WWE Star Sable Coming to Red Barons Game
May 23, 2003 - Women's American Basketball Association (WABA)
Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Scream News Release
Rena Mero, a.k.a WWE star Sable will be making a guest appearance at Lackawanna County Stadium June 25. Sable will throw out the first pitch prior to the Red Barons 7:00 p.m. game against the Indianapolis Indians. She will then sign autographs in the concourse after an appearance on the Red Barons radio broadcast.
When Sable and WWE parted ways in 1999 after becoming the women's champion, nobody -- least of all Sable -- ever thought she would return. But, as the saying goes, "never say never" when it comes to WWE. The blonde bombshell and former model made her shocking comeback just days after WrestleMania XIX in April 2003.
As Sable herself pointed out the night of her return, even four years after departing, the men still come to see her, and the women still want to be her. In 1999, in fact, men and women alike clamored to see her when she became the first WWE Diva to pose in Playboy. Sable's edition turned out to be the fastest selling ever. It was so demanded, in fact, the Playboy invited her back for a second shoot, making her the first woman to ever grace the cover of Playboy twice in the same year. She also appeared twice that year on the cover of TV Guide.
Since she was last seen on WWE television, Sable has concentrated on acting. She starred in the 2001 feature film "Corky Romano," alongside "Saturday Night Live" funnyman Chris Kattan. She guest starred on the series "Relic Hunter." And she appeared on numerous talk shows, from "The Tonight Show," to "Politically Incorrect" to the "Late Late Show with Craig Kilborn."
Tickets for the June 25 game to see Sable can be purchased HERE by calling 570-969-2255 or in person at Lackawanna County Stadium's Box Office.
DAY NIGHT DOUBLEHEADER SATURDAY
Thursday's rainout in Durham has been rescheduled as part of a day/night doubleheader Saturday. Game one will start at 2:00 p.m. and game two will begin at 7:00 p.m. Both games can be heard on 104.9 or by clicking the LISTEN LIVE link at www.redbarons.com
MONDAY'S GAME ON CN8
The Red Barons game this Monday, May 26 at 6:00 p.m. will be televised by CN8 a division of Comcast.
MINOR ACQUIRED, HOLLINS LEAVES TEAM
First baseman Damon Minor was acquired by the Phillies in a minor league trade with the San Francisco Giants May 19 for pitcher Mike Wilson and will make his Red Barons debut tonight in Durham. Minor, 29, was hitting .234 in 37 games at triple-A Fresno. He has eight homers and 21 RBI. Three of the homers came in a game Sunday at New Orleans. He has spent parts of three seasons with the Giants in the majors, 2000, 2001, 2002. In 112 major league games, Minor has hit 13 homers and driven in 33 runs while batting .229. He spent most of last season with the Giants, .237, 10 homers and 24 RBI in 83 games. Minor was the Giants' 12th selection in the June 1996 draft out of the University of Oklahoma. He led the San Francisco minor league system with 126 homers and 446 RBI over a five-year span, 1997-2001. He has a twin brother, Ryan, who is also in professional baseball. To make room on the Red Barons roster first baseman Dave Hollins was placed on the Temporary Inactive List and has since announced his retirement.
TALE OF TWO MONTHS
In 8 games in May, Jim Crowell has a 1.08 ERA giving up six hits and only one earned run. Opponents are hitting .207 vs. the lefty this month with 10K and 4BB in 8.1 innings. Crowell started the year with a 7.45 ERA for the month of April, appearing in 9 games and giving up 8 earned runs in 9.2 innings. Overall, Crowell's has a 4.50 ERA.
THAT'S A LOT OF CLOSE ONES
The Red Barons have certainly had a knack for playing close contests this year. Through 45 games they have already played 18 one-run games (40%) winning 8 and losing 10. One run has decided four of their last five and six of their last eight games. At the current pace they will play an amazing 58 one-run games. In addition, more than half of their games this season have been decided by two runs or less â 23 of 45.
SEFCIK STREAKING
Left-fielder Kevin Sefcik has had a hit in each of his last 8 games, batting .367 with 4 RBI during that time. Sefcik's longest career hit streak came last season when he hit in 20 straight games batting an impressive .419 for the Altoona Curve.
ON THIS DATE IN RED BARONS HISTORY
May 15, 1989......The Red Barons score one run in the bottom of the eighth to defeats Oklahoma City 8-7 at Lackawanna County Stadium. Brad Moore picks up the win in relief of Wally Ritchie. Greg Legg slams a grand slam in the 2nd inning of Dave Pavlas for the big hit in the game.
HALL OF FAME OFFER FOR RED BARONS FANS
The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum has a special offer just for you. If you've not had the chance to visit Cooperstown or want to make a return trip, now you have the perfect reason: The Philadelphia Phillies will be playing in the 2003 Hall of Fame Game on Monday, June 16th, against the Tampa Bay Devil Rays. The game highlights an entire weekend of baseball events dedicated to fathers. We hope you will consider making the short drive to Cooperstown to support your team and reacquaint yourself with the great history of our National Pastime.
As an added bonus, we will provide complimentary admission to a special Hall of Fame Legends Roundtable discussion with Hall of Fame catchers Johnny Bench, Gary Carter and Carlton Fisk on Monday morning; and since you support your Red Barons, we will also provide you with complimentary admission to the Hall of Fame from June 14-17 when you show any Scranton/Wilkes Barre Red Barons game ticket. It's a chance to relive your memories of all the Philly greats who are in the Hall of Fame - including Richie Ashburn, Jim Bunning and Mike Schmidt -- as well as 2002 Ford C. Frick Award winner Harry Kalas, and all the other legends in Phillies and Baseball lore.
All game tickets are being sold on a first-come, first-served basis. Tickets are limited to six per customer. Prices are $11 for first and third base reserved seats, while outfield reserved seats are $10. Tickets are available for general public purchase from the Museum's on-line store , 24 hours a day at www.baseballhalloffame.org , or by calling the Museum's mail-order department at 888-HALL-OF-FAME, option 2, from Monday-Saturday, between 9-5, EST. A 75-cent handling charge will be assessed to each ticket purchased.
UPCOMING GAMES
Mon. May 26 vs. Columbus (6:00 p.m.)....... Shursave /Scranton Times-Tribune-Citizen's Voice-ESPN Radio/WB38 Family Night; Digital Freedom Mouse Pad giveaway * (All ages); CMC Prority Care Night.
Tue. May 27 vs. Columbus (7:00 p.m.)....... Herrs'/ Froggy 101/WYOU $.50 Hot Dog Night & Miller Lite/Froggy 101 Tailgate Party
Wed. May 28 vs. Columbus (7:00 p.m.)....... Coca-Cola/Lahey Family Fun Park/WWDL/WB38 Kid's Club Night; Nursefinders/Citadel Communications Derek Jeter Collector Magnet; Rockin' Ray & the Skyy Dogs presented by Pet Supplies Plus
Thu. May 29 vs. Columbus (7:00 p.m.)....... Miller Lite/WKRZ/FOX 56 Tailgate Party
Fri. May 30 vs. Charlotte (7:00 p.m.)....... Coca-Cola/Price Chopper/WBRE/Scranton Times-Tribune-Citizen's Voice-Rock 107 Fireworks
Sat. May 31 vs. Charlotte (7:00 p.m.)....... Fleet Bank/Fox 56/WB 38 Cap giveaway* (All ages)
Sun. June 1 vs. Charlotte (6:00 p.m.)....... Marlon Byrd Duck giveaway* (All ages); Baby Ruth Baseball giveaway (First 2,000); Allied Services/Scranton Times-Tribune-Citizen's Voice-Oldies 92 & 100 Senior Day Creative Printing Services Autograph Sunday
Mon. June 2 vs. Charlotte (7:00 p.m.)....... Shursave /Scranton Times-Tribune-Citizen's Voice-ESPN Radio/WB38 Family Night
* Quantities Limited
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