicken, beef or vegetarian options available). Tacos can be purchased from the taco carts on the first and third base sides.

Wednesday, August 16th (6:35 p.m. game, 5:30 p.m. gates) - Wednesday home games this season are We Care Wednesdays, presented by Excellus BlueCross BlueShield. We Care Wednesdays provide local 501(c)(3) organizations the opportunity of a game day experience at no cost to them to help gain awareness and raise money for their worthwhile organizations. This week's nonprofits are: CNY Ronald McDonald House, GiGi's Playhouse, Onondaga County Historical Society, Salvation Army, and Paula's Super Siblings.

Thursday, August 17th (6:35 p.m. game, 5:30 p.m. gates) - It's the greatest invention in the history of baseball: Dollar Thursday. Fans can enjoy $1 Coca-Cola fountain drinks, $1 souvenir in the Team Store, $2 Hofmann hot dogs and coneys (4 per transaction), & $3 16 oz. select cans and drafts of Labatt, Coors, Budweiser, Saranac, & 1911 hard ciders.

Plus, the Syracuse Mets are partnering with SU Athletics to celebrate "Women In Sports" Night. SU coaches and student-athletes from the women's volleyball, ice hockey and field hockey will be in the park to meet and greet fans. New Mascot Hall of Fame inductee Otto the Orange will be available as will the spirit and dance squads. DJ Bella J will be the guest DJ on the 315 Bullpen Bar all game long.

After the game, fans can enjoy a special Thursday fireworks extravaganza, sponsored by NYS Stop DWI.

Friday, August 18th (6:35 p.m. game, 5:30 p.m. gates) - Start your weekend with a Craft Beer and Fireworks Friday, presented by the Hops Spot and 93Q. Fans 21 & older can purchase a special ticket package for $25, including a 200-level ticket to the game and (2) vouchers for craft beers at the Hops Spot Beer Garden at NBT Bank Stadium ($27 for a 100-level ticket). Willow Rock Brewery will be the featured local brewery for a "Tap Takeover" at the Hop Spot Beer Garden.

The Syracuse Mets are also celebrating Faith and Family Night with an appearance from former New York Met Darryl Strawberry, presented by Mission Syracuse. Strawberry will meet fans and sign autographs during the game from 6:45 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. (One autograph per person). After the game, Strawberry will give a postgame testimony to fans in honor of Faith and Family Night.

There is also a postgame fireworks extravaganza, sponsored by Mission Syracuse, and there will be a short post game faith concert immediately following the fireworks buy the fantastic Mission Syracuse Band.

Saturday, August 19th (6:35 p.m., gates open 5:30 p.m.) - On this Super Saturday, the Syracuse Mets are introducing the Syracuse Shot Clocks to pay homage to the 24-second shot clock created in Syracuse by Danny Biasone in 1954. The first 1,000 fans through the gates will receive a replica Syracuse Shot Clocks jersey giveaway, presented by Visit Syracuse. Fans can guarantee a jersey giveaway by purchasing an Amazin' Giveaway Pack at https://www.milb.com/syracuse/tickets/amazin-giveaway-pack. The pack includes the jersey and a ticket to the game.

Before the game, enjoy a tailgate BBQ with former New York Met Mookie Wilson and his #1 Legacy Catering. The BBQ goes from 4-6 p.m. outside NBT Bank Stadium and has a paid cash bar. Tickets to the BBQ are limited and can be purchased by using the coupon code "BBQ" at https://mlb.tickets.com/?agency=MILB_MPV&orgid=53674&pid'12589. The ticket includes a 200-level ticket to the game, guaranteed Syracuse Shot Clocks jersey giveaway, two-hour BBQ tailgate, and a meet and greet with Mookie Wilson, all presented by Legacy Catering.

After the game, fans can enjoy a post-game fireworks extravaganza to put on exclamation point on the night, courtesy of Visit Syracuse.

Sunday, August 20th (1:05 p.m., gates open 12:00 p.m.) - Sunday is a great day to be a kid at NBT Bank Stadium. Every Sunday is Friendly Honda Kids Eat Free Family Sunday. Kids 12 & under will receive vouchers upon entry for a free kids Hofmann hot dog, a kids popcorn, a 12 oz. Coca-Cola fountain drink & a kids ice cream.

It is also Princess Day at the ballpark where kids can join Rapunzel and the Little Mermaid for a Meet and Greet during the game from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. on the concourse, presented by Healthway.

Plus, fans can enjoy Sunday Brunch at the ballpark with a special ticket package for Boozy Brunch at the Ballpark, presented by Deep Eddy Vodka. For $60, fans get a ticket to the game, parking, a 90-minute all-you-can-eat brunch that features a rotating menu (Possible items include: French Toast, Belgian Waffles, Frittata's, Fresh Fruit, Salads, Fried Chicken, Sliders), bagels, muffins, bacon, sausage, desserts, soda, water, and bottomless Bloody Mary's and Bottomless Mimosas made with Deep Eddy Vodka. Deep Eddy Vodka swag and a full cash bar are also available. Fans can buy Boozy Brunch tickets at https://www.milb.com/syracuse/events/brunch.

After the game, kids can run the bases just like their favorite players, presented by West Herr Chevrolet of East Syracuse.

Tickets for this homestand and all Syracuse Mets home games are on sale at the Onondaga Coach Ticket Office at NBT Bank Stadium during regular hours (M-F, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.), over the phone (315-474-7833) or at syracusemets.com.

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