Tribe returns home with division title on the line
Published on August 31, 2006 under International League (IL1)
Indianapolis Indians News Release
INDIANAPOLIS -- Indianapolis wraps up its 2006 home slate with a pair of weekend games against Louisville. The Indians and Bats will square off on Friday (Sept. 1) at 7 p.m. and Saturday (Sept. 2) at 5:30 p.m.
The series will have International League playoff implications for both teams. Indianapolis (74-64) and Toledo (74-64) are tied for first place in the IL's West Division entering Thursday's action, while Louisville (73-66) is just 1.5 games back.
Fri., Sept. 1 -- Louisville @ 7:00 p.m.
Friday Night Fireworks -- Fans will be treated to a post-game fireworks spectacular courtesy of Pepsi, Indianapolis Downtown, Inc., and X-103.
Sat., Sept. 2 -- Louisville @ 5:30 p.m.
Home Finale -- The Indians face division-rival Louisville in their final regular-season home game of 2006. The game will have playoff implications for both clubs, so it's one you don't want to miss.
Team Awards Night -- Five End-of-the-Year player awards will given away during a special pre-game ceremony. The Tribe's August Player of the Month and 2006 Most Valuable Player will also be recognized.
Clifford & Arthur Appearance -- Clifford and Arthur stop by Victory Field courtesy of Clarian Health Partners and WFYI-TV. The friendly characters will pose for pictures beginning in the fourth inning.
TV Giveaway Night -- Ten lucky fans will win a television courtesy of RCA.
SkyConcert -- White River State Park will play host to HANK-FM's annual SkyConcert. Fans will be invited down to the Victory Field playing surface to view the SkyConcert's fireworks show at 9:30 p.m.
Great seats for both games are available by going online at www.IndyIndians.com, visiting the Victory Field Box Office at 501 W. Maryland Street or calling Ticketmaster at 317-239-5151.
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